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In Memory Of

Terrick Lucas Johnson, age 16, of Townsend

July 20, 1999 – September 12, 2015

Terrick Lucas Johnson of Townsend died from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident north of Fort Benton, Montana early Saturday morning September 12, 2015. He was 16 years of age.

Terrick was born in Helena, Montana July 20, 1999 to Clifford W. and Jennifer K. (Giuffre) Johnson. He received his elementary education in Townsend and was currently a junior in Townsend High School at the time of his death. He did not hate school but had a strong dislike for some of it. The worst part for him was getting up in the morning. His favorite classes were Advanced PE, Shop, weight lifting and lunch.

When a young man dies, his good points are remembered, the same is true for Terrick. He had a great sense of humor, loved to tease people, loved to laugh, he was very charismatic, stubborn yet kind, and had a very confident mind set. He made friends with everyone he met and made them feel special. He was happiest when he was helping others in need. He loved fast cars, loud music, and the great outdoors of Montana. He enjoyed shooting, four wheeling, fishing, hunting, football, hiking and playing his guitar.

Upon graduating from high school, Terrick had aspirations of serving his country by enlisting in the United States Army, then starting a career as a Lineman following in his father’s footsteps.

Terrick is survived by his parents, Clifford and Jennifer (Giuffre) Johnson of Townsend; sister Sadie (Michael) Guthrie of Townsend; his paternal grandparents Richard and Diane Johnson; maternal grandfather, Leonard “Jeff” Giuffre and his partner, Marge Ditch; uncle Matt (Kelly) Giuffre; Jon (Kristen) Johnson; paternal great-grandmother Alice McGaw and by many extended family, relatives and friends. He was preceeded in death by his uncle Lucas Tearle Johnson; maternal grandmother Roberta (Katie) Giuffre; and paternal great-uncle Gordon McGaw           .

Terrick was much loved and will be greatly missed. All the memories and love could be written in volumes.

Public visitation hours will be from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. at Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 212 Broadway Street in Townsend on Tuesday, September 15th. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 16th at Trailhead Christian Fellowship Church. Cremation will follow the service. Interment will be at a later date at Deep Creek Cemetery in Townsend.

 

Service Schedule

Visitation

12:00 Noon to 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday September 15, 2015

Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

212 Broadway Street

Townsend, Montana 59644

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Celebration of His Life

1:00 p.m.

Wednesday September 16, 2015

Trailhead Christian Fellowship Church

20 Trailhead Drive

Townsend, Montana 59644

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Reception

Wednesday September 16, 2015

Trailhead Christian Fellowship Church

20 Trailhead Drive

Townsend, Montana

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Service Schedule

Visitation

12:00 Noon to 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday September 15, 2015

Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

212 Broadway Street

Townsend, Montana 59644

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Celebration of His Life

1:00 p.m.

Wednesday September 16, 2015

Trailhead Christian Fellowship Church

20 Trailhead Drive

Townsend, Montana 59644

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Reception

Wednesday September 16, 2015

Trailhead Christian Fellowship Church

20 Trailhead Drive

Townsend, Montana

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  1. Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for your family.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

  2. I didn’t know you that well but it’s very sad something like this can happen in a matter of seconds. Some of my friends knew you very well and you seemed like an amazing kid. Rest in paradise my love. You will be missed by many.

  3. I will miss him so much…I wish I could go but I can’t I love you and I’ll alaways love you Terrick

  4. Jennifer, my heart breaks for you and your family. I cannot imagine the pain you guys are going through and my family is praying for yours. If there is anything you need please ask. Terrick was a great kid and leaves good memories behind.

  5. Jen – I’ve only met you a few times, but had seen Terrick quite often with Tara’s boys. My heart breaks for you. I am so sorry for what you are going through. My deepest sympathy to you, your family and friends. I pray that remembering and sharing your precious memories of Terrick will be you comfort in the days to come.

