In loving memory of Damiean “Dae Dae” Terrio March 6th, 2010-June 30th, 2017
What was supposed to be an evening of fun in the sun with family and friends turned into a tragic accident that granted our precious Dae Dae his angel wings far too soon at age seven. He passed away at 9:39 pm on June 30th at St. Peter’s Hospital in Helena.
Damiean Xhavier Terrio, beloved son and brother was born in Helena, Mt to Adam and Kayla Terrio and his very excited big brother Carsyn after a very quick labor on March 6th, 2010 at 11:04 pm. He was 5 lbs, 13 ounces, and 19 inches long. From the day he was born, Damiean made his beautiful presence known yet he was a very calm, relaxed, and observant baby. From Dae Dae’s first seconds on earth down to his very last, he connected his big, beautiful blue and hazel eyes with everyone in the room and his smile could light up any amount of darkness.
From Dae Dae’s early years, he loved to watch Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Ben 10, and Handy Manny and then later on became obsessed with Pokémon. Damiean was an active WWE fan. He always came home from school on Monday and Tuesday evenings ready to watch Raw and Smackdown. His favorite superstars included John Cena, Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose, and The New Day. His favorite movies have always been Iron Giant, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, and Road to Eldorado. At the age of five, alongside of his big brother Damiean became involved with video games but not like the typical five year old. Dae Dae played games to learn and explore not just to play. Gaming defined him. Outside of video games, Damiean loved Batman, legos, Nerf guns, going to the lake and going up into the mountains to shoot archery. Damiean also loved music. He found and expressed himself through lyrics of songs and you would always find him dancing hip hop. Damiean loved every genera of music except for country with the exception of Florida Georgia Line and The Lacs. Damiean’s favorite colors were red and green. Christmas was his favorite holiday but not for the presents, for the fact that he always got to see all of his family. He played t-ball and soccer at the local YMCA. He always looked forward to our summer tradition of taking a three day trip to Seattle, Wa. He referred to Seattle as his home and was always talking about how happy he was to be there. Damiean’s favorite spot in Seattle since he was a toddler has always been the Pier. The harbor tours were his favorite because we got to ride the big boats and he got to pretend that he was a pirate as well as see the seals. He also really enjoyed the Woodland Park Zoo.
Damiean attended daycare at Creative Horizons, Started preschool at Ray Bjork Learning Center for Headstart and finished his Pre-K years with his sister at 3 R’s Early Education Center. Damiean made an impact on a lot of staff and touched the hearts of many in his early years. He spent his kindergarten and first grade years at Warren Elementary where he not only made friends but the staff of Warren turned into his second family. Damiean disliked doing his homework, however he loved attending school and spending the day with his friends and his teachers. His favorite subjects were math and music. Damiean was apart of the after school and summer SACC programs and was part of the Cub Scout family in Pack 212 where he made many more friends from Eastgate Elementary and made such a sweet and loving impact on many scout leaders and family members of scouts. On June 6th, 2017, Damiean participated in the cross over bridging ceremony where he went from a Tiger scout to a Wolf, and had finally memorized the Scout Oath. His favorite parts of cub scouts were the popcorn sales and the pinewood derby car races. Damiean wanted to go to college to be a “YouTube Player”, a drummer, or a cop. He even said many times that he would do all three.
Damiean has honorably donated his corneas and his four heart valves and heart tissue to three, possibly four other children that were in immediate need of transplant surgery in Seattle, Wa. The parts that Damiean donated were the parts of him that people fell in love with most. His beautiful eyes that smiled when he smiled, and his huge, pure, and kind heart.
In Damiean’s short seven years, his love, determination, kindness, and compassion touched countless lives and brought more happiness to the lives and hearts of everyone that he met then some people do in their entire full grown lives. Even as an angel, he is continuing to save life’s, provide hope, and making everyone who got to meet him stronger then ever before. His words will always live on: “Whenever you’re sad, just smile”
Damiean was preceded in death by maternal great grandfather Robert Kessler III; Paternal great grandparents Clarence and Ellen Charlton and Joseph Albert Sr.
Damiean leaves behind on earth three dogs (Neeko,Nomi, and Hawk) and four cats(Roxie, Magick, Binx, and Tibbers) Damiean is survived by his parents Adam Terrio of Helena, Mt, KaylaMarie Terrio(Cruise) of San Luis Obispo, CA, his older brother Carsyn, his little brother Isaac, and his little sister Gracie; His maternal grandmother Donna Cruise(Kessler) of Galveston, Tx; Paternal grandparents Gary and Kathy(Vert) Terrio of Helena, Mt and LeAn Terrio of Helena, MT. He is survived by maternal great grandparents Patricia Kessler(Gilbert) of Hallettsville, Tx, and paternal great grandparents Joseph and Faye(Charlton) Terrio of Helena, Mt. He is survived by his three aunts Kasie Terrio of Missoula, Mt, Jordan Terrio of Helena, Mt, and Kyra Terrio of Helena, Mt, along with his five cousins. Damiean is also survived by many other family members around Helena, Choteau, Mt, Hallettsville, Tx, Rockland, Me, and Beaverton, Or.
