Terry Alan Gialluca

Terry Alan Gialluca, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, at the age of 76 in Pickerington, Ohio. Born on August 8, 1948, in Canton, Ohio, Terry's life was defined by being an exceptional husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Terry graduated from Canton Timken Vocational High School (class of 1966) and Stark Technical College, where he earned a degree in Electrical Design. He began his career at American Electric Power Company in Canton, Ohio, and retired from AEP in Columbus, Ohio, as an Electrical Design Manager in 2017 after 52 years of service. Terry took much pride in being a veteran of the U. S. Navy, serving from 1969 to 1971 aboard the USS Peoria. Terry loved to play golf and enjoyed taking golf trips with his golfing buddies. Over the years, he loved traveling with his family, especially to beach resorts. As a member of the Columbus Italian Club and American Legion Post 283, he made many lasting friendships.
He was preceded in death by his parents, father Vincent "Jim" Gialluca, mother Julia Rossetti Gialluca, stepmother Rose Rampi Gialluca, and close friend Vince Passero. Terry is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Beswick Gialluca, with whom he would have celebrated 52 years of marriage on May 12, 2025; his sons, Michael of Pickerington, Ohio, and Daniel (Thera) of Worthington, Ohio; grandchildren Ava, Jack, and Carly Gialluca; brothers James D. Gialluca and Randy Gialluca, both of Phoenix, Arizona; and uncle Michael (Dee) Rossetti of North Canton, Ohio.
His life will be celebrated with calling hours on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 5p.m. to 7p.m. at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 550 Hill Rd. N. Pickerington, OH 43147 with a funeral service to follow at 7:00p.m.