Terry Molina Minard
Terry Molina Minard, devout Buddhist, lover of family, General Tso's Chicken and music, died on April 23rd of coronavirus. She was a long-term resident of Village Crest Nursing and Rehab Center in New Milford.
Terry earned her BA in English from Wheaton College, in Norton MA and a master's degree in Teaching from the University of Bridgeport in CT. She eschewed her privilege to passionately pursue world peace with millions of other Soka Gakai Buddhist members. Terry raised a family that extended far beyond her two children; mixing love and compassion with humor and verve. While she never became her idol Roberta Flack, her soulful blue-eyed contributions to music are immortalized in her studio recordings. A lover of food, her utter lack of cooking ability enabled her children to master culinary skills far exceeding her wildest dreams. She was a lover of men - and of women - and really didn't care who you bedded, as long as you were happy. A philosophy that serves to benefit us all.
Terry was preceded in death by her daughter Jessica and parents, Peg and Muzz Molina. She is survived by her son, Michael Molina Minard and his wife Monique Alofs of Ann Arbor Michigan, her sisters Candy Ferguson of Wilsonville Oregon and Peg Molina with her wife Christine Thomas of Bend, Oregon and brother Catch Molina and his wife Gerry of Stamford, CT, several nieces, nephews and dear friends, including Eileen Curran of New Milford.
The family wishes to express our deep thanks to the 3rd floor staff at Village Crest and to New Milford VNA/Hospice. Contributions in Terry's honor may be made to the Community Culinary School of Northwestern CT 40 Main St. New Milford, CT 06776.
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Terry was a dear.friend who was there for me in god times and bad but especially when I lost.my so. Dylan. She will.live o. In our hearts and may her memory be a blessing
Kathy Cavanaugh de Jesus
Friend
April 21, 2021
Aw, Terry.
Always thought you'd be here making new moments.
You're indelible, dear one, your love hovers still.
susan e cathcart
Classmate
October 4, 2020
My condolences to Terrys family.
Im a fellow SGI-USA Buddhist friend.
She drove me from Philadelphia to New York City and back to receive my Gohonzon many years ago after my sponsor street shakubukued me. She played a major role in practicing still to this day.
Thank you some much Terry. RIP
Raymonde
Friend
June 1, 2020
Terry Minard was my friend, and I'm very sorry to hear that she is gone.
Jean McCallum
Friend
May 31, 2020
She had an amazing.spirit who lit up whatever room she entered...may her memory be a blessing to al who knew and loved het
Kathy cavanaugh DeJesus
Friend
May 31, 2020
With Deep Respect Thank you Terry! practiced with Terry in Philadelphia. Condolences to Terry's Family.
Denise Thiam
Friend
May 31, 2020
I have many memories of Terry while practicing in SGI Philadelphia, PA. Her kindness and her Infectious laugh. Thank you Terry.
Christina Yannone
Christina Yannone
Friend
May 31, 2020
I remember practicing Buddhism with Terry here in Philadelphia. I truly admired her devout faith. RIP
Beth Brown Preston
Friend
May 30, 2020
Thank you for all the love and happiness you brought to myself and my family!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family!! Love you
David Menchaca
Friend
May 30, 2020
Michelle Ngo
May 16, 2020
I'm so sorry for the passing of Terry. I work for Geron Nursing and I was Terry's aide for a short time and I remember her being very nice. God bless and I'm so sorry to hear of this.
Suzanne Fosnaugh
April 30, 2020
Many happy memories of practicing with Terry in SGI Philadelphia. I owe her such a deep debt of gratitude. Thank you, Terry!
❤ Dawn Lomden, Philadelphia
April 29, 2020
Giving thanks for all the wonderfull memories I have of Terry and her incredible family♥ There was never a dull moment when we visited at Butterbrook, usually arriving a little after the local restaurant had delivered the forbidden food!! Lol ! We love you Terry, enjoy your next lifetime♥♥ Peg, Christine and family, sending tons of love and light your way♥♥
Angie Santana
Friend
April 27, 2020
So very sorry to hear of the Molina family loss.
Deb Keiner
Acquaintance
April 27, 2020
Peg and Christine & family
our deepest condolences and prayers for all. Heaven gained a new angel to soar pain free and you all have a guardian angel protecting you all. May you find peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Allie and Donald & family Franco
April 27, 2020
Sending love,hugs and prayers to all, especially Auntie Peg and Auntie Chris. We love you and are thinking of all of you!
April 27, 2020
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