Terry M. Melland, 67 of Minong passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth, MN.
Terry was born to Emil and Iris (Zimmerman) Melland on August 15, 1951 in Eau Claire. Terry was united in marriage to Julie Schmidt on September 18, 1971. He enjoyed his career as a Plumbing and Heating salesman. Terry liked meeting new people and the challenge of getting a new customer. Terry made many new friends on the road, one of whom became a lifelong friend who he referred to as his ‘good buddy Jay.’ After retirement, he moved to “The House in the Woods” in Minong in 2007. He vacationed in the area as a child and was at home up north. Terry enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing, four wheeling, hunting, and having friends and family up to visit. Terry’s most special times were the summer vacation time with the grandchildren and the Green Bay Packers! We will miss all Terry’s special stories and productions.
“You left me beautiful memories your love is still my guide, and though we cannot see you, you’re always at my side.”
Terry is survived by his wife of 47 years Julie Melland; son Shawn (Kathleen) Melland; daughter Wendy (Kevin) Wolfe; grandchildren: Laura, Roger, and Teddy Melland, MaKenna Dawson, Ashlea, Kayla, and Jacob Wolfe; great-granddaughters: Anabelle and Amberlynn Lloyd; sisters Vicki (Dean) Baures and Sherry (Larry) LaGesse; and lifelong friend John Swenson. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Terry was preceded in death by his parents Emil and Iris Melland.
A memorial service will be held at Smith Funeral Chapel on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 1:00 pm with Pastor Jeff Vesta officiating. Visitation will be held from 11:00 am until time of service. Burial will take place at a later date at Rest Haven Cemetery. Family and friends may leave online condolences at www.smithfuneralec.com.
