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Scott A. Terpstra

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Scott A. Terpstra obituary, 1957-2024

BORN

1957

DIED

2024

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Geisen Funeral Home - Crown Point

606 E. 113th Ave.

Crown Point, Indiana

Scott Terpstra Obituary

Scott A. Terpstra

Dec 5, 1957 - Dec 15, 2024

Scott A. Terpstra, age 67, of Crown Point, Ind., passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024.

Scott is survived by his wife of 39 years, Vickey Terpstra; two children, Craig and Jennifer Terpstra; and nephews, Blair and Brodie Terpstra.

Scott was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Joyce Terpstra; and brother, Mitch Terpstra.

Scott retired from Nitco, of Hebron, after 40 years of service.

He enjoyed fishing, being outdoors, trapping, softball, and bowling. Scott was an avid Cubs fan as well! He was very outgoing, had a sense of humor, and never met a stranger.

Scott was the most devoted husband, father, and a friend to all.

Arrangements are entrusted to Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Scott's name to the National MS Society, donate.nationalmssociety.org.

Visit Scott's online guestbook at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com 219-663-2500.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Times on Dec. 17, 2024.

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Linda DeMoss

December 18, 2024

So sorry to hear this. I went to school with Scott and got to see him again when my husband Ryan and Scott played ball together in Wheatfield. Truly a great person I call friend. Sending prayers and hugs to his wife and kids.

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