I am heartbroken to announce the passing of our father, Terrance (Terry) James Makinson, on February 22nd, 2025 in Nanaimo, B.C.at the age of 76.
Dad was born and raised in the Austin, Manitoba area, a treasured only child. After graduating from high school in Austin, he pursued a degree from Bemidji State University in Minnesota.
His ever-changing mind found no use for a teaching degree thus he began a long career with CN rail, before dabbling in customizing speakers, vacuum sales, and manufacturing, finally retiring in Nanaimo with his family.
Dad's real passions were wood-working, music, and starting new collections. He was happiest when tinkering in his shop, teaching his family "how-tos", and getting into bidding wars on Ebay. He marched to the beat of his own drum and didn't care who knew it.
Forever following that drumbeat are his children: Tarra, Jessie, Kirbie, and Peter, son-in-law Vince, and grandchildren Ashton, Bryce, Naleisa, Jaiyana, Elodie, Malaika, Silas, and Lorelei.
Waiting for him are his parents, James and Dorothy (Lewis) Makinson, who no doubt welcomed him with open arms.
"Our first day, our last,
All the days between,
So much time, so much,
And yet, not enough, no
Not enough"
Edward Lee
Let's blow this pop stand!
Cremation has taken place.
Donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice
Vancouver Island Cremations in care of arrangements.