Kevin, Doreen, Eddie, Tracey and Danielle,

I never thought at this point in our lives we'd lose Terry.  My heart is broken for all of you, as well as for anyone else whose life was touched by Terry.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.  I am sending deep felt love hoping it gives even a small bit of comfort and support during this extremely difficult time.

Linda Rice Filoso

If I only knew...

If I knew it would be our last time together
I would have stayed a lot longer
I would have hugged you much tighter
I would have told you I loved you like family and not just a friend

Decades ago when we were young
It was the best of times being carefree, laughing and having fun
Thanks to our Dads being childhood friends
 Our lives crossed early which I feel blest
The Fleming and Rice families, 
Our days spent together were always the absolute best

Our lives sent us in different directions 
And we drifted apart
But you and all your family 
Have always had a special place in my heart

My tears are flowing with this empty feeling
A huge sense of loss, a heartbreaking sadness
My memories are precious and will always be treasured
You, my dear Terry, I will miss forever

I regret in our last time meeting 
I wish I would have stayed a lot longer
I wish I hugged you much tighter
I wish I told you I love you like family and not just a friend
I wish I told you how dearly to me, you meant.

Linda Rice Filoso

What does a country boy from Maine and city guy from New York have in common?  Quite a lot it turns out; Dylan, golf and our extended families in GA and FL to name a few.  Terry reminded me of these often dropping a note about a concert he saw, a visit from a mutual friend, wishing me Merry Christmas or planning the next trip south.  I’ll sure miss coordinating our arrivals and departures at Hartsfield.  He would say “can’t wait for October, will be in touch”.  I feel blessed to have you as a friend, Terry.  Will see you again one day.  My heart goes out to your family.

Terry, Frank and I first met you through the Turners bowling league at the formerly-named Sheridan Lanes in Mineola.  We always enjoyed bowling with you and, especially, remember the night you "almost" bowled a perfect game !!  Boy, were we excited but, unfortunately, you got distracted and, surprisingly, threw your first ball in the gutter.  I no longer remember what happened after that but, I believe, you got a 296.  In spite of not getting a 300 for a perfect game, you bowled spectacularly !!

Terry, to say you’ll be missed is an understatement. You had a great story for every occasion and my daughter always had a kind word about talking to you. We’ll meet again on that 1st tee someday…
      Richard Thomas Bailey 
       “Slainte!”

I KNOW  TERENCE FOR 27 YEARS ,WE WORKED TOGETHER IN ALBERT KEMPERLE , HE WAS AN EXCELLENT PERSON, THE MASPETH TEAM WILLMISS YOU VERY MUCH ,TERRI I KNOW YOU ARE IN BETTER PLACE , YOU ARE RESTING IN PEACE. ON BEHALF OF ALL THE COWORKERS OF MASPETH STORE , MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU

Terry was very proud of his annual green mustache ☘️💚

Terry & I were teammates on our bowling league for many years. He kept in touch since then with an annual Happy Birthday text & Mothers Day one.  I’ll sure miss those messages from him.  May he rest in enteral peace with loved ones that went before him. ☘️❤️🍻🎳

Thank you for your wonderful friendship.  I always looked forward to our chats which were full of laughter.  You are loved and You will be so missed Terry. 
Love , Tina

Even though he and his family lived right around the corner from me in Ridgewood, I only met Terry later in life.  He was a warm, easy going individual.  He and his siblings welcomed me into thier circle with arms open for which I will be eternally grateful.
Despite his low key humbleness, he was a complicated man.
I'm a richer person for having known him
RIP, buddy.

Always in our hearts and memories. Thanks for the great friendship.

KEVIN with deep regrets I send this message. Terri always look forward to playing golf with all of us guys and he could not have ever been kinder.  One thing I remember about Terry his admiration and love for you KEVIN his little brother. Obviously we did not know his family but I know they will miss Terry as we will.  God blessings to you and your family.  

Art

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Terence Michael Fleming

February 5, 1957 – June 14, 2025

Werst & LaBella Funeral Home

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