- Date Of Birth: January 7, 1942
- Date Of Death: April 14, 2023
- State: Michigan
Was born on January 7, 1942; he died peacefully on April 14, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota but crossed the River into St. Paul to marry the love of his life, Cleo Patricia Hagan Layer, where together they raised four daughters. Bridget (Jim) Sampair, Erin Layer (Jim) Murray, Tara (Tom) Motzel, Courtney Layer (Chris Roy). He was the proud “Bumpa” to ten grandchildren and one great grandchild. Basil (Anissa), Lucas and Cecelia Sampair, Ryan, Nicholas (Maddison), Vincent and Joseph Motzel. Lauren, Benjamin and Maeve Brusky. Great granddaughter Lennon Sampair.
Terry is also survived by brothers Jim (Judy), Dennis (Mary), Kevin, Brian (Joan), Paul and John (John), sisters Debby Layer, Susie (Dick) Milnar, Katy (Greg) Preusse, Marcy Stockinger, Eileen DeMaria and many nieces and nephews. Also survived by Rowdy, his faithful companion.
Terry was preceded in death by his father Mort Layer and mother Margaret Layer. Tim Stockinger and Pat and Mollee Layer.
Terry spent most of his career at Honeywell in the Underseas Systems Division and completed his career as a Peer Recovery Mentor at Park Ave Center.
Terry’s family would like to thank Minnesota Hospice for their support during this difficult time.