A celebration of Damiean’s life will be held at Saint John’s Lutheran Church located at 1000 Helena Ave at 2:00 pm. A reception and balloon release will immediately follow the service at Warren Elementary School located at 2690 Old York Rd, Helena, Mt.
The family is requesting that if you are planning on attending the celebration of life memorial service and/or reception, to please refrain from wearing black unless it has a Batman symbol on it. The family requests to please arrive dressed in color or super hero logos as Damiean is and always will be a hero.
Donations to help the family with expenses are suggested to the Damiean Terrio Memorial fund at US Bank or there is a Go Fund Me page labeled Damiean Terrio Memorial Fund. If flowers are to be sent to the family, the family requests to please wait until the day of service and have the flowers sent to Saint John’s Lutheran Church so that Damiean is surrounded by the beauty that he saw in everyone. Please share any beautiful memories that you have with precious Damiean or to offer a condolence to the family at www.aswfuneralhome.com
“If ever there is tomorrow when we’re not together…there is something you must remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. But the most important thing is, even if we’re apart…I’ll always be with you.”
~Winnie the Pooh~
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
2:00 p.m.
Thursday July 13, 2017
St. John's Lutheran Church
1000 Helena Ave.
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Immediately following the service
Thursday July 13, 2017
Warren Elementary School
2690 York Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
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Peggy Fine says
I don’t know you but I know that God has you now. You are in good hands. My prayers are with your family! Were you into soccer? Play all the soccer in heaven you want. Hugs to your family.
Shauna Tower says
I love you guys, I wish there was something to say or do to make it all better but there isn’t and never will be. Just know your in so many thoughts and prayers including my own. As always, if there is anything you need, just ask. Hug and kiss Carson, Gracie, and Issak for me and Hugs to you all!!! ❤❤
Kristina Hartnett says
Dami, you are loved by many little man!!! You shine your light on your mommy and daddy and your brothers and your sister! I still remember going over to see you after to your mommy had you you where so small and handsome! God had other plans for you and called you home it may be early to all over us down here but it was time when he called you home! We love you little man you spread them Beautiful Wings and soar
Patricia Harris says
I love you so much and will miss you dearly my sweet Batman angel !! I will truly miss babysitting you and laughing they way we did and vegging out on popcorn and Cheetos !! I will be bringing your new Batman hat to be with u forever . I will be trying hard to smile and laugh this day and not be crying !!
Roberta Threet says
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you during this time of sorrow and grief.
Paula and Matt Heckel says
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Hugs to you all…
Vicky Galt says
Adam and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My hugs and prayers to you all.
Karissa says
While the loss of a loved one is never easy, even when anticipated, it is most certainly the hardest when they are taken from us too soon.
I’m so sorry for this terrible loss. You and Damiean are in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest condolences on the loss of your son. May your beautiful memories sustain and bring comfort to you during this difficult season.
Please accept my deepest sympathies. My prayers are with you during this time.
May your memories of Damiean and the love of your family surround you and give you strength and peace in the days ahead.
Christine Machart says
Even though we are miles apart my heart breaks for you, Damiean was such a handsome boy, I wish I had gotten to know him his smile was infectious. Kayla I can’t even imagine the pain you are going through just know that he is with PawPaw and I’m sure they are having such a great time getting to know each other. I’m sure Damiean is telling PawPaw about playing video games and Dad is telling him hunting stories. We have two Angels now. Please know that I send all my love and prayers to you. Hold on to your memories and never quit talking to him or about him, his memory will live on.
Karen Tyler says
You are in my heart and prayers.
Leona Zaharko says
Faye, I am so terribly sorry for your great loss. Know I am always here for you if you ever need a friend or a hug. Love to all
Bill & Sherri Roberts says
Faye & Joe – Our hearts are just breaking for you and all your family members. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this terrible time. Hold on to all those precious memories & may they help you though this trying time. It is the hardest times of our lives when our little ones earn their precious wings way to early in their life…
A GRANDMOTHER says
SYMPATHY QUILT
If only warm thoughts and gentle words could be sewen together, I would gather all I could find and create a quilt of comfort that would keep you from the sarrows cold.
Darlene says
My heart just aches for you and your family. May you hold on to good memories of that beautiful child.
Pam (Terrio) Gimnich says
My sincere condolences and prayers.
Michelle Figler says
So many days I talked with my son Roman about his day at school. So many of his school adventures involved stories with Damiean. They were classmates and friends for Kindergarten and 1st grade. Damiean attended his birthday party and was such a sweet guy, but very hungry. He amazed me with how much pizza he could eat.
My prayers are with you in this time. Please know that you will all be reunited some day.
Caden Foley says
I never knew you, but I’ve met your brother Carsyn and from what he tells me you were the best. Your time on earth blessed your family and many others. One day they will meet you again.