  6. My deepest sympathy to you, your family, and friends. I can’t imagine what you are going through. Our thoughts an prayers are with you.

  7. There are no words. Only thoughts and prayers for comfort for your entire family. Please know we are thinking of you and wish you peace along the path through your grief.

  9. We are so sorry for your loss. I am happy to have known Terrick for many years..and honored to watch him grow into a fine young man. He is a great loss to all of us…and will always be remembered.

  11. I cant believe your really gone.. Ive known you for so long and knowing ill never have another memory with you hurts.. RIP bud. Im glad I got to know you the way that I did..

  12. I’m am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you’re in my thoughts and close to my heart. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.

  13. We are so very sorry Cliff and Jen. Thank you for letting us be a part of Terricks life. We feel so very blessed, honored and privileged to have Terrick as our much, much loved nephew. He will forever be missed and loved and will live on forever in our hearts. Until we meet again….

  14. Prayers … Prayers … Prayers
    May God hold you all in his loving arms during the difficult days ahead.

  15. Jen,
    Words can’t express how sorry we are for your loss. We are still mourning our own loss and can relate to what you are going through. You need only ask for anything we can do to help you and your family. We have you covered in prayer. We pray you are enveloped by the Holy Spirit and that He might ease your suffering,
    Scott Swingley and family

  16. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We cannot begin to imagine your grief and pray that the Lord will bring you peace.

  18. It is difficult, in such special moments of life, find words that are not customary. I am fondly close and I’m mourn the untimely death of your child.

    Massimiliano

  19. Terrick
    It’s so hard to believe you’re gone. You were such a bright, amazing, and outgoing kid! You always lit up the room you were in and you were always so sweet. Were all going to miss you so much!

  20. Thank you for bring happiness to Mckenzi She is going to miss you. And to your family our hearts are hurting ring now. RIP

  21. Richard and Diane, my heart aches for you as you say goodbye to your beloved Grandson. Please be comforted by your loving memories of him and know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your son’s family.

  22. Dear Jen: Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers We know your hearts are broken and we wish we could help heal them. Terrick sounds like he was a great kid and had some of your strength, Jen. We are here to help you in any way we can.

  23. I worked with Vera Wilson at Chico Hot Springs and she sent this to me in California. I cannot possibly known the pain of losing such a fine young man with so much promise. But I can understand that he will be at Heavens door to greet you all when your times come and he will be whole and smiling. Trust God in his wisdom and know that my heartfelt condolences go out to all of you, family, friends and classmates.

  24. Terrick,
    You were an amazing person aall around. I can’t think of anyone that you never gave a chance, or anyone you never made smile. I’ll forever cherish every moment I spent with you, especially our talks we used to have in middle school. You are greatly missed.
    My prayers and support go out to the whole family in this time of sorrow and loss.

  25. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad and emotional time. Words cannot express the sorrow we hold in our hearts for each and everyone of you. May you find the peace you need as time goes by and through the word of our Lord Jesus Christ.

  27. My prayers and support go to my cousin Diane and Richard, Cliff, Jennifer, Aunt Alice, and your whole family.

    Romans 14:8 – For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord’s.

    Love , Kara

  28. There are no words at a time like this. Our prayers are with you Jennifer, and your family. We are all so very sorry for your loss.

  29. This just breaks my heart that this sorrow has been brought to your family. My thoughts and prayers are for all of the family. I am so sorry for your loss.

  30. Richard and Diane, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your grandson. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  31. Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, family and friends, there are no words for me to express how I admire your braveness . May a smile curl your mouths for Terrick and for each one of you. Remember the happy moments from now forward… May God bless all who loved Terrick.

  32. Life is never easy and loosing a child is a horrible thing to deal with, especially when there is no warning…hold tight to your memories…You are all in our prayers!

  33. Our hearts go out too you. He was a joy to be around. He will forever be with us every time we are in the mountains hunting and fishing.

