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TERRY STECHMILLER Obituary
Terry "Pop" Stechmiller of Parker, Colorado formerly of Gainesville, Florida passed away June 18, 2011.
Terry spent 40 years as an educator for both Alachua and Cobb County, Georgia where Terry served as principal of Buchholz High, Mebane Middle School, and East Cobb Middle School. Terry was a volunteer Boys' Club coach as well as a Pop Warner football coach. Terry loved his life, family, pets, and all those young people he worked with over the years. He is survived by his wife, Linda whose hand he was holding at the time of his passing. His three children, Evan, his wife Charlotte of Charlotte, North Carolina, Kirk of Charleston, South Carolina and Tara King and her husband John of Denver, Colorado. Four grandchildren completed his life. Griffin, Micah, Drake, and granddaughter Ryan. Brothers Bruce and Billy and mother Emma Kate survive Terry.
A memorial service will be held at the Garden Club in Gainesville at 4 PM on Sunday, July 24.
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Rob Hyatt
July 22, 2011
Terry was also a great history teacher before becoming a principal. I was fortunate to be in his American history class. Everything he did, be it teaching, educational leadership or coaching, was done in a first class manner.
He will be missed but always fondly remembered.
July 21, 2011
A name that will never be forgotten in Alachua, FL or by thoses who had the priveledge of knowing him. Robert Dumbaugh Jr.
Jody Burton
July 21, 2011
Great Principal and man. Was always inspirational and treated people with respect. Took the time to develope children into responsible adults because he cared... a quality so many people dont have today. Enjoyed being a student of his at Mebane Middle School... Thanks Mr. Stechmiller.
Evan Stechmiller
July 21, 2011
My dad was a great man. All of your comments are greatly appreciated!
His Memorial Service will be held at the Gainesville Garden Club this Sunday (July 24th), at 4:00 PM.
Jack Osborne
July 21, 2011
Greastest Pop Warner coach ever. Many of his players credit our success on the high school level to him. He has coached future high school state champions, college national champions and even a few current NFL players. I remember him most for taking time to teach me little things that are useful in every day life and not just in the game of football. If I could ever be 5% of what he was I would consider my self a good person. Coach we will miss you!
Jeremy Pinkham
July 21, 2011
One of the nicest and most well edcated men I ever knew. It was an honor to be a student of his at Mebane Middle School, as well as to be coached by him. He was a great person, and will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Be free sir!
jeremy pinkham
July 21, 2011
One of the nicest & very well educated men I've ever known. It was an honor to be one of his students @ Mebane middle school, and to be his student on the field. He was a great life & football coach. He will be sorely missed! My thoughts & prayers go out to him & his family. God bless.
Jeff Dumbaugh
July 21, 2011
Best pop warner football coach ever. Best principal I ever had at Mebane middle school. He left an impact on my life. Always had a smile on his face. Great person, great leader, great coach.
Kanesha Daniels
July 19, 2011
As a student at Buchholz High I didn't know him personally however I will always remember Mr. Stechmiller for I saw him everyday at school. Yes I remember him some 17 yrs later so you will never be forgotten. To the family, Sorry for your loss, I know he was a good man. Kanesha Daniels c/o 95.
Geri Hansford
July 18, 2011
I did not know Terry personally but his brother Bruce was a pivotal point in my life when he cared so compassionately for my father. God bless the entire family.
Lisa Waddell
July 18, 2011
RIP Principal Stechmiller. Go Bobcats! It was a pleasure being a student during your tenure.
Sharon Robertson
July 18, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to Terry's family. Having known Terry and Linda since high school, it's difficult to believe. Rest in peace, Terry.
July 18, 2011
I went to school with Terry and remember him as a kind and gentle person. He always had a smile. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Michele (Nazal) Moberley
Gary Boothby
July 18, 2011
A great man that was a father, coach and mentor to us all. RIP Coach
Denise Riley
July 18, 2011
I know Billy well and send my deepest sympathy on the loss of his brother.
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