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Terry James Wight

1943 - 2015

Terry James Wight obituary, 1943-2015

BORN

1943

DIED

2015

Terry Wight Obituary

Terry James Wight, 71, of Ferndale, Washington, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 26th, 2015 in Blaine, WA. Born in Bellingham, to Donald and Ellen Wight, he lived most of his life in Whatcom County. Terry graduated from Bellingham High School and joined the United States Air Force soon after. He was a Medical Service Specialist during the Vietnam War stationed at Travis AFB in California. Upon leaving the USAF, he joined the Solano County Sheriff's Department as a Deputy Sheriff and eventually made his way home to join the Bellingham Police Department, where he enjoyed a very successful career as a Patrolman and Homicide Detective. He was a SSG in the United States Army Reserves serving as Drill Sergeant at Vancouver Barracks. Terry was always passionate about serving his country and his community. He proudly served in many positions with the American Legion Post 86 in Blaine, WA. A great storyteller and a dependable friend, with a spirited sense of humor. A caring and loving man with a look that could scare the most hardened criminal and make small children weak in the knees (just ask the nephews) all while he was laughing on the inside. A man with a sneaky side that was continually looking for the next chance to pull a prank on an unsuspecting bystander. A loving companion to Glenda Underwood. Beloved father to Tracy (Steve) Smith, Tammy (David) Bond, Melanie Wight and Tim (Kelly) Jensen. An ornery yet caring brother to Gary (Marilyn) Wight, Doug (Lynn) Wight, Barbara (Pat Lipp) Wight and Steve (Carol) Wight. A favorite yet cantankerous uncle to many. He was an inspiring Grandfather to Jared, Ryan, Sydney, Carly, Lauren and Matthew. He was the proud Great Grandfather to Ryder James and Landyn. Memorial service with Military Honors for Terry will be held at the Beachwood Resort Clubhouse in Blaine, Washington at 5001 Bay Rd, Blaine, WA 98230 on Saturday, April 11th at 1:00 pm. The family asks that memorial donations in lieu of flowers be made in Terry's name to the Blaine-Peace Arch American Legion Post 86, 4580 Legion Dr, Blaine, WA 98230

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Published by Bellingham Herald on Apr. 4, 2015.

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Dan Burns

March 29, 2023

Terry and I served in the Army Reserve together ...He was a good friend

Dan Burns

March 29, 2022

I was a Drill Sergeant with Terry. We had many a good time while on duty as drill sergeants. RIP Terry, you were a good friend.

Kendra Cook

April 9, 2015

Terry, may you continue to sneak and watch over all you know and love. Blessings, love, and light....
Your family is in my thoughts.

April 8, 2015

In your time of grief may the family lean on God's sustaining strength and courage. He alone can comfort our sad and sorrowing hearts when someone we love dies. ( Psalm 147:3)

G.A. Carroll

April 7, 2015

Don and family. Don, my condolences to you in the loss of your brother Terry. It is so hard to lose our family members. We will all be sending him prayers and know that memories will last forever.

Dan Burns

April 7, 2015

Wight family, was very sorry to hear of Terry's passing. He was a good friend and will be missed. Prayers to family and friends. Dan Burns.

April 6, 2015

Don (Gary), Doug, Steve, Barbara, We are saddened to learn of Terry's passing. He was a part of our special teen years as Sea Scouts and we all felt a part of the Wight family. We have been proud of Terry's contributions to the community. Remy and I share your loss and offer our sincere condolences. We will remember Terry fondly. Mike & Remy Wifler, San Diego

April 4, 2015

DEAR TRACY AND TAMMY AND ALL..SOO SORRY..PLEASE CALL ME YOUR OLD NEIGHBOR PAT AND TODD MASSEY SABRINA AND ZENDAS MOM AND DAD..1-360-648-2162..OUR HEARTS GRIEVE FOR YOU..HE WAS A COOL DAD AND A GOOD FRIEND ALWAYS..NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU LOVE YOU ALWAYS PAT AND TODD

April 4, 2015

Childhood memories of family gatherings at the lake are my favorite. I remember Terry giving that stern look to us little cousins but also remember his laughter. Keep your memories close and Terry will be with you forever. Prayers of peace to my Wight cousins and family, Teresa Heller Swope.

Dan Woodruff

April 4, 2015

Dear Don (Gary) and all the Wight family, Sending you my condolences wrapped in fond memories of Terry. He obviously had a successful and fulfilling life. I remember his wit well. His legacy lives on through his family. Dan Woodruff

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