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Terry Dike Obituary
Terry Dike, 66, our brother, made the journey to heaven Sept. 7th 2014.
He was surrounded by the love and adoration of his close friends and family after a 3 year battle with cancer. Terrence Donald Dike was born on March 14th 1948. He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1967. He was in the Army from 1967 to 1969 when he returned from Vietnam. He then attended the University of Akron where he received an honorary degree in Art.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Donald Dike and Gabriella Dike (Chambers); sister, Mary Marshall. He leaves behind siblings, Carol Wahl, Nancy (Ted) Ziegler, Denny (LuAnn) Van Dike, Suzanne (Dwight) Cocovinis, Cindy (Art) Moore, Chris (David) Baxter; daughter, Sarah Cunert Nees; adopted children, Sammantha Holman, Chloe Comunale, Gustav and Callie.
Terry will be greatly missed by all of his loving nieces, nephews and all of his hundreds of friends in the art and music community. Terry will be remembered for his kindness and all of his beautiful murals, cartoons, paintings, masks, wearable art and hundreds of imaginary characters that Terry brought to life through his art and drawings.
Memorial service, Sept., 21, 2014, at 3 p.m. at Pure Intentions, 156 W. North St., Akron, Ohio 44303. Burial services (through Adams Funeral Home, East Market St., Akron) will be held Sept. 22, 2014, at 11 a.m. at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Summit Art Space c/o Rachael Hinton, 140 E. Market, Akron, Ohio 44308.
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Memories and Condolences
for Terry Dike
Sponsored by Akron Beacon Journal.
Jack Eldridge
September 5, 2022
Terry! Two more years gone by. It's boring over here without you on the scene. Setting a cold one up for you today my brother. Miss you man!
Jack Eldridge
John Eldridge
September 6, 2020
Terry...I can't believe six years have gone by already. I'm assuming you're getting the party ready. A bunch of us will be there soon. Miss you Man. Jackson
Jack Eldridge
lynida darbes
October 24, 2017
Godspeed Terry
Thank you for your shared gifts
Galen Studebaker
February 25, 2016
Terry was my friend and brother, I will love you for ever, Galen
Galen Studebaker
February 24, 2016
Terry, you are my friend and brother For ever
October 8, 2015
I only now found out about Terr,s departure from this life. I doubt anyone will read this but I still felt it was important to write a few things. Terry was a brilliant man. His costume work was fantastic, he could not only paint his own original works but could copy exactly nearly any famous painting. We spent many days together ar Akron u. And at his home. We partied together, discussed life and considered our place in this vast mystery. Truly he was the most gifted person I ever met, I considered him a brother and I will always miss him and pry for him. God bless you Terry, you deserve it. Jay Ess
February 14, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. A friend just told me yesterday that he passed. I always thought I would look him up one more time when I was in Ohio. We had a lot of fun and crazy times back in the 70's. He was a caring friend and a great artist.
Jenny Jones Crandall
Pam Schneider(Roderick)
December 3, 2014
My heartfelt condolences to the Dike family, I'm sure he will be missed terribly.
Happy trails to you Terry.
ginger leonard
October 6, 2014
...I will always remember the great laugh and twinkle in his eyes.... ginger leonard
October 3, 2014
We miss you every second that we are awake in a day....love Julie Samm Chloe Gustav and Callie
Lindsay Walinski
September 22, 2014
I only have a few memories from my childhood, all of which revolve around his love of art. He was always very creative and inspiring. I send my condolences to his close family and friends. You will be missed by many Uncle.
Larry Wahl
September 18, 2014
I will miss my uncle! I am glad to have spent so much time with him. We were very good friends. He influenced my life in so many ways and I am grateful.
September 16, 2014
Terry,
Jen and I will always cherish the painting you did of us. We even had it hanging at our anniversary party. We will miss you very much.
LAURETTA CYPHER
September 16, 2014
what a fun guy! always made sure I had a full glass of wine too! I am blessed to have one of his painting. a 12" x 24" awesome purple, black & white painted canvas of a saxophone player ~ my all time favorite ~ & a trumpet. think Louis Armstrong. It hangs in my bathroom & I see it 10 times a day when I use my toilet! Miss you Terry, Love, Lauretta
September 16, 2014
Terry was in my art classes at U of Akron. He was brilliant. He was always brilliant. We are happy to have several works of art in our home by Terry. Carole and David
September 15, 2014
September 15, 2014
Terry was my favorite cousin. We both loved art and wrote to each other when we were young. His letters were filled with incredible drawings as though words couldn't really say enough. He followed that passion and was a true artist. My big regret was not visiting him in the years when we rediscovered each other.
My heartfelt condolences to Terry's family and friends.
Patty Dike Haag
Carol Wahl
September 14, 2014
It still seems unreal to me that my best favorite brother and artist is no longer here. I am so grateful that I got to go to Ohio to share some wonderful laughs and memories w/ him before he passed. We sure had a lot of fun together back in the day and he taught me plenty. xoxoxo, cw
September 14, 2014
I remember when I was an awkward 13 year old girl, and Terry and his family were visiting us in ND, he was kind and made me feel less self conscious. I'm proud to have a cousin like him. I am very sorry not to have gotten to know him better.
Me and Uncle Terry
Melissa Wahl McCarthy
September 14, 2014
I Love you and miss you. I am glad I was able to come and see you before you left. All my love Uncle Terry.
September 13, 2014
I remember the functional masks Trey made at Halloween . I still have a picture of the Turle . His Sea Scape he painted on my parents garage is still servicing and looking good. . His Family and friends are in my prayers
David "Deacon" Denham
Molly Judge
September 12, 2014
He was the kindest person I met on this journey of life. I will miss his wit and gentle ways and his huge talent. Love to all.
September 12, 2014
Ive known Terry my whole life..he was a friend, an inspiration, and the most talented artist i've ever known. He was a TRUE artist, and a True friend. We serve in Vietnam the same year...and the casualties of the Vietnam war continue..
george giusti
Wm T Price
September 11, 2014
I remember Terry, as a cool drink of water. Condolences to all who shared his smile.
Wm T Price Jr.
Jack Eldridge
September 11, 2014
Terry was a unique, clever and brilliant guy. I'm saddened to hear that he has lost his difficult battle. To my old friend Carol and all the family, I send my condolences for the loss of this extraordinary man.
David Keller
September 11, 2014
I'll always remember you for your splendid murals at Marissa's (back in the day) along with your innovative jacket designs which I would often mention to you at
Carol's Party, a once-a-year artistic gathering which won't be quite the same next time without you, Terry.
Adams Mason Funeral Home - Akron
September 11, 2014
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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