Obituary of Terence Stewart McLain
Terence Stewart McLain
May 24, 1951 - November 24, 2008
Terence Stewart McLain passed away unexpectedly, November 24 at the age of 57. Terry was born in Duluth, Minnesota on May 24, 1951 and then moved to Des Moines Iowa where he attended school.
After high school, Terry attended Coe College and received a history degree. Terry worked for many years in the relocation industry and later at Cyberian Outpost as a product manager.
Throughout his life, Terry enjoyed playing and coaching basketball, as well as coaching soccer for his sons' teams. In addition to sports, Terry developed a deep love for poetry and enjoyed writing and sharing his poetry with others. He was also an active member of the Toastmaster's Club for many years.
Terry was a loving and devoted father to his sons Kevin and Gregory of New Fairfield. He is survived by, his mother, Ailie McLain, of Minneapolis MN, his sister Judy (Bob)Dannenberg, of Burlington, Wisconsin, and Sarah McLain, the mother of his boys. Terry will be missed by his nieces and nephews in WI, VT and CT. He will also be missed by his close friends at the Molten Java Poetry Group and members of the Quaker Meeting Community.
Terry was predeceased by his father, Fred McLain. Funeral Information
Funeral Services will be held privately. Donations Information
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in Terry's name be given to the New Fairfield Animal Shelter.
A Memorial Tree was planted for Terence
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