Terry Lee DesCombaz

Terry Lee DesCombaz Born August 10, 1947 - died March 22, 2013 Terry, 65, died at Senior Haven Adult Family Home - Pitcher Canyon-Wenatchee Terry was born in Worthington, Minnesota where he graduated from Worthington High School and attended Worthington Jr. College before enlisting into the Navy in 1966 and spent 13 months in Vietnam with an honorable discharge in 1970.After moving from Minnesota and completing his 4 years in the Navy, Terry resided in several places; California, Idaho, Montana and Seattle before settling in East Wenatchee where his parents (East Wenatchee) and sister were living (Cashmere). Terry was a kind, caring and fun loving individual before going to Vietnam. He struggled with PTSD for many years up until he went to meet his friend, Jesus. Terry loved music, sports and the outdoors. He played the guitar in a couple of bands when in Minnesota and also for family and self-enjoyment throughout his life.His love for sports was endless and he tried about everything he could physically perform. As a child he would ice skate, snowmobile, waterski and he also became a swim instructor and lifeguard at the YMCA. Ridge to River was one of his favorite events but he was always game for anything especially if it involved being outdoors. When he finally settled into his home in East Wenatchee he took in all the opportunities the valley offered like snow skiing, fishing, water skiing, biking, roller blading, and the list goes on. He also purchased a Gold Wing and took many trips along with being a part of Wings and Wheels. By trade he was a professional painter and worked for 18 years at the Chelan County PUD until being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease at an early age of 61. His mother and sister cared for him in his home as long as they could safely before being admitted as a resident to Senior Haven where the special love and care continued. A special thank you to the owner of Senior Haven, Mark Lounsberry and his staff. He is survived by his loving mother, Lillian DesCombaz and sister, Susan Day; his niece Marissa Rick, of Seattle, his daughter Melissa and his stepson Travis. Terry was preceded in death by his father, Alvin DesCombaz who also died of Alzheimer complications. A Memorial for Terry will be held at the Upper Shelter at Rocky Reach Dam from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, April 7, 2013. In Lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Alzheimer's Research. Arrangements are by Telford's Chapel of the Valley, East Wenatchee, WA.

Terry Lee DesCombaz

August 10, 1947 - March 22, 2013