A tribute

to a dear friend and brother

Terry Detweiler

8/2/54 - 9/26/24

A man who spent his life loving, serving, helping, leading, fixing, building… honoring God with his life.

Terry was a loving husband, father and son. He was instrumental in establishing Mission318 and served on our board. There are no words to describe the impact he had on our ministry, as well as on his family, church and community. His unexpected death was heartbreaking to all who knew him, and we want to honor his memory here.

“mentor”

“father figure”

“leader”

“example of a Godly husband”

“doer”

“giver”

“the man I wanted to be”

Terry led over 400 people on at least 30 mission trips to Mexico, Haiti & Nicaragua. He had a passion for people, especially those who needed help. With a strong determination and a solid faith, he made a difference in the lives of countless people.

a Heart for mission

Photo: Terry taking a rare break in 100 degree weather while working on the home of a staff member during his last trip to Nicaragua (March 2024).

“Don’t worry. God will take care of it.”

— Terry detweiler

“In Nicaragua, he had a heavy burden for a family in the village we were in. He took time and stopped to pray with tears running down his face…and pulled us in too.”

“Everyone is always searching for someone to lead—Terry was that guy.”

“What a wonderful man with a heart of gold.”

“Some of our favorite memories are mission trips with Terry”

“I always liked working with Terry because he always knew how to get it done!”

“I learned so much from him and will greatly miss him.”