Terry L. Killgore

Terry Killgore, 74, of Hutchinson, died peacefully September 17, 2024, at Hospice House. He was born May 11, 1950, in Wichita, to Gene and Ruth (Stutler) Killgore.
Terry graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1968 and loved his classmates dearly. He was nicknamed "Flash" by some because of his love of running. He obtained his bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Kansas State University in 1972. Terry worked at GO Steel until an industrial accident forced him to leave in 1975. He then worked for the Kansas Department of Transportation until 1987 when he had another accident which forced him to retire. Terry was honored to carry the Olympic torch in a Kansas relay stretch of the 1996 Atlanta Olympics at Valley Center Kansas.
Terry enjoyed collecting pennies and putting together puzzles. He cheered for the K-State Wildcats, the New York Yankees, and the Indianapolis Colts. Terry always had a positive attitude and was very giving with his time and love. He had a survivor's spirit and fought through many trials and accidents, yet stood fast in his love for Jesus.
On June 16, 1989, he married Cynthia Regehr in Inman. They shared 35 years of marriage.
Terry is survived by: wife, Cynthia Killgore of Hutchinson; sons, Andrew (Cara) Killgore of Cincinnati, OH, Aaron Killgore of Vancouver, WA, Adam Killgore of Nashville, TN; brothers, Mike (Charlotte) Killgore of Angier, NC, Ray (Nancy) Killgore of Sarasota, FL; sister, Kelly (Craig) Towers of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren, Drew, Noah, Kate, Liam; mother of his sons, Tina Jo Cheatum; sisters-in-law, Connie (Willie) Newcome of Inman, Marna Regehr of Montgomery Village, MD; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be on Friday, September 27, 2024, from 6 – 8 pm at Elliott Mortuary. A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 2 pm at Hutchinson Gospel Chapel, 2005 Hendricks St, Hutchinson, with Chaplain Luke Helmuth officiating. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. Terry noted he wants people to dress in happy clothes at the service! Click here to view Terry's memorial service.
Memorials are suggested to Fellowship of Christian Athletes, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.
The family would like to thank all the healthcare employees at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center and Wesley Medical Center and all the therapists from various locations for helping Terry over the years. Your assistance and care were greatly appreciated by the whole family.
"Only the preservation of life is urgent" - Terry