Terrence E. McFadden

Terrence McFadden Obituary

Beloved Husband, Father & Papa Age 82 of White Bear Lake Passed away at his home on Sept. 26, 2009. Retired from NSP as a mechanical engineer. Merchant Marines during WWII and Army during Korean War. Loved wood working and his beautiful yard. Always there to lend a hand or advice to family and friends. Survived by his loving wife, Elena; children, Maureen and Kevin (Penny); grandchildren, Anthony, Selina, Joseph, Sean, Kaylee, Stephen and Andrew; brothers, Cyril (Violet), Vincent (Miriam) and Francis; sisters, Mary Agnes (Vern), Rita (Ervin), Margaret and Ann (Roger); and many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial 11:30 AM Thursday, Oct. 1st at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 3878 Highland Ave., White Bear Lake, with visitation 1 hr prior to Mass at church. Interment 12:45 PM Friday, Oct. 2nd -Assembly Area 5 at Ft. Snelling Nat'l Cemetery

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Published by Pioneer Press on Sep. 29, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Terrence McFadden

8 Entries

The Gilbertsons

October 2, 2009

We moved next door to Terry and Lee in 1995. They quickly became members of the family, or rather we part of theirs. Terry was always the gracious teacher, ready to engage in a conversation about a particular plant, cooking method and ingredients, a physics lesson on how to take down trees, or intriguing adventures up north. He patiently took the time to find out about the lives around him and asked just the right questions with that sparkle in his eyes. He never asked for anything in return.
We never tired of his stories or watching him create or restore one of his projects.

Terry's desire for knowledge and learning is inspiring; his intelligence, admirable; and his graciousness and human spirit, humbling.

We will truly miss him, but rejoice in the fact that Terry was in our lives as a neighbor, friend, and teacher. I can't help the feeling that we were in the presence of truly a great human being who was unassuming in demeanor, but an honorable man by all definitions indeed.

James Rowan

October 2, 2009

Terry was my manager when I was first hired at Northern States Power Co. I was a single man just leaving the US Navy. During my early years at NSP he provide inspiration and guidance. I am very thankful for the opportunity Terry provided me. I consider Terry a significant person in the story of my life.

We work together at NSP in implementing a Nuclear Quality Assurance Program in the wake of the TMI accident. In this difficult task, I am proud of the standard of excellence set by Terry and work we did together. Like a hoplite warrior, Terry gather honor for himself in the integrity of the work he did.

He will be remembered with honor.

September 30, 2009

You'll be missed, Uncle Terry. I love you. Jennifer K.

Morris

September 29, 2009

May you look to God for strength to go forth each day. And may the memories of your husband and father's courage always be with you.(2 Corinthians 4:7)

John Dellwo

September 29, 2009

I was privileged to know Terry for 26 years. He was a very competent "fixer" who preferred to tackle fixing something himself rather than getting a repair man. Always willing to help or take a short break from one of his projects. Liked to talk about any subject - computers to truck/car repair to growing flowers. But, as soon as there was a lull in the conversation Terry would say "Well, back to work.". I will greatly miss this kind man.

Tonya Grunewald

September 29, 2009

Family of Terry
We have lived in the neighborhood for nearly 10 years. I've so enjoyed talking with Terry about his beautiful landscaping, flowers and other greenery that he nursed. He always had great advise and was very knowledgeable in everything from fertilizers, how to start trees from just a nut, and on into processing the fruits and vegetables he grew. I enjoyed watching him complete project after project. He is an inspiration to me. His will and determination is unmatched. I feel very blessed to have had him as a neighbor.

We are sorry for you loss.
We pray that God holds you tight in his comforting embrace.
Love the Grunewald's

Colleen Dellwo

September 29, 2009

Terry will be missed and I will always remember him as the best neighbor anyone could ever ask for. He was a confident, knowledgeable carpenter, wood worker, gardner and at his age still strong enough to help a neighbor move an oversized tv when asked. He was independent and wanted to maintain his home and yard all by himself, he didn't want anyone to help him with something he could do himself.

He shared his flowering plants and his fruit tree wisdom. I have his yellow day lilies growing in my back yard and multiplying every year.

I would always notice the lights on in the garage and Terry working on his latest project. I will definitely miss that homey feeling that alls right in the world.

I wish to express to his family my sincere sympathy but also my praise for his life well lived.

Love,
Colleen from across the street

September 29, 2009

Maureen, Kevin and families:
We have been in the neighborhood for 20+ years and in that time, can't remember many days where we didn't see the light on in Terry's garage at night, knowing that he was working on a project of some kind. I walked past the house last night and was saddened to realize the light was not on...all his projects are done.

We have many good memories of Terry and will miss him.

We are very sorry for your loss.

Cindie & Ron Bloom

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