Terry W. Sherman
December 2, 1951 – August 29, 2024
VISITATION: Sunday, September 8, 2024, from 11am to 1pm at the West Center Chapel, with FUNERAL SERVICE at 1pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Open Door Mission.
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Terry Sherman, a loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully with his family by his side after a battle with Parkinson’s disease. Born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Terry was the eldest of five boys to Orville and Darlene Sherman. He grew up alongside his brothers Randy, Craig, Rory, and Todd in Delmont, South Dakota.
Terry excelled in sports, playing baseball, basketball, and football throughout his school years. After graduating in 1970, he went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from South Dakota State University, followed by a master’s degree from Purdue University, encouraged by his wife, Mitzi.
His early career took him to Elmendorf Air Force Base in Anchorage, Alaska, where he lived with a wonderful family, Al, Sandy, Steve, and Mike Haynes, and coached the boys to winning seasons in baseball and football. Alaska became a special place for Terry, and even after moving to Omaha, he frequently visited. His final wish is for his ashes to be taken there.
In Omaha, Terry worked at SAC Headquarters and the US Army Corps of Engineers, where he played a key role in establishing the Transportation Systems Center of Expertise (TSMCX). His job took him across the United States and to various countries in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Terry retired in 2017, looking forward to traveling, golfing, and spending more time with his loved ones.
Terry met Mitzi in 1983 and they married in 1985. Together, they had three children: Zak, Katie, and Ben. Terry was a passionate Nebraska Cornhuskers fan, a love he passed on to his family. Mitzi insists their kids’ first words were not “Mama” or “Dada”, but “C’mon ref.” He coached his son in baseball and soccer and played softball with friends and coworkers on the Worst Team. His family grew to include his son-in-law Tyler Brown, daughter-in-law Abby Locke, and grandchildren Addelyn, Carter, Florence, Cameron, and Violet, all of whom brought him great joy.
After being diagnosed with Parkinson’s in December 2017, Terry faced his illness with resilience. He will be missed by his family and friends. His ashes will be returned to Alaska, honoring his final wish.
The Sherman family would like to thank Heartland Neurological, Elk Ridge, and Suncrest Hospice for their care and support. Terry’s life will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.
9 Comments
So very sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Terry was a highly respected professional colleague but most of all he was our friend for over forty years. He was a fine man. Our prayers are with all of his family and friends.
The world has lost a great guy. My sympathy to your family.
Terry is one of the kindest people I have ever met. My deepest sympathies.
Heartfelt sympathy to all of you. I remember being spoiled by all the boys when I was a little girl. Find memories for me.
Very fortunate to have such a wonderful man as a cousin. God Bless the family.
I had the privilege to work with Terry on a number of projects during a period of over 40 years. Terry always enjoyed his work and enjoyed spending time with the people that he worked with. I will miss Terry and his life-long dedication to improving the performance of airfield pavements. Prayers for all of his family!
Sad to hear the news of cousin Terry. He was the oldest of the four of us cousins that graduated in 1970. There were 14 cousins in all. Many memories with Terry at Grandpa and Grandma Sherman’s farm. Our thoughts are with his family
So saddened to hear about Terry’s passing. I remember a trip he made out to Osan AB in Korea over 10 years ago. So thankful for his help. The TSC continues to be the airfield paving experts for USACE. He will be dearly missed.
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