Terrence Clifford Einarson

Einarson, Terrence Clifford: Nov. 2nd, 1943 - Aug. 5th, 2023 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Terry Einarson at Sunnybank Retirement Centre in Oliver, BC. Left to mourn his kind and caring presence is Nadia, his loving wife of 55 years, brother Reid, sisters Sandra Einarson (Bill Wilby), Cheryl Starr (Max) and numerous nieces and nephews. Terry was predeceased by his Icelandic father, Einar Thorberg (Beggi) Einarson, mother Aileen Dorothy Reimer and brother Patrick. Terry and Nadia were both devastated by the unexpected deaths of both their daughters, Ingrid Yvonne, 25, on July 24th, 2000 and Kristine Marie, 49, on Oct. 16th, 2021. Terry was born at the University of Alberta Hospital, but the family farmed in the mainly Icelandic area of Tindastoll near Markerville and Red Deer in Central Alberta. When Terry's father became ill, the family moved to Port Coquitlam, BC, to temporarily live with Aileen's parents so that she would have some help with Beggi and their children. Terry was 11 years old when his father died, leaving him in a position of responsibility at a young age. This responsibility carried through to his future life as a husband and father. Terry and Nadia were aware of each other in Jr. High and High School, but their paths rarely crossed. Through various circumstances, their lives were brought together and they realized that they had something special between them. They were married on Aug. 9th, 1968 and rented a one-bedroom apartment in Vancouver. While Nadia taught there, Terry completed his Bachelor of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering at UBC in 1969. His first job was at Inco (International Nickel Company) in Sudbury and Nadia accepted a teaching job with the Sudbury School Board. They made many long-lasting friendships there. After 3 years, they learned that they would be having their first child and decided to move back to BC to be closer to family. Terry was with BC Hydro for 30 years and, during this time, he became an expert in electrical distribution. The family moved several times throughout BC. He decided to retire and took a part-time consulting job with ZE Power in Richmond. He also mentored new electrical engineers with any problems they might be having. When he turned 75 in 2018, Terry decided to completely retire. He wanted to putter in his large workshop and experiment with some of the machines he had acquired over the years. Some of his interests over the years included hunting, fishing, flying, carpentry, energy efficiency and curling. He was the love of Nadia's life and will be missed by all who were aware of his friendly, giving nature. A memorial will be planned for Terry next spring, probably in early May. There will be an announcement in the paper and everyone who knew him is welcome to come. Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com