Dear Terpstra Family, I am very sorry to hear about Ray's passing. We were friends at Washington High School and I always enjoyed catching up with him at our class reunions. Ray was a great guy and I have very fond memories of him. Please accept my condolences for your loss. Sincerely, Tom Hidder

Tom Hidder
December 17, 2024

My office had the good fortune to work alongside Ray on several legal matters. We greatly enjoyed working with him, and he will be missed. We offer our condolences for your loss. Matt Preston

Matt Preston
December 17, 2024

Matt nd Family, I am sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Please know that you have my deepest sympathy. Stan Pidima

Stan Pidima
December 17, 2024

I was shocked and saddened to read of Ray’s death. My husband, Tom, officer with Harry many years ago. My condolences to all of you.

Wilkinson Alice
December 18, 2024

Elizabeth and Matt, There are no words to heal the unexpected loss of your Dad. I had the luck of speaking with Ray last week after he made a generous gift to Kids First Law Center. He was so proud to tell me all about his grandson. Ray understood the profound importance of advocating for children—not just his own, but their friends and children he never met. Kids First is honored to be part of Ray’s legacy of compassion, generosity, and unwavering support for children. With deepest gratitude and sympathy, Sarah

Sarah van Deest
December 18, 2024

Dear Terpstra Family, I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. It was a pleasure meeting Ray and all of you at the D.C. wedding last summer, and I still remember him saying, "Now we are family." Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. While we are unable to attend, our hearts are with you. With sympathy, The Jang Family

Jang Family
December 18, 2024

Matt and Elisabeth, I’m your mom’s first cousin and I wanted to send out my deepest condolences for the loss of your Dad. I have no words for your loss. The only thing I can think of that makes any sense is that he is now with your Mom his true love. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My deepest sympathies for you in this time of loss.

Donna Knudson Jones
December 18, 2024

Dear Terpstra family and friend, we are saddened by the loss of our beloved cousin and friend and pray for consolation and hope for you. May perpetual light fall on him and his spouse.

Carl Rossini Jr
December 18, 2024

Dear Terpstra family and friend, we are saddened by the loss of our beloved cousin and friend and pray for consolation and hope for you. May perpetual light fall on him and his spouse.

Carl Rossini Jr
December 18, 2024

Dear Terpstra family, I was saddened to learn that Ray had passed away. I only met him a few years ago at Thanksgiving but we were able to spend some quality time chatting which I thoroughly enjoyed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Doris LeCompte
December 18, 2024

Dear Matt, Judy and I were greatly saddened to hear of Your fathers passing. He was a treasure to all of us here in Beaver Hollow and we believe that he will be missed by all who knew him. Good luck and stay in touch. Richard and Judy Morningstar

Richard and Judy Morningstar
December 19, 2024

Ray was so often “bigger than life.” He loved Tammy, Matt and Elizabeth so deeply. He will live on in spirit through Matt and Elizabeth….and now Carson. We we lucky to have Ray in our lives

Brad
December 20, 2024

Matt, Selma and the rest of the the Terpstra family. Julee and I are so sorry for your loss. You are all of your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Marty and Julee

Marty & Julee Borgerding
December 22, 2024

Matt and Elizabeth, I was stunned and saddened to learn of your father’s passing. I enjoyed working with him over the past 25 years. My condolences.

Tom Spread
December 22, 2024

My Father worked with both Ray and his for over 35 years both gentlemen were the very top in their profession, my father Hal Arntzen always spoke highly of both of them and they had both represented Dad when he needed consul. My condolences to Ray’s family during this holiday season

Jamie Arntzen
December 29, 2024

Dear Matt & family: I'm so very sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies and condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Matt-- I remember you used to play golf in high school. I went to Washington High School and I played both golf and tennis all 4 years. Did you also go to Washington? Take care my friend.

Cyrus Payvandi
December 29, 2024

Matt and Elizabeth, I am so shocked and sad to learn of your dad's death. Your dad was in a group that all "hung out" together back in law school and I was part of that group. I remember vividly when he met your mom he was so smitten it was fun to watch such a big guy be swept off his feet by such a tiny doll. They were both fun to be around and loved each other deeply. Your dad did so much community service and service to the law school. He always had time for old friends. He was such a superstar genius in law school and a great, great lawyer. The day I heard of his death I looked outside and there was a huge ray of sunshine shining through the window practically blinding me. I said, that is Ray. He will be missed by all of us who were with your mom and dad "back in the day." Sending much, much love to you!

Kim Stamatelos
January 5, 2025