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Terri Lebegue Obituary

Terri Timmerman Lebegue Lt. Col USAF NC (Ret) 7/4/54 ~ 12/31/06 Born on the 4th of July, this brave patriot succumbed to Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis while awaiting a lung transplant, the only cure for this disorder of unknown cause. Terri was a life-long learner who attended Cottonwood High School, Brigham Young University, University of Utah, and the University of Texas: achieving an RN, BSN, MSN, and Nurse Practitioner national certification. She was a dedicated emergency nurse and supervisor at Cottonwood Hospital for over 25 years. She worked as a nurse practitioner at Snowbird and Solitude Ski Clinics, Pioneer Valley and Alta View Hospitals, Concentra Occupational Medicine Clinics, and Wilford Hall Medical Center. She deployed to Saudi Arabia with the Utah Army National Guard 144th Evac Hospital in 1990 for Operation Desert Storm. She moved to the Utah Air National Guard to serve and train as a nurse practitioner in Europe, Asia and Africa until retiring 2005. She was a gifted athlete who excelled in softball, basketball, tennis, and golf. Her hobbies included traveling, camping, boating, fishing, shooting, motorcycle riding, singing and house remodeling. In spite of her many skills and achievements she was unassuming and approachable; with a tender heart for injured patients and lost dogs. She is survived by her husband, Col. Breck Lebegue; parents Robert W. and Verla Timmerman; brothers Randy (Kelli Jensen), Tom (Leslie), Casey (Ginger) and sister Tina (Scott) Schreyer, sister-in-law Sheila; stepdaughters Erin and Alicen Lebegue; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother Bob in August 2006. Her family thanks the dedicated staff of the University of Utah Hospital; and in lieu of flowers or gifts, memorial donations may be made to Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis, 1659 Branham Lane, Suite F #227, San Jose CA 95118-5526 www.coalitionforpf.org or Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 1332 North Halsted Street Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60611 www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org. Funeral services will be in Big Cottonwood Stake Center, 1750 E. Spring Lane (5240 South), Holladay on Saturday Jan. 6 at 10:00 a.m. Friends may visit Fri 6-8 p.m. at Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 Highland Drive and at the ward Sat. from 8:30 - 9:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment will be in Holladay Memorial Park.

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Published by Deseret News from Jan. 4 to Jan. 5, 2007.

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Lt Col Wendy S. Collins, USAF, Nurse Corps, Retired

March 27, 2025

On behalf of the Society of Air Force Nurses, please know we are mourning with you the death of our sister nurse, Lt Col Terri Lebegue, Retired. It takes a patriot, willing to give of themselves to other human beings in their time of need, to step forth and join the ranks of our U. S. Air Force Nurse Corps. Your beloved one will be mourned and missed by many who served alongside her. We will include her name in our Memorial Program of the Society of Air Force Nurses in commemoration of her life and service to our nation.
With Sincerest Regards and Gratitude,
Wendy S. Collins, Lt Col, USAF, Nurse Corps (Retired)

De Ann Schuif

January 12, 2007

My life is full of memories of Terry. When she came fome for
Saudie, wre had a welcome home party at my home, We used to call her Betty Crocker. I remember the Cookie Parties, mom I'm sure you made the cookies. She made work fun. We worked hard and had a good time. I am so thrilled Terri found Breck. He is such a sincere man. His girls were beautiful. I think of something differient every day. She is just a sweet heart and you can be so proud of her. Terry will always have a special place in my heart. The Service was beautiful.

Gregory and Melissa Stokes

January 10, 2007

Our Dearest Breck,
We cherish the times spent with you and our Terri. We want to thank you both for all the love and support, strength and wisdom, happiness and joy, laughter and tears, and wonderful times spent together. You are both very dear and truly special to us.
With our love and prayers,
Greg and Melissa

Guy Hall

January 9, 2007

Terri and I were neighbors for ten years. She always had a sparkle in her eyes, a rich sense of humor and true love for her dogs. Can now picture Terri herding her dogs through Dimple Dell Park.

I was totally thrilled for Terri when she met and married Breck. I'm now saddened that her life ended when she was so young at heart; and gladdened to know she touched so many lives, especially mine. Peace.

David & Holly Fail

January 6, 2007

Uncle Bob & Aunt Verla,

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Terri. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Katelyn and Anton LeBeque

January 6, 2007

Uncle Breck, Anton and I are thinking of you. We were looking at pictures of Auntie Terri, you, and us making faces. She was pretty and we are going to miss her. Love, Katelyn

Marci Bills

January 5, 2007

TT is one of a kind. Well respected and loved. I will cherish the memories of the times spent with her at nursing conventions and working at Cottonwood. My heart aches for you all and you will be in my prayers as she was.

Jeff Thornton

January 5, 2007

I went to school with Terri at Cottonwood High. She had a heart of gold and never put herself above anyone. I was sad to have heard she left us. Many prayers and respect for her.

Kit (Lundeberg) Hansen

January 4, 2007

Bob and Verla: I am so sorry to hear about Terri, but you know my mom and Terri are playing some kind of game or sport maybe even some camping. All my love to you and your family. You are all in our prayers.

wendy pendley

January 4, 2007

I grew up with Terri and was very sad to hear the news. I was also so thrilled to read all that she accomplished in her short lifetime. I wish her family the peace they deserve.
- Wendy Bird Pendley
Mequon, Wisconsin

Norman Leifer

January 4, 2007

I was saddened to hear of Terri's passing. My heart reaches out to you at this time. I hope you will take comfort with the memories. I have fond memories of Terri from our Utah National Guard days. God bless you

Robyn Remy

January 4, 2007

Our hearts and prayers are with the family at this sad time. Are deepest sympathy's are sent your way.

Robyn (Powell) Remy
Sharon (Powell) Feragen

Melanie Smith

January 4, 2007

Dear Bob & Verla,

I am so sorry for all the loss youv'e experienced in such a short period of time. I send my heart and prayers out to you both along with the beautiful vision I see in my mind of two young souls gigling and caring for one another at heavens gate!

With all my love,
Melanie

Mark Howard

January 4, 2007

Terri
You were loved and respected by all who knew your. It was a priviledge and honor to serve with you in the Utah Air National Guard. You are one of the best nurses I have ever worked with in my career. Breck, thanks for all that you did for Terri!!!
Col Mark J. Howard USAF Ret.

CONNIE KENER

January 4, 2007

TERRI - WAS A BEST FRIEND, NURSING BUDDY, A LOVING COMPASIONATE PERSON
IT HAS BEEN A PRIVILEDGE TO KNOW TERRI FOR ALMOST 30 YEARS. BEING SEVERAL YEARS HER SENIOR I WAS KNOW AS TERRI'S OTHER MOTHER - A TITLE THAT I LOVED AND CHERISHED. I HAVE SO MANY GREAT MEMORIES OF THE YEARS WE HAVE KNOW EACH OTHER IT WOULD TAKE A BOOK TO LIST THEM ALL. I LOVE YOU TERRI - YOU WERE ONE OF A KIND.

January 4, 2007

I went to elementary school and Jr.High with Terri. I was saddened to read of her death. We were very good friends growing up. I remember her little monkey she had. (It was always in a diaper and mean). She was such a great person and friend, May she rest in peace and God help her family in the sad days ahead without her...

Amy Schlieve

January 4, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Breck, and all of the family.

Love,
Amy Schlieve and Christopher Stokes

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