Terry Dell Renshaw

Terry Renshaw, 85, of Corvallis, Oregon, passed away on June 24th after a long battle with Alzheimer's dementia. He was the son of Charles Renshaw and Lola Baumgartner Renshaw of Corvallis, Oregon. Terry worked at Wilson Motors for a time and then spent many years at Cascade Vending in Corvallis. He particularly enjoyed his years at Cascade Vending, where he had the opportunity to meet new people and share his many stories. Terry found joy and peace working in his garden, surrounded by the beauty of his flowers, fountains, and lights. He enjoyed photographing his plants and often took his camera everywhere to capture pictures. A passionate supporter of the Oregon State Beavers, Terry especially enjoyed following football. He and his friends attended many practice sessions and held season tickets for years. As time went on, he also enjoyed men's and women's basketball. Terry loved the Oregon coast and planned to retire there, but his plans changed when his wife, Bessie Culy Renshaw, died in November 2001 of Myotonic Dystrophy. He had a deep affection for the Oregon coast and its lighthouses, which led to his collection of lighthouses from all over the US. Terry had a passion for classic cars, attended numerous car shows, and enjoyed working on his own vehicles. After meeting Marna Holcomb in May 2003, Terry became a member of Grace Lutheran Church, where he nurtured his spiritual life and formed many friendships. Terry is survived by his wife Marna, his son Ron and wife Lauri from Monroe, and his grandchildren Tarah Renshaw, Ben Renshaw and wife Kylie, and great-grandson Luka. He is also survived by his stepchildren Heather Holcomb and Brian Holcomb from Portland, and Sara Wilson from Lexington, Kentucky, as well as three step-grandchildren: Bria, Reese, and Gabriel. Terry was predeceased by his wife Bessie Renshaw and daughter Vicki Burk. A service to celebrate Terry’s life will be held on Wednesday, July 24, at 1 PM at McHenry’s Funeral Home, located at 206 NW 5th St, Corvallis, Oregon. A reception will follow at the same location. For more information, please contact McHenry’s Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations to Grace Lutheran Church Courtyard Fund or Hospitality Fund would be appreciated. Please share your thoughts and memories for the family at www.McHenryFuneralHome.com.

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Terry Dell Renshaw

April 19, 1939 - June 24, 2024