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Terry Touranjoe Obituary
Born in Syracuse, N.Y., he was the son of the late Henry and Bella Touranjoe and brother of Paul and Sandy Touranjoe of Syracuse and Anne Marie and William "Pistol" Ritter of Forestport, N.Y. Terry's second family, his in-laws, will equally miss him. Mother and father, Arthur and Deloris Paradise; brother, Len and Peggy Paradise; sisters, Jane Paradise and Lorraine and Paul White; and a host of nieces and nephews are left behind with love and memories of Terry.
Terry was a graduate of Most Holy Rosary High School, Syracuse and West Texas State University, alumni '83. Terry worked at Nationwide Insurance as the director of claims for the New England region. He was proud of his career and his ability to make positive change. Bowlers across the nation will miss Terry Lee Touranjoe! He was on the Collegiate All-American men's team in 1982-83 and received numerous rewards and trophies for his bowling accomplishments. He served on the Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven committee; taught the Catholic faith to sons and daughters of Christ the King Church in Old Lyme, and volunteered his time to others in a great number of ways.
Terry was known for his fun-loving, easy-going character and a smile that was contagious to all. He enjoyed traveling, walking the beach, sunsets, entertaining, parties, and spent every available moment with his boys including hours in the bowling alley. Thank you to those who traveled Terry's journey with him, never leaving him or his family feeling alone. The community response to all the family's needs was nothing short of divine. Terry called these friends and family his angels; God's response to our prayers.
The funeral procession will assemble at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 22, at Fulton-Theroux Funeral Home, 13 Beckwith Lane, and will proceed to a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Christ the King Church, 1 McCurdy Road, Old Lyme. Burial will follow in Duck River Cemetery, Old Lyme. Calling hours will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21, at the funeral home. A memorial service, with reception to follow, will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26, at Most Holy Rosary, 111 Roberts Ave., Syracuse, N.Y.
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Memories and Condolences
for Terry Touranjoe
Steve Oliveri
January 28, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Udey and Kelly Hanschu
January 28, 2008
Arlene, David & Michael: Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Robert Gomez
January 24, 2008
Terry was truly an inspiration to me. I will always remember his kind and caring attitude, and will strive to live both personally and professionally in a way that he would be proud of.
Terry loves the sun!
January 24, 2008
Michele Lombard
January 24, 2008
Arlene, Terry was a special person who will be missed by everyone who he touched. May your sweet memories lessen the pain. My prayers are with you.
Michele Lombard
Steve & Marilyn Thomson
January 23, 2008
Arlene, David and Michael,
We are very sorry for your loss. We didn't know Terry very well but could see that he was a wonderful husband and father. I know everyone will miss him a great deal. Our prayers are with you.
Chuck Quick
January 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joe & Nancy Kasouf
January 23, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Terry was a wonderful man. I'll fondly remember Terry from my time in New York where he was friend and colleague. We'll miss him and his upbeat personality.
Edward, Joleene and Samantha Fiske
January 23, 2008
Alene, David and Michael
I have never met a person, in my lifetime, with so much character, integrity and passion as Terry. He has set the "gold standard" to live by. He was a very good freind to me. I always knew that I could call upon him to assist me in any way and he would always be there for me. I will forever have many, many stories to tell my daughter, Samantha, about how inspiring Terry really was to me. We had so many good times, good laughs, good cries, and good memories together that they will last a lifetime. I don't think I will ever meet anyone that will ever compare to Terry (except maybe his family).
He will be missed!
Love,
Ed, Joleene and Samantha Rose Fiske
DONNA BONACCIO
January 23, 2008
ARLENE, DAVID & MICHAEL
AS YOU ALREADY KNOW HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM. YOUR IN MY PRAYERS & THOUGHTS
Tom & Debbie Minnegan
January 22, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies, you are in our thoughts and prayers
Joe Moore
January 22, 2008
To the Touranjoe Family, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Terry. I worked with and for Terry in the Latham office. He will be missed very much, by all of us.
Val Murphy
January 22, 2008
"...I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.
Though some day we all have to part with those we love, they are not lost. We are always better for having loved. In this way, love transcends even death."
~~Leo Buscaglia~~
To the Touranjoe family and friends, may all the love and laughter shared continue to carry and support you in this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy, Val Murphy
CHRIS WILLIAMS
January 22, 2008
BEST WISHES !!!!!!! STAY STRONG TERRY WAS NOTHING BUT THE BEST . MY LOVE FOREVER ...
Cathy Spera
January 22, 2008
Please take comfort in your memories and the knowledge that everything Terry did was an outgrowth of the love and care he felt for his family and the people around him. My sympathy and prayers are with you.
Penny Lonsway
January 22, 2008
Terry was a wonderful man. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
William R Bell
January 22, 2008
Met Terry during CAT duty in 89 South Carolina. Saddened by his passing. Wishing the best to his family!
Tom & Tara Bittner
January 22, 2008
Arlene, David & Michael: Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. Terry was not only a great leader, but a great friend. We'll miss him, but he'll always be with us in spirit.
