Feb. 24, 1957 – Nov. 4, 2024
Terry G. Conley, 67, of Rochester, passed away unexpectedtly after a sudden illness on the afternoon of Nov. 4, 2024, at his home.
On Feb. 24, 1957, Terry Glenn Conley was born. He was a treasured son of Wheeler and Vada Shepherd Conley. Terry was a proud member of the Rochester High School class of 1975. Later that year, Terry married Beverly Ann Angle, and together they shared the gift of three beautiful children: Cathy, Misty and Corey.
With a strong work ethic, Terry dedicated more than 30 years of his life working as a mechanic at Rochester Ford-New Holland. Earlier he worked at Wilson's in Logansport for 19 years. His hard work extended beyond the garage, as he also enjoyed custom farming for Coffing Farms, where his love for the land and commitment to his community shone through.
In his free time, Terry could often be found gathering with his friends at the Eagles, VFW and American Legion, where they’d share stories, laughs and spirited debates, seeking to “solve the world’s problems” together. He found joy in the camaraderie of these gatherings, surrounded by those he held dear.
When he wasn’t working or visiting with friends, Terry enjoyed his adventures to Four Winds Casino in South Bend and Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City, mushroom hunting in the woods, or casting a line to fish — a true lover of simple pleasures and the great outdoors. With a heart for his family, Terry annually planted a truck patch garden, diligently canning his bountiful harvest each year and helping to feed his loved ones throughout the seasons. His hands, as skilled as they were hardworking, tended to both machines and soil with care, leaving a legacy of dedication and love.
Left to cherish Terry's memory are his three children, Cathy Reagan (Brian), of Grove City, Ohio, Misty Woodcox (Chris), of Rochester, and Corey Conley (Lisa), of Milford; the mother of his children and life-long friend, Beverly Conley; 10 grandchildren, Tyler Wertz, Kayla Woodcox, Ashlyn Wertz, DJ Berger, Damen Conley, Reagan Berger, Makenzie Woodcox, Emma Berger, Avery Conley and Juliet Conley; nine great-grandchildren, Liam, Gunner, Rensley, Jenson, Jayden, Noah, Zury, Oaklynn and Shawn. Also surviving are his girlfriend, Susan Vanlake; siblings, Pricilla Nash, of Mentone, Tim Conley, of Rochester, Bart Conley (Trina), of Akron, Cheryl Felda (Dan), of Monterey, and Matt Conley, of Rochester. Together they will continue to carry forward his warmth and humor.
In honoring Terry’s life, may we each be reminded of the beauty in shared work, friendship and simple joys. Let his legacy inspire us to cultivate our own gardens — both literally and figuratively — nurturing the relationships and passions that bring meaning and connection to our days.
A celebration of the life of Terry Glenn Conley is at noon Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, at the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. A visitation will be held two hours prior, starting at 10 a.m. Pastor Teri White will officiate the services, and Conley will be laid to eternal rest at Rochester's IOOF Cemetery.
Online expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.goodfamilyfh.com.
