It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many.
Terry was cherished by his wife of 51 years, Heather, and by his children, Brian (Nicole) Rogers, and Tammy (Jeremy) Kerr as well as his grandchildren Danielle (Steven) Laitinen, Kathryn and Amy Rogers; Sarah and Matthew Kerr. Terry’s treasured grandchildren were his pride and joy. Terry will be sadly missed by his brothers, Charles (Joyce) Rogers of Winnipeg, Mb and Richard (Carol) Rogers of Nanton, Alta as well as his sisters in law, Sharon (Gary) Sinclair and Maureen Henderson, both of Victoria, BC.
Terry was born into a military family and was the middle son of the late Harold and Rhoda Rogers of Stewiacke, NS. As an Officer Cadet at Royal Roads Military College, he met, then after Graduation married Heather. Terry’s 35-year military career took the family on many memorable journeys with postings from NS to Florida to Ontario, and saving the best for last — Beautiful BC. His integrity and remarkable abilities were not only a lesson to his family but were also recognized by the military. Career highlights included C.O. of VP407 Sqdn and his appointment as Commander of 19 Wing, Comox. After retirement, Terry joined 3E Training, a position he enjoyed immensely on account of his colleagues. Terry also served 2 terms on the Board of Community Living Victoria in honour of Maureen and her housemates.
Travel, golf, gardening, and walking became Terry’s retirement hobbies, however, his love and devotion to his children and his grandchildren surpassed all else. Family events always became a cause for Celebration and he never turned down an opportunity to attend a grandchild’s piano or dance recital or hockey game — he was an avid fan of all they do. His sense of humour, kindness and happiness serve as reminders for all of us to truly enjoy the time we share with one another. Terry inspired us to travel and took us on so many amazing trips. He taught us to work hard to accomplish our goals. And he taught us that Family always comes first. Terry left us much too early, but our cherished memories and the love we share are with us until we meet again.
“ I love you and don’t you forget it”.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Donations in Terry’s name can be made to the BC Cancer Foundation https://bccancerfoundation.com/ or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation https://www.heartandstroke.ca/. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Heather and family and Charlie.
We were shocked to learn about Terry’s passing. Terry was a role model for many of us as cadets and as we began our career on the Argus. Please accept our belated condolences, prayers, and the many great memories shared by all of us who served withTerry. Per Ardua ad Astra.
I was an Army guy and had limited contact with Terry. However the few times I met and had interactions with him I was so very impressed by his leadership style and his humanity. I have met many great RCAF folks but Terry I think was my favourite after many decades of service and/or post-service — and I wish I had known him longer. My sincere condolences to the family for your loss.
Dear Heather and family, we just wanted to express our great sadness for your loss. Terry was a wonderful, kind, considerate and friendly man. He was a dear neighbour that we got to know over the years and whenever we walked our dog (Joey) we frequently ran into Terry working in the yard and he always stopped what he was doing so we could chat and he could give our dear Joey a treat. Terry was one of those rare people who always, always, always had time for you and asked how we were doing. A very special man. The neighbourhood will not be the same without him but it certainly has been a better neighbourhood because of him. Dear Heather, please stay well and know how much Terry meant to our family. We will truly miss him.
Much love, Glenn and Wendy
I had the privilege to work for Terry at 19 Wing Comox. He was a truly professional Officer and leader He was in a class of his own. By far the best Officer I had the pleasure to work for. He would always talk to you , not down to you. Enjoyed our chats between periods at Victoria Royals hockey games.
Our sincere condolences
Ken Bisson
Heather and Family,
Mary and I would like to pass on our belated condolences to you on the passing of Terry. Terry and I were classmates at Royal Roads and RMC. He was a stalwart classmate and went on to have a great career in the RCAF. Since graduation, our military paths and civilian paths only crossed at our college reunions, if we were both at the same ones. You and your family have lost a good and kind man.
Sincere regards,
Garth and Mary Jonah