Terry Nathaniel Randolph passed away at his home in Helena with his loving family by his side on August 28, 2012 at the age of 61. He was born to the late Russell E. and Clyta J. (Brown) Randolph on March 24, 1951 in Phoenix, Arizona.
Terry was a Vietnam Veteran with the United States Marine Corp. He met the love of his life, Toni Leigh Chriscaden and they married on November 1, 1987 in Everson, Washington. Prior to his illness, Terry owned a concrete construction company in Helena. Terry was a journeyman concrete finisher who completed projects throughout the country and he also worked as a commercial fisherman in Alaska and Washington.
Terry was a true cowboy who sat a fine saddle. He often said he was born 100 years too late. His heart was always in the saddle in the wild enjoying his horses and the great outdoors. He enjoyed riding cutting horses especially having competed in competitions.
Terry was preceded in death by his parents and one nephew. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Toni Randolph of Helena; his children, Jesse Ray Randolph and Terry Nathaniel Randolph II both of Helena; and two sons from a previous marriage, Nathan Edward Randolph of Oregon and Logan Matthew Randolph of Arizona; brothers, Sherman D. (Jeanne) Randolph of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, Steven E. (Kris) Randolph of Cody, Wyoming and his sister, Connie L. Mowatt of Cody, Wyoming. Terry is also survived by several nieces and nephews who loved him and who he loved dearly.
A private family viewing was held prior to his cremation. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made in Terry’s name to the Wounded Warrior Project: www.woundedwarriorproject.org or to the Disabled American Veterans Association, Memorial Program, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. To offer a condolence or share a memory of Terry, please visit: www.retzfuneralhome.com
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Leah Bernhardt says
Terry & Family, my heart aches for everything that you have gone through. The only comforting thing I feel I can say is, hopefully he can be at peace with no pain now. I also feel as though you all may have a very strong, very loving guardian angel watching over you now. He will also be there in your hearts and in your memories. I hope you all can find peace. With Much Love.