Terry Starr

Obituaries always talk about what people accomplished in life, but it is the values and principles of the person that allowed them to live a rich and fulfilling life.

Greatness doesn’t mean being the best at something, greatness is measured by who remembers you because you made a difference in their life.

Terry was one of the greatest people I knew, because he profoundly touched the lives of those he met.

Terry was Intelligent, kind, gentle, loving, giving, humble and funny. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. He was a big man with an even bigger heart for humankind and all creatures great and small.

He loved to laugh, his favorite meal was a Steak and glass of Red Wine and he never missed a CFL Football game.

Although Terry’s needs were few, he was very well read and knowledgeable about the world of finance, geography, history and global affairs and remembered everything he read. He spent several hours every day reading two newspapers cover to cover. He always learned new words from his in depth reading and would find the right time to use them, but he was not trying to be grander than anyone, he just liked to expand his vocabulary, that was part of his learning and growing as a person.

He was a very humble and private person and even though I knew him for 35 years, I am still learning about him in his passing. He kept many remembrances of his achievements in life, and he had every reason to be proud of all that he accomplished.

Terry’s loving parents and his time in the Navy shaped him into the principled person that attracted everyone to him. His gestures towards others may have been small, but they were always from the heart. His charitable ways have continued to enhance the lives of many people and animals.

Terry never forgot his Winnipeg roots and early friendships in Winnipeg. He loved the Lake of the Woods and visited annually to see his large group of friends. You knew you were a special person in Terry’s life if he gave you a Nickname. To this day I know many of his friends not by their given name, but the name that Terry affectionately gave them.

Terry had many great friends around the country who have shared kind words and touching stories. He loved Fridays at the Pub with the boys, who he also worked with for many years. Terry always had wonderful stories to share, so I know these were friends that he held near and dear to his heart.

Terry’s last two months were very challenging, but he faced these challenges with dignity and humility and was always appreciative for the help he received. He never once complained and never asked for help, but those around him were so drawn to him that they felt it a privilege to provide for him.

Terry will be missed immensely and never forgotten.

Rest in peace, love you lots