Gary Kimball
January 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will always remember Terry looking on the bright side of things.
Harriet Abrams
January 22, 2008
I truly enjoyed working with Terry and want to extend my sincere sympathy to his family.
Roy Kunkle
January 22, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Donald Santarpia
January 22, 2008
Terry was a good friend and always willing to pitch in. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Matthew Matsen
January 22, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Terry's family. Terry was my second manager at Nationwide, and I will always remember his style of understanding what is truly important in this world, family and friends.
Jim McHale
January 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Many thanks to Terry for his guidance at work, he will be greatly missed.
Roger Carr
January 22, 2008
Arlene, David, and Michael I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless you all.
Brad Gutcher
January 22, 2008
Deepest sympathy to the Touranjoe Family. Terry was such a dear person. I will miss his smile and his positive outlook. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joyce Asermely
January 22, 2008
Deepest sympathy to the Touranjoe family. Terry was a wonderful and kind person who will be remembered by all the lives he touched.
Joseph Brady
January 22, 2008
God Bless His Soul.
Tina Lundy
January 22, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the family.
James Martin
January 22, 2008
As a Nationwide Agent in Rome NY, My wife Diana and I wish to let you know Terry will be greatly missed. We will keep your family in our prayers. His sincerity and willingness to help will be remembered. Someday we will all meet again.
Steve Musclow
January 22, 2008
It was a true honor to have worked with Terry. He was a wonderful person, and will be missed. Bless Terry and his family in his passing.
Tim Taylor
January 22, 2008
Arlene- I am so sorry for your loss. He was a special person and a great friend and I will always appreciate the wonderful memories of our time together in Ballston Spa. My best to you and the boys and may God be with you in this time of sorrow.
January 22, 2008
Courage, kindness, friendship, strength, supportive, fun, intelligent, wise, fair, loyal......the list just goes on.
Arlene, boys and family,
My God hold you in the cradle of his hand and my your sweet memories console you.
Thought and Prayers,
Jim Nelson & Family
Kelli, Ed, Nicole & EJ Martino
January 22, 2008
Arlene, Michael and David. Thinking of you during this difficult time. May your wonderful memories help you in the days to come. We will keep you in our prayers.
Richard Bouffard
January 22, 2008
One of the good guys of this world. I will miss his sly smile and they way he truly care about others.
Gordon E. Kotars
January 21, 2008
T.T. (406)
You were the BEST, First General Services ever had. Thanks for working in the trenches with me.
~~Rest in Peace~~
Gordy (400)
Rita Nuccini
January 21, 2008
My deepest sympathy to your family. Terry was a very special person and will always be remembered.
Jerry Daino
January 21, 2008
My deepest sympathy and prayers to the family. Terry was an inspirational man with trememdous dignity and character. He will be truly missed.
Debbi Donegan
January 21, 2008
Arlene~
Was so shocked to learn of Terry's passing. May your faith get you and the boys through the worst of times, and memories of what a wonderful husband,father,brother,and friend to all who knew him, help ease your pain. God bless,
Donna Capuano
January 21, 2008
You will be truly missed.
Joe Bunk
January 21, 2008
Arlene, David and Michael, I am sorry for your loss. He will be missed and remain a part of the all the lives he touched.
Lisa Richetelli
January 21, 2008
Thanks for all the support and guidance. You are truely a wonderful human being. I know you will be an angel watching over your family.
David Cinquanta
January 21, 2008
Arlene, My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Deborah Ginsberg
January 21, 2008
A wonderful friend and mentor who will be deeply missed. May god bless this family.
Marianne Anton
January 21, 2008
My deepest symapthy to the family.
I hold you in prayer and thought .
Jan and Bonnie Radlowski
January 21, 2008
Arlene, David & Michael
We were so sad to hear about Terry. What a special man. We have fond memories of all of you as previous neighbors, but most of all "good friends". You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Denny Aultman
January 21, 2008
Arlene:
May the memory of Terry and the special life you shared help ease the sadness of your loss. He touched so many in his short life and will be deeply missed. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Michael Gaudio
January 21, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jacky Rider
January 21, 2008
Terry was a wonderful man and our lives were all blessed by knowing him. With deepest sympathy in your loss.
Steve Laubach
January 21, 2008
Arlene, David and Michael. The thoughts and prayers of me and my family are with you during this difficult time.
I had the pleasure of working and bowling with Terry and I have such fond memories of our friendship.
God bless you.
Tara Taylor
January 21, 2008
Arlene and Boys-
I am deeply saddened for your loss- and my love and thoughts are with you- as well as my prayers! I cherish every moment I ever got to spend with you and Terry- I am blessed and honored to have known such a wonderful man.
Emmanuel Osuyah
January 21, 2008
My prayers will continue on behalf of his family.
Craig Meier
January 21, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the Touranjoe family. Terry was a respected leader and will be greatly misssed.
Peter Mason
January 21, 2008
When I or my clients needed help he went above the need to give it. He was one of the few really good claims people who knew his product and how to treat people. He will be missed and we will say a prayer for he and his family.
