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Terry P. Smith
November 10th, 1953 – September 21st, 2020
Terry P. Smith "Smitty", 66, of Vermont, IL, passed away at 5:54 am on Monday, September 21, 2020 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. He was born on Tuesday, November 10, 1953 in Rushville, IL, the son of Paul and Marjorie (Haney) Smith. Terry married Suzie Adcock on April 11, 1981 in Vermont. She survives.
Also surviving are his 2 sons, Jonathan Smith and Andrew Smith, both of Vermont, 2 daughters, Shantell (and Tony) Hayes and Katryna (and G. Calvin) Greenlief Jr., both of Vermont, 6 grandchildren, Kaleb Greenlief, Quinten (and Krista) Hayes, Aussten Hayes, Allyssa Hayes, Collin Greenlief and Paizley Smith, sister, Sue (and Barry) Beck of Astoria, IL, and 2 brothers, Mark (and Lisa) Smith of Texas and Russell Smith of Florida.
He is preceded by his parents and brother, Bill Smith.
Terry worked for the City of Vermont and Vermont Water Department for 40 years.
He was a Volunteer Firefighter for the Vermont Fire Department and a member of the Sons of the American Legion. He was an avid Chicago Bears and St. Louis Cardinals fan.
Cremation rites have been accorded. No services are planned at this time. Memorials may be made to the Vermont Fire Department, Vermont Rescue Squad or the Terry Smith Memorial Fund.
Condolences
September 22nd, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs for all the Family. Bill and Sharon Ackley
September 22nd, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the family. I went to school with Terry.
September 22nd, 2020
All good memories of Terry throughout the years. Our prayers and sympathies go to his wife, children, grandchildren, sister, brothers, and families. He will be missed. May God grant you all comfort. John & Sandy Bybee
September 22nd, 2020
Sorry to hear the passing of Terry. My deepest sympathy goes out to Suzie and the rest of the family. May his memory forever live in your hearts.
Lisa Beck Downs
September 22nd, 2020
Sorry for your lost. Tery was a great friend to many prayers 🙏💗🙏
September 22nd, 2020
Thoughts and Prayers are with your Family Gaylon and Brianna Malott
September 23rd, 2020
May God be with you, Terry. My deepest sympathies to Suzie and the entire family. Janis Weaver
September 23rd, 2020
Thinking of Terry's family during this difficult time. Bob and Susie Bucher
September 23rd, 2020
Mike and I are so sorry for your loss of Terry! Our thoughts and prayers for All of His Family! ❤️ Peg and Mike Davis and Family 🙏🙏🙏🙏
September 23rd, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. He was a good man.
September 23rd, 2020
Sorry, Terry was well thought of by everyone I know. RIP. Jeff Nielsen
September 23rd, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for everyone. Alan and Georgiana Clemens
September 23rd, 2020
Terry will be missed by many. He was such a good guy. RIP Smitty. (Go Cardinals)
September 23rd, 2020
Prayers for the family during this difficult time. Rick and Luan Phillips
September 23rd, 2020
Praying for Suzie and the family. Gordon and Cindy Tingley
September 23rd, 2020
Suzie, you brought so much happiness to Terry's life. My sympathy to you and the entire family. My thoughts are with you. 🙏 Becky Lundeen
September 23rd, 2020
Our whole family is very sorry for your loss. May precious memories and God's love give you comfort and peace, now and in all the days ahead. Our sincere condolences, Cheryl & Gary Matteson.
September 23rd, 2020
Sorry for you loss. Albert and Marsha Bucher
September 23rd, 2020
Sorry for your loss Suzie. Pau; and Vick Remy
September 24th, 2020
Suzie and family- we are so sorry to hear of the loss of Terry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike and Marla Rumler & family
September 24th, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family Bill and Marcia Hollenback
September 24th, 2020
I knew Terry since childhood. He was a kind soul. Jeri Briney Vaughn
September 25th, 2020
I am very sorry to learn of Terry's passing. I enjoyed watching him play basketball in high school! You have my sympathy.