We Remember

MILLAR, Terry Shawn

August 23, 1965 — October 25, 2014

Terry passed away peacefully at the age of 49 at the Central Okanagan Hospice House from a short battle with cancer.  Survived by his daughter Kylie and two sons: Kurtis and Keanan; his parents Mervyn and Mary Millar of Castlegar; brothers Andy (Gail) of Kelowna, Brian (Carol) of Castlegar; sister Penny (Keith) of Castlegar and many loved nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

 

Terry was devoted to his children.  He was always involved in their sports and loved camping, skiing, hiking and golfing with them.  Terry himself was avid in sports all his life. 

 

Terry was a natural mechanic, starting with his cherished dune buggy and ending his career as a heavy duty mechanic in Fort McMurray.  He touched the hearts of everyone he met and struck up many close friendships. 

 

We would like to thank all the nurses and staff at the Hospice House for all their support and kindness. 

 

A Celebration of Life will be held in the Spring of 2015. 

 

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Central Okanagan Hospice House and the Canadian Cancer Association would be appreciated.  If you wish to send a condolence, post photos or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Share Your Condolences.”

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  • Brian, Lisa and Josh Wyatt says:
    October 28, 2014 at 6:38 am

    Kurtis and Keanan,
    We were so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. We spent many hours at Edith Gay and other ball parks with him, watching you guys and Josh play baseball. He was so proud of your abilities as ball players. He was a very kind man, and we really enjoyed getting to know him. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.

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  • Gordon Hoffman says:
    October 28, 2014 at 7:16 am

    My sincere condolences to the Millar family at this difficult time. My heart goes out to you! Gord Hoffman

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  • Nancy Bey says:
    October 29, 2014 at 11:18 pm

    Thinking of you all at this sad time and remembering Terry’s kind and gentle spirit.
    Love Nancy Bey

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  • Don Clipperton says:
    October 31, 2014 at 9:48 am

    To the Millar family,
    I only had the privilege of meeting Terry a few times over the past few years yet his character of kindness, respect and enjoyable sense of humour has forever impressed me. He remains a mentor to all for his integrity. The lives of those lucky enough to have known him have benefited greatly.
    My most sincere condolences are extended the the entire Millar family.
    Don Clipperton

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  • Chris and Richard Oldfield says:
    October 31, 2014 at 6:12 pm

    Thinking of all the family at this sad time. Our thoughts are with you all.

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  • Craig Andrews says:
    November 1, 2014 at 6:51 am

    Sorry to hear about Terry’s passing. I worked with Terry at the Kearl Lake Oilsands Project.Always enjoyed his frequent trips to the warehouse, our thoughts and prayers are with his family

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    • Penny Taylor says:
      November 13, 2014 at 12:31 pm

      Thank you everyone for your condolences. They are very much appreciated.
      We are hoping to have Terry’s Celebration of Life in May, 2015 in Kelowna

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  • connie quickstad says:
    November 2, 2014 at 3:02 pm

    To Mary and Merv and family. So sorry to hear about Terry. I’ll be thinking of you all and I know its hard to loose a son\sibling . all the best to you all.

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  • Sue & Dwayne Van Vliet says:
    November 2, 2014 at 4:55 pm

    We are very sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. Our sincere condolences to all of the family.

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  • Paul & Cindy Steinmann says:
    November 3, 2014 at 12:38 pm

    We are very sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. Paul worked with Terry when he was at Finning. He will be missed. Our sincere condolences to all of the family.

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  • rob aquiline says:
    November 3, 2014 at 5:31 pm

    So very sad to hear that terry had passed, terry was a kind and special person and I felt privileged to have been one of his fastball team mates and have many fond memories of our time together. Your time together may have been cut short but his love will always be with you.

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  • Darlene McKay and family says:
    November 28, 2014 at 11:20 pm

    Darlene. So very sad to hear about Terry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

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  • Katie McKay says:
    November 30, 2014 at 10:05 am

    Darlene, Kylie, Keanan and Kurtis
    I was very sadden to hear of Terry’s passing. My condolences go out to you all during this time. Thinking of you all during this time.
    Katie

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  • linda & gord mcgougan says:
    December 2, 2014 at 11:23 am

    we are so sorry to hear of terry’s passing, i met terry while i was working at finning, he always had that smile on his face and always willing to help anyone, he was a real team player, he always spoke of his family and what they were all doing in sports etc, he was a real nice guy and a true gentleman , the world has lost a great individual with his passing

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