John Andrew Terrick

John Andrew Terrick obituary

John Andrew Terrick

John Terrick Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cieslak & Tatko Funeral Home & Cremation Services, LLC on Feb. 3, 2026.
87, born on the North Side of Pittsburgh on June 29, 1938 beloved son to the late John and Mary Kranys Terrick. Loving husband of 64 years to Peggy Matthis Terrick. Loving father to Lindley (Tim) Short and the late John "Jay" Terrick. Proud grandfather to Dalton J. (Emily) Short and Jarrett M. Short. Great grandfather to Ari and Zoe Short. Brother to Daniel Terrick and the late Joseph Terrick, David Terrick and Timothy Terrick. Uncle to Robin Sweeney and Dawn Terrick. Also survived by his faithful companion Otis.

John was a US. Navy Reserve Veteran that actively served from 1957 – 1959 as a Quartermaster, Petty Officer PO3. He was very active in BAA as a softball coach and Treasurer. John was a devout Christian and had a deep commitment to his faith. He was extremely active with Stewart Avenue Evangelical Lutheran Church where he served in many roles on council and taught confirmation classes and Bible school. He also drove for Meals on Wheels after retirement and served as their treasurer.

John and Peggy were always a team. He loved her and fought hard through many health issues to be by her side. John loved to hike the trails of Cook Forest and make trips to Amish country in Ohio with his beloved Peggy. He enjoyed home improvement, landscaping, and making stained glass windows.

Friends will be received on Friday, February 6, 2026, from 1-3 pm. with a private service following at the Cieslak & Tatko Funeral Home and Cremation services; 2935 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, Pa 15227.

Inurnment will be held at Jefferson Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation in johns name to:

Stewart Avenue Lutheran Church

2810 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15227

https://www.stewartave-lutheran.org

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February 6, 2026

Sandy stout posted to the memorial.

February 6, 2026

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February 4, 2026

William Dieckmann posted to the memorial.

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Sandy stout

February 6, 2026

John I meet after joining Stewart Ave Church we talk about his trips to the Amish country we talk my trip to the Amish country and what we really liked He was the best would do anything for you Rest with the Lord John Sandy Stout

Anna Hesz (neighbor)

February 6, 2026

John was such a kind neighbor. He worked tirelessly to present a beautiful yard. May his memory be a blessing to us all.

Group of 5 Memorial Trees

William Dieckmann

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Bill and Margaret Dieckmann

February 4, 2026

John was the best neighbor anyone could ever have!
He continued to give our dog biscuits long after his dog, Pepper, had passed. We shared our gardens' bounty with one another as well as our homemade baked goods. You could count on John if you needed anything.
John will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

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William Dieckmann posted to the memorial.