Terrence Ray Carlisle (82) of Roseville California, passed away on February 6th, 2023, after a lifetime of music filled his soul and he filled our lives. He is survived by his cherished wife Judy, his beloved daughters Gina, Cristi and Moni, their husbands Chris and Patrick, his adored grandchildren, Annie, TJ, Nina, Emily, Zoe, and Russell, along with his equally loved stepchildren, Bambi, Dawn and Scott and their spouses Sheryl and Bob. He loved being the uncle of his nephew and nieces Tom, Kik, and Jen.
Terry, as he was fondly known to family and friends, was born to Ray and Leah Carlisle on December 11,1940 in Sacramento, California. Raised largely by his devoted grandmother, Hattie, and serenaded by his brilliant mom on piano, he learned early that the world was full of music, magic, and love. He loved his big brother James Carlisle. He told many stories of a childhood spent flying in small planes with his pilot father and searching for the history of his gold mining grandfather, J.O.
During his high school years at Placer High, he was recognized as a talented musician. He was an avid drummer and could play nearly any instrument by ear but he particularly loved the flute, an instrument on which he was completely self-taught and that he took with him everywhere. While he joined many clubs in his youth, including the Boy Scouts, his passion was playing gigs as a drummer at the clubs around town.
After graduation, Terry enlisted in the United State Air Force, which led to a successful lifetime career as a civilian Electronics Technician, specializing in radar systems, at McClellan Air Force Base. While in this role, with three small daughters, during his first marriage, he completed his Bachelor of Science in Marketing Management from California State University- Sacramento and graduated in 1971. In his career with the US Air Force, he was the project manager/supervisor for both the AWACS and F22 aircraft. His role took him many places around the world, from Alaska to Europe, where he developed a curiosity for the unknown. He loved traveling to distant shores and played his flute everywhere he went.
He met his wife Judy, 41 years ago, on a day when he drove his sports car on to base. They soon fell in love, married, and lived a life of adventure together. If Judy wanted to take photos, her “Ter Bear” was always ready for a road trip and they would drive all over, including the Pacific Highway and Route 66. They also took seven cruises together, from Mexico to Nova Scotia. His girls remember drives to Donner Lake, amusement parks, rafting trips down the American River, and visits to Australia.
Retiring from the Air Force at a still young age, he relished devoting himself to music and was a band leader, playing gigs on drums and flute, well into his 70’s. He loved all music but especially jazz and he had a lovely singing voice. We still remember him singing "Oh daddy...what's that over there?” like Mel Torme, the “Velvet Fog” himself.
He was a son, brother, husband, father, uncle, and a friend to many, full of love and fun, who embraced life with all its ups and downs and was always happy to learn what was for dinner. Thank you for the travels and tunes Papa Bear, the meals out and all the prime rib.
His heart was 'Full of Spring' and we know he is now playing where the robins sing. What sadness now fills our hearts that there is no more time, in this life. We will miss your smile, your humor, and your laugh. We hear you are playing in the heavenly band, with so many of your friends that have gone on before you, like Duane and Bob. We hear you Papa Bear and are listening for you everywhere. We know we will see you again.
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