  34. Terrick,
    Who’s going to remind me what a sad excuse of a Senior I was, letting the Freshman pick on me?
    I couldn’t wait for you and Shawn to finally be in high school so I could give you guys as much heck as you always managed to give me, but you figured out a way to turn the tables. As always.
    I don’t think I can count how many times I had to pick my books up off the floor or how many pens and pencils I went through because you “needed to borrow one.” Somehow, every day.
    Needless to say, I will never forget you or that laugh of yours, nor will I forget how you accepted me as more than just your sister’s friend and all the memories the four of us made together – especially “mudding” in the middle of the night or when we all got in trouble in the camper. Just two of my favorites that I’ll be sure to hold onto forever because they were full of nonstop laughter.
    I love you, you booger. Until we meet again, give yourself a noogie for me. ❤

  36. T-Johns!! I am so glad that you and I became as close as we were. I will always cherish the memories we made. I fooled you into thinking that I was really smart about trucks, but in all reality, I just heard all that from my brother;) maybe if I knew more, we could’ve had your blown up gray truck on the trailer in less than an hour and a half;) but instead, I just stood there and watched you and Branson try to figure things out haha “oops”.
    My heart goes out to the Johnson family. He was such a great kid who will be missed by all who knew him❤

  37. Cliff, Jennifer & family,
    Terrick was a great kid! We’re so sorry for your loss! If you need anything we’re here..! Forever loved & missed. Much love & many tears! We’ve got amazing angels! Terrick, you boyz spread your wings fly high! Til we meet again buddy!

  38. Terrick, there is so much about him, he was One of my best friends, he was like my brother, he taught me a lot in life, he helped me when I needed it. When I got the call, I lost it, I couldn’t believe it, I lost One of my best friends who could never be replaced .I’ll always have our memories in my head. I love you brother. Fly high!

  39. Jennifer,Cliff and family I am so sorry for your loss. I can only imagine the pain and sorrow you are going through right now and it is something no parents should ever have to go through. You are all in my thoughts and prayers

  40. Cliff and Jen,
    We cant even begin to express the grief of losing Terrick. His wonderful smile, his joyful attitude. We are praying for you and holding you all up to Jesus. I know we will see Terrick again in Heaven, but the wait will be hard. Your precious son, our first grandson, the wonderful person he had become, will always be in our hearts. We are so grateful for the 16 years Terrick had on earth, but he has eternity as well. . . . there will be hugs and tears of joy at that happy meeting. We love you. Terrick, we miss you so much already, Richard and Diane

  41. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you comfort, strength, and peace during this heartbreaking time.

  42. Jen and Cliff and Family,
    We are so sorry for your loss. It just isn’t fair. I pray you will find strength and comfort during this difficult time and seek God to begin to heal. Please let us know if we can do anything for you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Terrick will be greatly missed.

  43. Cliff and Jen,
    Blessed thoughts and Prayers to your family. I will remember his contagious laugh & his ole big smile. May cherished memories of Terrick lighten your heavy hearts and bring peace to your family. Love always, Cathlene & Mike

  44. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    May our loving Lord hold you close and guide you.
    Virgil, Heidi, Emily and Garrett Barbe

  45. Cliff, Jen ,Sadie, Richard & Diane, Jon & Kristen – I can’t tell you all how sorry I am to hear of this tragic news. You all have been like family to me and I share in your grief. I always enjoyed talking with Terrick at Thanksgiving dinner. To hear his hunting stories. Or seeing him enjoying playing the guitar. These memories will last forever and I’ll always have a little smile thinking of them. I wish I could do more. But know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God and your families be a source of strength during this difficult time. With all my Love – Bob

  46. Please know that we keep you close in thought and prayer. We pray the Comforter will be close around you.

  47. We are so very sorry for your loss. I was very honored to have known and taught Terrick. He was fun to have in driver’s ed. class, as well as very respectful and a nice young man. Terrick will be greatly missed and our hearts and prayers are with all of you during this tragic time.

