Obituary of Gerald Terrio

Gerald “Popeye” Terrio of Howland went to be with the Lord on March 11, 2011 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 10, 1934, son of Joseph Leo and Olive (Ezrow) Terrio. He retired as a mill worker but held many other jobs in his life including carpenter, truck driver and woods worker. He enjoyed spending time with his family as well as fishing, hunting and scratching his lottery tickets. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 51 years, Kathleen (Davis) Terrio, three daughters and one son, Cindy & Tim Brown of Medford, Karen & Brian Dawson of Howland, Jerri Terrio of Florida and Joseph Terrio of Passadumkeag; four granddaughters, Brandie Smith, Tiffany LeBrun, Brooke and Kirstie Dawson and three great grandchildren, Anaraivyn, Tierairis and Khelen. He is also survived by four sisters, Marilyn Terrio, Eva Bickford, Doris Robinson and Charlotte Georgio, along with many nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by his parents, one infant daughter, Susan Olive as well as four brothers and five sisters. At Gerald’s request there will be no funeral services. Graveside services will be held in the spring. On-line condolences may be placed at www.directcremationofmaine.com.