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Terrence Magoon Obituary

HARDWICK - Terrence Arlen Magoon, 58, died July 12, 2017, at Copley Hospital in Morrisville.
He was born Aug. 30, 1958, in Morrisville, the son of Marvin P. and Morna E. (McCall) Magoon.
He graduated from high school while stationed at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii.
Mr. Magoon served in the U.S. Army in Manchester, New Hampshire, Texas, Hawaii and was discharged from Oakland Army Base in California.
He married Melissa Lacoss Jan. 1, 1984, in Wolcott.
In earlier years, he was employed at Top Notch in Stowe. He was janitor at Peoples Academy in Morrisville and for more than 20 years, worked for Caspian Arms in Hardwick and Wolcott. He retired in 2007 due to failing health.
Mr. Magoon was a member of American Legion Post #7, of Hardwick, Green Mountain Practical Shooters Club in Morrisville and Tuesday Night Men's Golfing League in Greensboro.
He enjoyed golfing, shooting and riding his motorcycle.
Survivors include his wife and two siblings, Rex and Melody Magoon, all of Hardwick; two daughters, Elizabeth Magoon, of Ira, and Haley Magoon, of Hardwick; his father and stepmother, Claudine S. Johnson, of Morrisville; an uncle, several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by his mother.
A celebration of his life with a memorial shoot, barbecue and potluck will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 22, at his home, 658 Morin Lane in Hardwick.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hardwick Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 837, Hardwick, VT 05843; or Make-A-Wish Foundation of Vermont, 431 Pine St., Suite 214, Burlington, VT 05401.
Arrangements are by Northern Vermont Funeral Service in Hardwick.

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Published by Times Argus on Jul. 15, 2017.

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Jeannette (Wettach/Hale) Matz

July 26, 2017

The time he visited and stayed by us in New York. related through the Russell/Culver/Magoon side of the family. He was in Military uniform and we hung out for a couple to days, he gave us a book he had. we seen him a few times on our visit to Vermont. He knew Findlay Dewey my uncle..etc.. We were also friends with Arden Magoon, who we were sure to call on, when around town. Actually, I was trying to find Terrence so he could tell me where Arden is and game across his untimely death. you can reach me at 718-347-3092, and if you know where (nursing home) Arden is , cause we will be around town in August. Thanks! and our condolences to the family.

Pat McAllister

July 17, 2017

Melissa and family, I did not know Terrance but want you to know that I am sorry for your loss. Keeping the memories alive will help with your grief.

July 17, 2017

I am sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort be with you during your time of mourning. Isaiah 61:1,2 ; Matthew 5:4

Mike Baker

July 16, 2017

So sorry for your loss......Always enjoyed golfing with Terry.

July 16, 2017

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

Christina Curschmann

July 16, 2017

Melissa, Craig and I are so sorry for your family's loss. If there is anything we can do for you and your family let us know.

Sherry & Greg Lussier

July 16, 2017

We are all better people for knowing Terry.

Jeremy Ayotte

July 15, 2017

Im so sorry to read of this. He was a good man and my thoughts and prayers are with his children and his wonder wife

Kim Cain

July 15, 2017

Melissa so sorry for your loss you and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.

Steve Dresser

July 15, 2017

I was Terry's classmate. We didn't stay in touch after HS but I've thought about him over the years. He was one of a kind and a really good guy. Probably the toughest guy in our class. (Another reason I was glad to be his friend!) RIP buddy and condolences to your family and friends.

JoAnn Brown (magoon)

July 15, 2017

We had some good times playing at grammies... I regret that we didn't keep in touch more in our later years. But cuz I'll always remember the good days... prayers for your family... I loved you and thought of you often tho!

Bob Bourdeau

July 15, 2017

So sorry Melissa for your loss. My prayers are with you. Bob Bourdeau

Jeremy Fraize

July 15, 2017

Big grin, big laughs, biggest loss to all of us. Godspeed "T" .

July 15, 2017

Melissa, wonderful man your Terrence. Beautiful smile, warm heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, the girls & family. - Michael, Karen & Taylor Gates

Heather Cochran

July 15, 2017

My thoughts are with your entire family. Terrence was always such a joy to work with. He always had a smile!

July 15, 2017

Melissa,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and the girls are in my prayers.

Nancy Rooney

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