  49. Richard & Diane, Cliff & Jen,
    I am so sorry to hear of the untimely death of your loved son.
    We’re holding him in our hearts and prayers.
    Blessings…

  52. I am beyond words to express or imagine what you are going through. My nephew is Trent…. alll I can do is pray comfort to you and your family.

  53. Praying for you all .. I don’t live there, but Trent is my nephew… … I can’t express or imagine what you are experiencing. .. just praying for comfort to all of you

  54. Cliff, Jen, and Sadie… We are so very sorry for your loss and have been praying diligently for your broken hearts! Terrick will be missed forever. Sending love and many prayers!

  55. Johnson family-We are so very sorry for the heartbreak you are facing. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

  56. Richard and Diane.. So, sad to hear of your loss. Stay strong for your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  57. I loved you so much and your parents and Sadie did so much more than any of us can imagine. I love you so much and I am so thankful I got to grow up with you and be brought up in each others homes like siblings. These past 16years of my life I’ve had you, now you get to live out eternity with everyone you love up there. Thank you for everything Terrick and I love you Aunt Jen, Uncle Cliff and Sadie.

  58. We have been praying for the family members and friends of Terrick. It is hard to loose a young person as you have. May God help you through the days that are ahead.

  59. Oh, Johnson Family, what a terrible tragedy! Please know that you are in our prayers and thoughts. Terrick will be greatly missed in this community. He was a very nice young man and I enjoyed knowing him. Please let us know if we can do anything to help you! Love, Kay, Kelly, Ellie and Louis Ingalls

  60. Our hearts ache and reach out to each of you…Terricks family and friends. You have shared so many of your wonderful memories and thoughts of Terrick…his smile, his friendliness and warmth to all, his joy and great sense of humor and love of the outdoors. How we all wish he had more time to spread his love of life to many more but it is clear that the lives he did touch in his 16 years will carry on his wonderful memories forever.
    You and we have had to sadly say goodbye but those loved ones who have gone before him are happy to welcome him to his forever home.

  61. We think that God just loans every parent their children, so when he calls them,
    and they have to leave us to go home, what an empty hole is left in our hearts.
    Please fill it with all the wonderful memories that you and Terrick have made in
    his short 16 years. Our deepest condolences go out to all of you, but you will
    all be together again.

  62. My condolences to the family of Terrick. I miss him so much that I see him in strangers. I see him in everything. He is my best friend. We went to elementary school together. We caught up a while ago and kept talking. He was a great guy and still is. I loved him like family and I wished everyday I could be there with him. We made plans, dreams, and adventures together. I’m miss him more than anything. He meant the world to me and I will never forget him. He touched my soul and made me a better person. He has a part of my soul up in heaven with him.

  63. Cliff & Jen, Richard & Diane,
    I am so very sincerely sorry for your loss. The loss of a child is the worst that can happen to you, and when it happens twice it is crushing. Unfortunately I too have lost sons and a granddaughter. Lucas is buried close to my husband and boys. It sounds like Terrick was such a delightful boy to know. We are so blessed with our children and are left with so many wonderful memories. Just keep putting one foot in front of the other & keep those memories close. Cliff & Jen, your message from Richard and Diane is so spot on. They will be there to help you I’m sure. God Bless you all.
    Marge Erickson

  64. I will always remember the extremely cute little boy would stay at my house even though he was allergic to cats. The hide and go seek games he and Sadie would play with my kids. When he would be over at my house in his teenage years he always filled it with laughter. My heart aches at this terrible loss. He will be so missed. But he made our life better being in it.

  65. Cliff, You and your family are going through something nobody should have to go through. Jan and I lost Craig, our oldest son, in 1986 to a car bicycle accident. It is life changing. It takes a long time to adjust. You won’t get over it, but you will learn to live with it. We started a compasstionate friends group in Great Falls at the time, and found a lot of support there. Tears are God’s relief valve. Don’t be afraid to shed them. I still do at times. My God hold You and your family in his hands.

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