Search by Name

Search by Name

Terry Withrow Obituary

WITHROW, Terry ENC Terry Lee Withrow, USN (SW) Ret., 61, of Goose Creek, husband of Kathleen Lou Kottas Withrow, died Saturday morning, January 3, 2009, in a local hospital. He was born July 22, 1947 in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of the late Orville Withrow and Helen DeWald Withrow McFadden. When he stopped to help a stranded motorist, he met Kathleen and they later married. She supported his naval career and together they raised two children. He retired from the US Navy as chief engineman after 22 years of service. Following his retirement, he worked in the Physical Plant at the Medical University of South Carolina. He enjoyed automobile racing and worked in the pit crew for a friend who drove in drag racing. He is survived by his mother of Hutchinson, KS; his wife of Goose Creek; a son, Chad Withrow and wife, Patricia, of Goose Creek; a daughter, Julie Bowers and husband, Mitchell, of Goose Creek; grandchildren, Kaylynn Withrow and Hannah Bowers; a brother, Michael McFadden and wife, Jan, of Wichita, KS; and a sister, Susan Shulz and husband, David, of Ohio. He was predeceased by his father who raised him, Lewis McFadden, and a granddaughter, Shelby Lynn Withrow. A memorial service with full military honors will be held Wednesday, January 7, 2009, at 1 PM in J. HENRY STUHR, INC., NORTHWOODS CHAPEL, 2180 Greenridge Road, North Charleston. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5900 Core Road, Ste. 504, North Charleston, SC 29406. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Jan. 5, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Terry Withrow

Not sure what to say?





Virginia L Hoskins

October 11, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Laura Richard

January 8, 2009

Aunt Kathy, Chad, Julie and families, I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Terry. I have been thinking of all of you often. I'm sending you lots of hugs and love from here in Australia. Please know that you are in my thoughts and I will miss Uncle Terry very very much.

Brenda Lowman

January 7, 2009

Kathy&Family,Just to let you know you are all in our Thoughts and Prayers. If there is anything that we can do for any of you,please don't hesitate to call.Your Friends & neighbors. Jim & Brenda Lowman

Sylvia Jenkins

January 6, 2009

Kathy And Family,
My prayers go out to you in your time of bereavement. God will be with you always. Call on him and he will comfort you always.

Drea & Allan

January 6, 2009

We are very sorry for your loss. Terry was a very special person and will be sadly missed. We are here for you now and always. Keep his memory with you and know that he will be watching over all of you and smiling at how proud he is of his wonderful family.

Uncle Wendell & Aunt Kaye Garris

January 6, 2009

Chad, Trish and Kaylynn - There are no words to express how sorry we are to hear of Terry's passing. He will always be cherished and missed but never forgotten as you have wonderful memories of times together. You will think of them often and they will bring a smile to your face. Terry is now your guardian angel and will be watching over all of you - make him proud. We love you all!

Carolyn Werkheiser

January 5, 2009

Kathy,Julie,Chad and Family, We were saddened to hear about Terry. I had many funny conversations with him at the commissary. He was a sweet man, loving husband, and a great dad! I will surely him! Rest assured that he is whole again and with Jesus in Heaven! With Christian Love, Carolyn,Ken & Family

Ricky and Rose Neff

January 5, 2009

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Rita Hoover

January 5, 2009

My parents and I were very sadden to hear about your husbands passing. We drove by in the golf cart and he always waved and a smile on his face. We will really miss seeing him. Our thougths and prayers are with you and your family. Stop us if you need anything.

Stephen and Lisa McMillan

January 5, 2009

Chad and Trish,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family for the loss of your dad. May the memories of him keep him close to you always.

Tracy Kar (Tobias)

January 5, 2009

To the Withrow Family,

Our family's thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Even though I did not know Terry, I will miss seeing him sitting on the front porch of your house as I did most days when I would drive through the neighborhood.

Pam Huckabee

January 5, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Showing 1 - 12 of 12 results

Make a Donation
in Terry Withrow's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for Terry Withrow

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Terry's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Terry Withrow's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more