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The Reno Gazette Journal and Lyon County News LeaderObituaries SectionSubmit an ObituaryTerry Callison
1948 - 2020
BORN
1948
DIED
2020
Terry Callison
January 26, 1948 -
September 4, 2020
Terry Callison peacefully passed away as the sun rose on his beloved Nevada home September 4, 2020. His family was by his side.
Terry was born in Wyandotte, MI to Harry and Antoinette Callison. The family moved to Southern California where he graduated from Chaffey High School in Upland, California in 1966, followed by a degree in Criminal Justice from Chaffey College.
Terry is a 35-year law enforcement veteran, starting his career with the City of Ontario Police Department and moving to Markleeville, California where he was a Deputy Sheriff for Alpine County. In 1980 he moved to Nevada and began a long career with the State of Nevada. During his career he served as the INTERPOL Liaison for the State of Nevada, Commander of the DPS Investigation Division's Special Investigation Unit, and an instructor for the POST Academy and DPS Training Division in Carson City. He retired as the Nevada representative to the Rocky Mountain Information Network.
Dedicated to public service, Terry was a veteran of military service including six years active duty and reserve time with the US Air Force and California Air National Guard as a Security Police Specialist. He spent 15 years active and reserve time with the Nevada Army National Guard and US Army Reserves as an Intelligence Officer.
He spent many happy years with his wife, family and friends on great adventures. Camping, river rafting, moonlight skiing in the Sierras, whale watching off the coast of Mexico, entertaining friends at Eagle Lake, and living the good life at his second home in Baja, Mexico. He believed that good food and good drinks shared with loved ones could cure most ills. He would remind us all to not sweat the small stuff.
Terry is survived by his wife and partner in crime of 34 years Lyn Callison, daughters Keri (Jason) Callison of Nashville, Korrie (Mike) Skibinski of Denver and granddaughters Adilyn and Mollie Skibinski. His big Italian family, Aunt Pauline, Uncle Joe, beloved cousins and many friends. Retired TSA/DHS K-9 Meg and Callie the cat.
Celebrations of Life will be arranged when travel and get togethers are safe again. Until then hold your loved ones close, raise a glass and tell fun stories. In lieu of flowers or memorials, please consider a donation to Carson Animal Services Initiative.
January 26, 1948 -
September 4, 2020
Terry Callison peacefully passed away as the sun rose on his beloved Nevada home September 4, 2020. His family was by his side.
Terry was born in Wyandotte, MI to Harry and Antoinette Callison. The family moved to Southern California where he graduated from Chaffey High School in Upland, California in 1966, followed by a degree in Criminal Justice from Chaffey College.
Terry is a 35-year law enforcement veteran, starting his career with the City of Ontario Police Department and moving to Markleeville, California where he was a Deputy Sheriff for Alpine County. In 1980 he moved to Nevada and began a long career with the State of Nevada. During his career he served as the INTERPOL Liaison for the State of Nevada, Commander of the DPS Investigation Division's Special Investigation Unit, and an instructor for the POST Academy and DPS Training Division in Carson City. He retired as the Nevada representative to the Rocky Mountain Information Network.
Dedicated to public service, Terry was a veteran of military service including six years active duty and reserve time with the US Air Force and California Air National Guard as a Security Police Specialist. He spent 15 years active and reserve time with the Nevada Army National Guard and US Army Reserves as an Intelligence Officer.
He spent many happy years with his wife, family and friends on great adventures. Camping, river rafting, moonlight skiing in the Sierras, whale watching off the coast of Mexico, entertaining friends at Eagle Lake, and living the good life at his second home in Baja, Mexico. He believed that good food and good drinks shared with loved ones could cure most ills. He would remind us all to not sweat the small stuff.
Terry is survived by his wife and partner in crime of 34 years Lyn Callison, daughters Keri (Jason) Callison of Nashville, Korrie (Mike) Skibinski of Denver and granddaughters Adilyn and Mollie Skibinski. His big Italian family, Aunt Pauline, Uncle Joe, beloved cousins and many friends. Retired TSA/DHS K-9 Meg and Callie the cat.
Celebrations of Life will be arranged when travel and get togethers are safe again. Until then hold your loved ones close, raise a glass and tell fun stories. In lieu of flowers or memorials, please consider a donation to Carson Animal Services Initiative.
Published by The Reno Gazette Journal and Lyon County News Leader from Sep. 8 to Sep. 10, 2020.
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I have fond memories of T.C. during my career with NDI. He always made sure we had the resources to accomplish our mission and ensure our safety. We never parted without him saying “be safe”. God bless and God speed T.C.
D. Vidovich
Coworker
September 20, 2020
RIP Terry,see you in Fiddler's Green
Carl McCormack
Coworker
September 17, 2020
Was so sorry to hear about his passing. Worked with Terry on different projects and he was always so nice to me. RIP my Friend
Molly Hernandez
Acquaintance
September 14, 2020
Terry was a great Cop and one you could always count on for a back up, weather you asked for it or not. So much enthusiasm and zeal to get in the middle of the action. I was surprised when He told me he was applying for Alpine County Sheriffs Dept. Alpine a tiny county about the size of Ontario. The smallest county in the state. Well, he got the job and sort of took an early retirement to Alpine county. Visited him while he was there and he took the wife and I for a ride along. We seen the entire county in about an hour, beautiful but not my "cup of tea" however, Terry seemed to love it! Terry my friend, may you rest in peace, job well done!
Bill Alwin
Coworker
September 12, 2020
Enjoyed working with Terry at Ontario P.D. He had a very energetic personality RIP my friend
Robert Britt
Coworker
September 11, 2020
Rest In Peace Terry will miss our time together
Pietro mello
Friend
September 11, 2020
The CASI team is so sorry to hear about Terry’s passing. He and Lyn have been such a joy to work with at the yearly Barracuda Golf Championship.
Rest In Peace and Joy, Terry.
Rest In Peace and Joy, Terry.
Lisa Schuette
Friend
September 10, 2020
Sorry to hear about Terry's passing...he will be missed.
Rick Keema
Coworker
September 10, 2020
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