Bob Keller
January 21, 2008
Seldom do you meet someone briefly and yet you know they are a person of great character. Terry made you feel if you were discussing business or pleasure it was equally important to him to hear what you had to say.
My thoughts and prayers extend to all those that knew him! We are all the better for it!
Dan Landino
January 21, 2008
With deepest sympathy
Tara Montemurno
January 21, 2008
Arlene, David & Michael;
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Terry will be missed tremendously but the memories we have of him will live on forever in our hearts.
Richard (Dick) Vaughan
January 21, 2008
I first met Terry two years ago. He stuck me then as a lively, supportive, honest and sincere person. His daily words and actions only served to reinforce my original assessment. I shall miss him. My condolences to the Touranjoe family on this sad loss.
Elizabeth B. Salerno
January 21, 2008
Love and Prayers
Mike Carno
January 21, 2008
Terry my friend, thanks for the laughs and memories.
Marie Brinn
January 21, 2008
Dear Arlene, David & Mickey, Jim and I express our deepest sympathies. Words cannot express our saddness at this difficult time. We have fond memories of Terry, Love Marie Brinn and Jim Youket
Randy and Mary DeLisio
January 21, 2008
Terry will stay in our hearts and minds forever. He was so gracious and kind to me when I joined the "family". Our love and hope go out to all who grieve over him. Peace be with you.
Latisha Robinson
January 21, 2008
May God Bless & Keep the family & friends of Terry Touranjoe & blanket them with the peace that surpasses all understanding.
SUSAN MANSFIELD
January 21, 2008
TO THE TOURANJOE FAMILY
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES ON YOUR LOSS.TERRY WILL BE MISSED VERY MUCH.I WILL MISS HIS MORNING HELLO AND HE WILL LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER.GOD BLESS YOU ALL AT THE DIFFICULT TIME.......
SUZI/L&M CCC
Bud & Pam Klimas
January 21, 2008
Dear Arlene,David and Michael,We are so
sorry. You are in thought and prays.
Francesca Perri
January 21, 2008
To the Touranjoe Family: May friends comfort you, faith uphold you and loving memories heal your heart. With sympathy.
Tina Lee & Robb Sharpe
January 20, 2008
Arlene, David & Michael,
We are so deeply saddened to hear of Terry's passing. We will always remember the warmth of his spirit, the love he so openly showed for you all, and all who met him. We are privleged to have known him at all.
With prayers of comfort,
Todd Miller
January 20, 2008
Deepest condolenses to the family of a very nice man whose company I enjoyed very much. God Bless you all at this very difficult time.
Tara Montemurno
January 20, 2008
Arlene, David & Michael;
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Terry will be missed tremendously but the memories of him will live on forever in our hearts.
Angela Marsico
January 20, 2008
Terry, I will miss your leadership but more importantly your friendship. Your contagious smile and endless encouragment will forever be with us. Thank-you for touching so many of our lives, rest in peace Terry until we are together again.
Tasha Ritter
January 20, 2008
i know uncle t's in heaven so my sadness is for those of us left behind. he was a wonderful uncle and Godfather and i miss him dearly.
Sharon Hass
January 20, 2008
Our wishes and prayers are with you.
Scott Worman
January 20, 2008
Dear Arlene,
Denise and I wish to express our condolences to you and your family.
Chip Meyers
January 20, 2008
Arlene, David and Michael you have my deepest sympathies. Terry has had a positive affect on me as well as many others and will always be remembered in my thoughts and prayers
Darren Miller
January 20, 2008
My deepest thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
Leroy Jones
January 20, 2008
May God be with The entire family during these sad times. Remember, God never leaves or forsakes us, His children. God bless you, for Terry is with Christ our Lord.
Steve Gariglio
January 20, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Davis Powell
January 20, 2008
My family and I will keep Terry and his family in our prayers. May God watch over them.
Sue Von Pless
January 20, 2008
May God bless you at this time. We have all been blessed by knowing Terry.
Alberta Loubier
January 20, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Paul Touranjoe
January 20, 2008
Beloved Brother,
You will be missed much more than you know.
Love Always,
Paul and Sandi
Barbara Wolf
January 20, 2008
He was a pleasure to work with, always smiling and encouraging. So sorry for your loss.
Jim & Sue Shortley
January 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your wonderful family.
Elena & Frank LaPlaca
January 20, 2008
May God hold you and your family close and breath peace, acceptance, and love into your hearts,minds and souls. May God's angels stay close, envenope you and protect you with His love.
Alan Zeigler
January 20, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Steve Gariglio
January 20, 2008
Terry, rest in peace and may God bless you and your family in this time of great sorrow.
Paul & Lisa Connell
January 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. What the heart has once owned and had, it shall never lose.
Knowing and working with Terry will be a memory I am happy and honored to own for the rest of my life.
Sharon Hass
January 20, 2008
Terri, I will miss coming into work everyday and seeing your smile.
Larry Mortek
January 20, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time. May the great memories you have of Terry remain with you and continue to comfort you forever.
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