Louis  Terrezza
Died: Jun 8, 2016
Terrezza

Louis Terrezza, age 62, of Phillipsburg, NJ died Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at Overlook Hospital of Summit, NJ.  Born December 17, 1953 in Newark, NJ, was the son of the late Salvatore and Ermalinda (Celli) Terrezza, also predeceased by 1 son, Darrell MacDowell.

Louis proudly served our country in the United States Army Overseas in Korea from 1973 to 1979. He was employed by Veterans Haven North, Glen Gardner, NJ as a Client Service Representative. In addition to his work, Lou was a civic minded individual having served as past president of the Mt. Olive Chamber of Commerce; Life member of the Budd Lake Rescue Squad & First Aid; An expert in organizing club events, Lou was instrumental in creating walk-a-thons for the March of Dimes, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Cancer Care and Multiple Sclerosis Associations. His giving nature made him larger than life as an individual.  The meaning of the word “Family” stood for everything within his existence.   

Louis is survived by his loving wife, Helen Mueller Terrezza; Two daughters: Ermalinda Ogar and her husband Christopher of Swartswood, NJ and Anastacia MacDowell of Phillipsburg, NJ; Three brothers: Joseph Terrezza of North Carolina, Salvatore Terrezzza of Dover, NH and Eugene Terrezza of Flanders, NJ, 6 grandchildren: Kylah, Kyra, Kaleb, Caylie, Kimber and Skylar. He was also survived by several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, including special cousins who were like a sister, many loved nieces, nephews and extended family members as well as many beloved friends. 

The funeral will be held at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, June 14 at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. with Father David Pekola officiating. 

Calling hours will be Monday, June 13 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM and 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm and Tuesday June 14, 2016 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Cochran Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Greater New Jersey Chapter, 1719 Route 10, Suite 229, Parsippany, NJ 07054 or

Veterans Haven North, 200 Sanatorium Rd, #101, Glen Gardner, NJ 08826

 

For those wishing to leave online condolences please visit: www.cochranfuneral.com

Condolences:

Linda Brenner zakrzewski
#9
June 20th, 2016 8:14 pm
Helen and family. Louie was always wonderful to be with. I know life without him will be difficult, walk on. My sincere sympathy in losing Louie so early. May God strengthen you with each passing day and allow you to remember all the happy times spent with him.
David Thompson
#8
June 12th, 2016 1:48 pm
I had the pleasure of working with Lou in the short amount of time that I knew him. Even so, Just wanted to acknowledge that he was a terrific guy that gave me great advice for life. My condolences goes out to his wife whom he spoke of many times. May he rest in paradise...
Cary Tenenbaum
#7
June 12th, 2016 9:10 am
My deepest condolences to the family. May his memory be a blessing.
Mariam Safi
#6
June 11th, 2016 3:58 pm
Louie we will miss you , May god bless your soul. you will never will be forgotten.
Jackie Finch
#5
June 11th, 2016 3:57 pm
I'm sorry for your loss! Lou was a coworker of mine at Vets Haven. He was a great guy, always willing to help, no matter what! I appreciated that. He was passionate about his family and enjoyed life! I will always remember him! God bless all of his family and friends! Rest easy Lou!!
Debra Callahan Sierens
#4
June 10th, 2016 8:36 pm
I'm sorry for your loss.... Louie was a great man who loved family and friends more than anything... you are all in our prayers....
Deborah and Jeffrey Tubello
#3
June 9th, 2016 3:19 pm
You were bigger then life and will truly be missed. God bless you Louie
Beth Buz
#2
June 9th, 2016 1:57 pm
"Life Is Not Measured By the Number of Breaths We Take, But By the Moments That Take Our Breath Away" and Lou lived his life that way. We will miss him immensely. Helen, Ermalinda, Stacia, Sal, Eugene, Joe and families, may your happy memories bring you comfort at this sad time. Beth
Steve Bouchard
#1
June 9th, 2016 1:54 pm
Sal, Please accept my deepest sympathies and prayers to you and your entire family. You frequently spoke of your brother Lou, with a smile and a laugh or a story. I hope you can find comfort in the blessings that you were able to have him as your brother and dear friend. My Deepest Sympathy, Steve
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