Terry Abad Miranda

He honorably served in the United States Navy for 20 years, including multiple sea deployments throughout the Pacific and Asia, and during the Vietnam War. His Navy career brought him to duty stations around the world, including Rota, Spain, Sasebo, Japan, California, New Mexico and finally Washington state. After his service, he retired in Bremerton, Washington. Following his military service, he continued his dedication to public service for 15 years in the federal government.

In July 2022, Terry moved to Fairfax, Virginia, to live with his daughter Ellen and her husband, Stuart, and their children. In August 2023, he relocated with them to US Army Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, where he spent his final years surrounded by the love of his family.

Terry was a devoted husband to Elisa Miranda and a loving father to Ellen McMillan (Stuart), Chris Miranda (Tatiane Simons), and David Miranda (Connie Miranda). He was a proud grandfather to Shae, Cyrus, and Elysa McMillan; Tristan and Gabriella Simons; and Tristan and Jayden Miranda. He found immense joy in time spent with his family and was especially known for doting on his grandchildren.

A faithful Catholic, Terry was an active parishioner of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, where he served as a greeter and an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. He was also a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus. His faith guided his life and was evident in his kindness, humility, and service to others.

Terry enjoyed fishing, crabbing, and gardening, and he treasured traveling to visit and care for his grandchildren in Japan, Germany, New York and California. He will be remembered for his steady presence, generous spirit, and deep love for his family.

Friends and family may gather on Monday, May 18, 2026 from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Schimunek Funeral Home of Bel Air, 610 W. MacPhail Rd, Bel Air, MD 21014.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church in Bremerton, Washington. A Military Funeral Honors Ceremony will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Miller-Woodlawn Memorial Park, where Terry will be laid to rest.

**Psalm 23:1-4**

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He makes me lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.