July 9, 1950 – June 19, 2024
The family of Terry Wilson is sad to announce his passing on Wednesday, June 19 in Gimli, Manitoba.
Terry is survived by his mother Florence, Aunt Ruth, Brother Dale (Sue), nephews Rob and Evan (Brittney) and their mother Carol. Niece Mindy-Rae (Drew) and great-nephew Holden. Children Haley and Shaun, grandchildren Janessa, Griffin, Skylar and son-in-law Jamie. Sue’s children Jessica, Sara, and Davis. He is predeceased by his father Bob and Brother Jim (Carol).
Born in Rathwell Manitoba, the family moved to Winnipeg when Terry was 8. At 18 he started working in the maintenance department at CBC and earned his electricians license. This led to a remarkable career broadcasting the Olympics, Pan-Am Games, Grey Cups, NHL, Briers, Scotties and other sporting events from all corners of the world. His broadcasting colleagues were a second family to him. He was humble yet highly regarded. One of his colleagues stated “Terry was the closest thing we have to a legend in our industry.”
Terry cherished his home on the Sandy Hook Golf Course and enjoyed a quiet retirement. He made weekly visits to Winnipeg to take his mom and Aunt Ruth to appointments, shopping and lunch. He loved golfing, playing cribbage, and watching Jets and Bomber games with his best friends Sam and Karla. He took pride in his house and yard, his annual Christmas display showcased his love of the season. He took a short vacation down south annually but ensured he was back in time to help Byron and Pat get the golf course ready for the season. His life was about helping others.
Above all else, Terry valued his independence and quiet lifestyle which was unfortunately taken from him in the final 18 months of his life. His struggle is over, he is at peace. The family is grateful for all the kindness and care he received at the Gimli Hospital.
He requested no ceremony. Instead, he wanted his friends to remember him fondly while playing cards, golfing, at a family BBQ or watching curling/football/hockey. Toast him as you hit your tee shot on the 5th hole.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Dialysis Unit at the Interlake Eastern Health Foundation, iehf@ierha.ca
Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on Terry’s memorial page by using the comment field below.
Terry was a kind., generous, extremely hard working and no bullshit kind of friend and colleague. From my perspective, his work was to be done efficiently with always a concern for improving the way a job was done. He was willing to share his knowledge with anyone interested in learning and his observations were very much appreciated. They helped improve my work throughout the years. Terry was a level headed guy. His attitude at work was very balanced, work hard but have fun doing it. And he did know how to have fun. His obituary speaks of his Olympic, Pan Am and various international and national experiences. Who can forget Terry and his sidekick Gary Fanning zipping around the curling venue in their mini Japanese pickup truck at the 1998 Winter Olympics or Terry’s « office » at the Pan Am Games in the Dominican Republic. There are so many to remember and too many to tell.
Terry was a well respected colleague and a special friend. It was a privilege to have known him. Sincere condolences to his family and many friends.