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2015

Terry Studebaker Obituary

Terry Lee Studebaker, 74, of Dawsonville, Georgia, passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, May 24, 2015. He was born on February 16, 1941 in Troy, Ohio, to Eileen Rhoads and Phil Samuel Studebaker. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Haines Studebaker of Dawsonville, twin brother Todd Studebaker (Pat) of Fairfield, OH; sister Barbara Studebaker Arnold (Herb) of Enon, OH; and sister Deb Studebaker Stewart of Sarasota, Florida. Also surviving is their son Shane (Mary) and children Tyler and Samantha of Dayton, OH; daughter Shannon (Scott McDermott) and children Max and Leo of Cincinnati, OH, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Terry graduated from Bethel High School in 1959 and Miami of Ohio in 1963 with a BA in Arts and Sciences. He joined IBM in Dayton, OH on June 3, 1963. He was drafted into the U.S. Army June 20, 1963 and assigned duty in the USA Data Support Command at the Pentagon in Washington, DC. He retired after a successful career with IBM in 1993. In retirement, Terry and Lisa enjoyed their Lake Lanier home, their children and grandchildren, wonderful times playing golf, boating, reading and home gardening. Family and friends in a storybook environment made their days his childhood fantasy. In lieu of flowers donations maybe be made to: Dawson County Library 342 Allen Street Dawsonville, GA 30534 706-344-3690.

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Published by The Island Packet from May 27 to Jun. 27, 2015.

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May 29, 2015

Lisa,

Alice and I send our condolences, while still remembering most the good times ... from the early days until post retirement parties in Cumberland Mall and the 285 Sports.

Terry was a great person to work with -- attitude, enthusiasm, expertise, and team orientation. He could see the opportunity for fun and good times even when the skies were a little dark.

Our thoughts go with you and the entire family.

Byrd

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Stan Bozarth

May 28, 2015

Terry was a delightful person and everyone thought so highly of him. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was always positive and a "can do" IBMer. It was a privilege to know him. Words cannot adequately express our sorrow for you, his family.

May 28, 2015

So sorry for the loss of one real nice fellow IBMer.
Condolences to the family.
Mary Ann Hill

May 27, 2015

Lisa, I am so very sorry to learn of Terry's death and send my love and sympathy. I always enjoyed seeing Terry at work....he was always so sharp looking and cheerful with a big and welcoming smile for everyone. I hope that happy memories will bring you peace and comfort. Love, Jean Butler

Pat Groman

May 27, 2015

So sorry to hear about Terry's passing. He was my husband Gene's best man at our wedding and he will be missed. Always had a great spirit.
Lisa, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Nancy Forbes

May 27, 2015

Lisa, wishing you strength. I know you two had a great life together. I will always remember Terry from our time together at IBM .......... some fond and fun memories!

Bill Mullaney

May 27, 2015

Lisa....My sincere sympathy and condolences.. I fondly remember our "first friday" meetings at Winfields. Terry was truly a gentleman. His happiness with life and the love you both shared was always reflected by his ever- present smile






was always evidenced by the ever-present smile on his face

Maria Jones

May 27, 2015

Lisa and family we are so sorry for the loss of this wonderful man. He always had a smile and a compliment. We are fortunate to have known him. Wish it could have been for a lot longer. He was a special person and will be truly missed. We are here for you if you need us for anything.

Caroline Hausfeld Sierra

May 27, 2015

This morning I glanced at the Obits when Terry's name jumped out at me. I got to the part about "graduated from Bethel High School" when I remembered The Twins, golden boys of BHS. I was a grade schooler in a tiny school where everyone knew everyone else but TerryandTodd stood out. I think their family farm was next to the school property and they tore down their gravel drive in a convertible, in a cloud of dust, to the admiration of the whole school. It was great to read about the life Terry led in Georgia and elsewhere. Thanks for the memories!

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