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Terry Wingate Obituary
Terry Lee "Bolt" Wingate, 79, of Findlay, passed away Monday, Sept. 11, 2023, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay.
He was born May 20, 1944, in Findlay, to Wesley and Adeline (Tong) Wingate.
Following graduation from Findlay High School in 1963, Terry proudly served in U.S. Army from 1963-1966, serving two terms in the Vietnam War. He was a highly decorated, yet incredibly humble veteran and never liked to talk openly about the numerous medals that he received for his service during his time in Vietnam, including two Air Medals, a Purple Heart, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, and a National Defense Service Medal.
After serving in U.S. Army, Terry worked for Hobbs Trucking Company in Findlay, then as the maintenance supervisor at Hancor for over 20 years, and finally retired from Cooper Tire in 2008. He enjoyed spending his time fishing, being outdoors, and watching Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns. His health challenged in recent years did not stop him from participating fully in life with a positive, uplifting outlook on life.
He married Rita Ann (Emerine) in Oct., 1968, and she survives. Together, they celebrated 55 years of marriage. He is also survived by his son, Terry Wingate of Findlay; daughter, Tonya (Kent) Hawkins of Dublin; and was a proud Papa to two grandsons, Hugh Hawkins and Dane Hawkins - who were a huge highlight in his last years. He was also a papa to his beloved golden retriever "granddog," Jelly.
Terry was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, James Wingate and Richard Wingate.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, 205 West Sandusky Street, Findlay. Terry's funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Van Horn Cemetery, Vanlue, where full military rites will be conferred by Hancock County Veterans Memorial Squad.
Contributions in Terry's memory may be made to the donor's choice.
Online condolences may be shared with his family at coldrencrates.com.
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Mary Williams
September 22, 2023
I only ever knew him as Bolt when he he worked with my dad Gerald George at Hancor. So sorry for your loss
Dennis Simpson
September 17, 2023
I haven't seen cousin Terry for many years, but I remember him well. He was a good man. In case you don't know who I am, my mother Hope Simpson and cousin Adaline were pretty close. My mom was the one who sold Terry the house on South St., which I believe was in 1969. At any rate, you have me and my siblings total sympathy.
Nancy Galvin
September 14, 2023
Bolt was so much fun to work with, and you could count on him to help in anyway possible. Prayers to his family.
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