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Terry Herbst

Byron , Wisconsin

1951 - 2002

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Terry Edward Herbst, 50, of the Town of Byron passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2002, at his home, after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

He was born on November 6, 1951, in Berlin, WI, the son of James Sr. and Dawn (Miller) Herbst.

Previous to his illness he was employed as a truck driver at Oakfield Stone Co. for 11 years. During the winter he owned and operated Terry’s Snowplowing for several years. He enjoyed ATV riding, snowmobile riding, four-wheel drive truck pulls and was a member of the Wings Over Wisconsin and participated for many years in the Waupun Truckers Jamboree.

He is survived by his best friend of 13 years, his dog, Monte, also six brothers, James Herbst, Jr. of Redgranite, Larry (Ann) Herbst of Van Dyne, Gary (Cindy) Herbst of Neshkoro, Dennis (special friend Linda Walters) of Neshkoro, John (Mary) Herbst of Oshkosh and Thomas (Ruby) Herbst of Birnamwood, WI. He is also survived by a special friend, Laura Leichtfuss, of Van Dyne, her children Jonathon and Allison, and dog, Sugar. He is further survived by uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his uncle, John Herbst, and his dog, Buster.

Visitation for Mr. Terry Edward Herbst will be on Sunday, June 9, 2002, from 4 to 8 pm at Uecker-Witt Funeral Home, and on Monday from 10 to 11:30 am at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2450 W. 9th Street, Oshkosh, WI. Funeral services will be at 11:30 am at the church. The Rev. Thomas Bye will officiate and burial will be in Lake View Cemetery, Oshkosh. A memorial has been established.

One day our paths crossed and our two lives became one. Through the years we created many memories that I now hold close to my heart. And now as I walk the path alone I know you’re watching over me guiding me through whatever life brings my way. And until the day comes when I can again feel the warmth of your touch, see the sparkle in your eyes, and see the warmth of your smile, I know you are my guardian angel and I want you to always remember that I will miss you and love you now and forever.

Love
Laura

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I met Terry Through my boyfreind Bob Gauthier. Terry always had something to say that made me smile. He always had a good attitude about himself, all the way to the end. His sense of humor may not have been always funny, but I sure do miss him. Terry was always the person I could talk to about Bob when things were not always going good for Bob and I. Terry and Bob's relationship was a very special one. Terry taught Bob how to drive truck (semi)(oh no-with a smile). Bob looked up to Terry as...

Terry,
You meant so much to all of us,
You were special and that's no lie.
You brightened up the darkest day,
the cloudiest sky. Your smile alone warmed so many hearts. Your laugh was like music to hear. I would give absolutley anything to have you well and standing here. Not a second passes, when your not on our minds. Your love we will never forget, the hurt will ease in time. Many tears I've seen and cried, but
I know that you are happy now,
no longer in any...

Terry's "WHITE LIGHTNING" at fun truck'en 1981

Terry and I had a lot of good times back in the early 80,s this picture had captured just one of them.He will be truly missed.

I Met(Red)way back when Larry And the Gang Hung out at the Old Brass Lantern and Bazaar Cycle shop,And of course the Lakeside Park Days Boy we all miss them huh? Man thats giving my age away!~~ Anyways "Red" You will be missed My son misses you too.Lance used to wash your truck out at Sparkel Wash..Well thats how I got Wiff of you being Ill You gave it all you could Guy as allways the lord has you now and your in good hands, May the Lord bless the Whole intire Gang that used to hang together....

I guess I had known Terry about 11 or 12 years. I can't remember exactly how we met,(I think it was through the Peterson boys), but somehow we became very good friends. He had the ability to make a person's eyes light up whenever you saw him,...because if you weren't having a very good time before he got there, things were about to change. He never acted his age, and that was the best quality about him...he was always up for a challenge...it's just too bad the last one got the best of him. ...

SEE YOU LATER, "RED" !!!

We have known "Red" since I inherited "White Lightning" from him.(about 20 years) Terry was a one of a kind man. He could walk into a place and not know a soul and walk out later everybody's best friend. He had that effect on people. The mud runs, the truck pulls, snowmobile drags etc. You name it, "Red" was there and you never had to search for him. Just look for the biggest crowd of people and there he was! We will miss you Terry !! This isn't goodbye forever because somehow in this crazy...

We met "Red" about 15 years ago. Many weekends he would come and stay with the guys in Berlin. There seemed to be no limit to the truck pulls, road trips and good times. Terry knew how to live each minute to the fullest, always seeing the positive of everything. He had a good impact on our lives. We will miss you Red. God Bless. Our prayers go out to Laura and to Reds family. - - T.V. & Shortcake

I met Terry (Red)about 20yrs ago
when my Aunt was married to his brother Larry.We had alot of good times especially during the fair for the demo derby.Red was a very sweet and caring person who made everyone smile.You will always be remembered.My heart goes out to all his family and friends.

I met Terry about 19 yrs ago when he had his white 4WD. He hung out with Pat Sweeney, Terry Beck and Tom Brink. We would party and hang out with "RED". He was always the nicest, funniest person. His happy smiling face will always be remembered. The thoughts of the good old days will always be. My deepest sympathy goes to all of Terrys family and friends. God Bless!