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Terry Malmquist Obituary

TERRY L. MALMQUIST SR. VALPARAISO, IN Terry L. Malmquist Sr., 67 of Valparaiso, IN, went to his heavenly home on Friday, August 30, 2013. He passed away at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN. He was born in Gary, IN on February 4, 1946. He spent 35 years as a salesman at both Sears and car dealerships. He retired from Union Electric Steel after 6.5 years of service. Since then he served as a handyman at St. Teresa of Avila Church. He was a servant of the Lord in many capacities, mostly through his handyman talents. He helped family members, friends, neighbors, and anyone in need. You know Terry loved you if he was picking on you or telling you a joke! If he wasn't puttering, he was either reading a book or taking a nap. Survived by wife, Kathy (nee Kepler) Malmquist of Valparaiso; sons: Terry (Donna) Malmquist Jr. of Kouts, IN and Brian (Michelle) Malmquist of Harrisburg, NC; brothers: Anton (Joyce) Malmquist Jr. of Hobart, IN and Ernie Malmquist of Valparaiso; and sisters: Pat (Vernon) Sigman of Trafalgar, IN and Minnie Clifton of Brooksville, FL. Preceded in death by parents: Anton E. and Thelma P. (Burris) Malmquist Sr.; and brother, Robert Malmquist. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, September 4, 2013 from the Dykes Funeral Home at 4:45 p.m. for a 5:30 p.m. Mass at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church, 1511 LaPorte Ave. with Rev. Kevin McCarthy officiating. Friends may call Wednesday, September 4, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. at the Dykes Funeral Home, 2305 N. Campbell St. in Valparaiso. Memorials to St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. Graveside service at 11:00 a.m., Thursday September 5 at Graceland Cemetery. Dykes Funeral Home, 219-462-3125.

Published by The Times on Sep. 3, 2013.

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donna malmquist

August 29, 2014

It has been a year since we've seen you. We miss you very much! You were a great Husband, Father, and Father in law. Love, Donna

Terry Kegebein

September 9, 2013

Deepest sympathy to all of Terry's family I have fond memories of Terry / Ernie and cousins Dave and Bill many moons ago what a fabulous bunch. Had not seen Terry since Ernie had his station on 130 & 51 my heart goes all to all of the Malmquists

Elaine Bielewicz-Bradach

September 5, 2013

Tony and Joyce, Please accept my sincere sympathy--for you and all your family.

Becky Bohrer

September 4, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kay & Terry Nallenweg

September 4, 2013

Dearest Kathy & Family,
Our hearts go out to you. We will keep Terry and all of you in our thoughts and prayers. As Fr. Kevin said tonight, we will be there for you now, next week, next month, and next year(s). If you need ANYTHING, please do not hesitate to call.
Love,
Terry & Kay

Dean & Sandy Coican

September 4, 2013

Kathy, Terry Lee & Brian,
Sorry to hear about Terry's passing. He was one who would always make you smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

John, Lori, & Nick Donlin

September 4, 2013

Words can't express how sorry we are. Heaven must have needed a new hard working angel.

Kay Cooley

September 4, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss! May the memories you hold dear bring you peace always. Terry was very special and loved very much! May God bless you and your family!

Becky Trowbridge

September 4, 2013

So sad to hear of Terry's Homegoing! I know beyond a doubt he is praising Jesus! :) Hugs to you and to your boys! I know that God will bring you through this tough and long journey. May Terry's life be a light to those who don't know our Savior!!

Jerry and Barbara Brust

September 4, 2013

To the Malmquist family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. May faith, family and friends comfort you at this time.

Gail Carter

September 3, 2013

Brian and Michelle and rest of Malmquist family - I am so sorry for your loss. Just by reading the obituary, I can tell that he was a very loved and respected gentleman - a rare find in the world today. Trust God to comfort you in this time of sorrow, and lean on each other. Remember and share all the happy times. Keeping you in my prayers.

Jill VanZandt

September 3, 2013

Brian, Michelle and family,
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

Jim and Lynn Garrett

September 3, 2013

Brian, Michelle and Malmquist Family
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

September 3, 2013

Dear Malmquist family,
I never met Terry or any of you as far as I know, but I do know some people who do know you and Terry. If a man's worth is measured by his surviving friends, then Terry must have truly been a remarkable man. I am very sorry for your loss, but I have faith that you will join him in God's house one day and never miss each other again.
With deep sympathy,
Jackie Demmon

September 3, 2013

So sorry to hear about Terry. I know he was such a good and helpful person. You are all in my prayers. Rosemary Riley

Mark & Chris Blane

September 3, 2013

Kathy and Family,
Chris & I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to You and your family for the loss of Terry. Terry was a Big man in Life, Faith and Honor. Anyone who got to know him personally knew those qualities in him. He was forever giving and generous in his daily life. Most importantly, it was his Faith & Love of our Lord that translated into passing that Love on to others who he came into contact with on a daily basis. I know all of us at St. T's will truly miss Terry as Life moves forward.
Terry will not be forgotten at St. T's. WE continue to pray for you and your family.

Robin Perrotta(MInk)

September 3, 2013

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with Terry's family.

September 3, 2013

Cathy so sorry for your loss,we will be praying for you & your family love ,don &vivian hagan pierceton,in.

Donna Malmquist

September 3, 2013

My Father In law will be dearly missed. I loved him so very much!

Cindi Hagan

September 3, 2013

Kathy, My deepest sympathy for the loss of Terry. He was one of the good guys!

September 3, 2013

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with Terry's Family.
Linda Buzinec

Jim Foreman

September 3, 2013

To the Malmquist family, I am sorry for your loss. Terry and I went to grade school together at the Lutheran school in Hobart. We had lived on Smoke rd before we moved. May the Lord bless you and keep your family strong.

September 3, 2013

Kathy,
I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Nancy Milcarek

Michelle Friesen-Carper

September 3, 2013

Kathy, so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Allen,& Diana Hagan

September 2, 2013

Kathy,so sorry for your loss he was a good man,and will be missed!!

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