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Terry A. Bergman, 62

July 23, 2015

Terry A. Bergman, 62, of Reinholds, PA died unexpectedly on Thursday, July 23, 2015 in Pittsburgh, PA. Born in Ephrata, PA he was the son of the late Chester and Sara Jane (Steinmetz) Bergman. He was married to Sarah A. (Slaugh) Bergman for 34 years. In 2010, Terry retired from the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office, where he worked for 33 years. He held the position of Sheriff since 2000.
Terry was a 1971 graduate of Cocalico High School and went onto receive a B.S. degree from Penn State University in Criminal Justice.
He was a senior member of the West Cocalico Parks & Recreation Board having served for over 20 years. Terry was a Republican Committeeman for West Cocalico Twp., and former Chairman of the Cocalico Area Republican Committee. He was a former Pennsylvania State commandant of the Marine Corps League of PA, Inc., and former member of the Pennsylvania Veterans commission where he was the recipient of the Adjutant General’s prestigious “Pennsylvania Commendation Medal”. Terry was a corporal in the US Marine Corps from 1972-1975 during the Vietnam War era and was assigned to Marine Corps Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Terry was a member of the Marine Corps Assn. and a charter member of the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation. He also was a 32nd degree Mason and was a member of the Ephrata Lodge #665 F. & A.M., Lancaster Lodge of Perfection, Reading Consistory and Shriners International.
Terry loved collecting Reinholds area memorabilia as well as Marine Corps memorabilia. He also loved to travel, stopping at flea markets, auction and antique markets. He enjoyed hunting and was a member of the Cocalico Sportsmen’s Association.
Surviving besides his wife Sarah (Sally), Terry was the proud father of daughter, Jennifer B. Mann and her husband Marino of Doral, FL. He was also “Grampie” to grand dog Baxter, a lovable little Westie. He is also survived by 2 sisters Sherry Bergman (companion Jim) of Reinholds, Luanne Horst (husband Mark) of Ephrata PA, brother Todd Bergman (wife Theresa) of Reinholds, numerous nieces and nephews, mother- in- law Margaret W Slaugh age 101 of Hilton Head SC, and sisters- in- law Shirley Slaugh of Indiana and Nancy Slaugh Arizona.
Funeral Services will be at 3PM on Thursday, July 30, 2015 at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Friends may visit with the family on Thursday afternoon from 1-3PM. Following the services visitation will continue. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Terry’s memory may be made to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Office of Development, Shriner’s Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr, Tampa, FL 33607 or Lebanon VA Hospital, 1700 S. Lincoln Ave, Lebanon, PA 17042.

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September 27, 2022

I just wanted to say again you taught me everything on the job. You always told me just do my job. This made me a better person no matter what anyone thought. Now as time goes on, I will always remember you.

August 14, 2015

Sally
I am so sorry for your loss.  I will always remember Terry’s smile and laugh.  He will be missed
Mike Rostolsky

August 06, 2015

Sally and family,  Bill and I feel so blessed to have spent time with you and Terry while you were visiting Shirley in Carmel.  We will sorely miss the laughter and love of such a compassionate man.  The Kohlers

July 31, 2015

Sally, I am so sorry for your loss. Terry will be very missed and he was loved by so many. I got to know you both through my father and mother, Gary and Grace German. It was always nice to see all the members of the Marine Corp league. My prayers are with you and your family.
Melissa German 

July 30, 2015

Dear Sally and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. Sorry I did not make it through the line today in time to see you. As I was standing in the long long line of Terry’s friends, it made me realize just how many lives Terry touched as he touched mine in so many ways. I can’t express in words how much I looked up to him. From the time he talked me into going into the Marines as a teenager and throughout the rest of my adult life, I consider it truly and honor and blessing to have had his friendship. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
 Tony Faiola
 

July 30, 2015

With deepest sympathies  and many blessings with the hope that warm memories populate your thoughts. Sincerely,
  Ryan M.

July 30, 2015

Dear Sally and Family,
I was truly sorry to hear about the loss of Terry. Death is not goodby, it’s see you later.  You will all be in my prayers as your life takes a different course without the physical presence of Terry. Please hold onto the thought of being with him again in eternity when the Father calls upon us.
Love, Lori Groff
 

July 30, 2015

Sally, Luann, Todd and Sherry.  So sorry to hear about Terry.  What a great guy. Whenever I think of spending time with him, I remember lots of laughter.    I thought I would make it to the services today, but unfortunately I can’t get away from the office.  My deepest sympathies to you all.  Keeping you in my thoughts & prayers.  Tammy Artz Higgins

July 29, 2015

Sally,  Our prayers go to you and the family for the loss of Terry. I was shocked to learn of his passing. He was a true public servant and his loss will be felt for some time. With sympathy, Sheldon and Beth Bergman

July 29, 2015

Dear Sally, Jennifer and family,
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family. I was shocked to hear about your loss, and hope to see you at the service tomorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you, and I wish you a special portion of strength as you deal with your grief.
Ann Taylor Zimmerman

July 29, 2015

Dear Sally,
Thinking of you at the loss of Terry.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Pat Eichelberger

July 29, 2015

Dear Sally,
My sincere condolences on the loss of your husband, Terry.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Ann Manuel

July 29, 2015

Terry was a classmate of mine at Cocalico. Just the nicest guy you ever could meet!  After I married my husband, I found out Terry’s dad and my husband’s dad knew each other .  Prayers are sent out to your family. 
Cindy Sensenig Coons

July 28, 2015

Sarah, I was very sad to hear of Terry’s passing.  When I started working at the court house, he was one of the first people to make me feel welcome and more comfortable.  He was a great man and was very respected.  My thoughts and prayers are wth you and your famly.
Rita Good

July 28, 2015

Sarah, you may remember that you, I and Terry had dinner once or twice at the state meetings. I very much enjoyed what time I spent with him and admired his accomplishments. I was profoundly sorry to hear of his passing and offer my condolences to you and the rest of the family. Sincerely, Don Campanile, former state quartermaster

July 28, 2015

Oh, Sally, we were so sorry to hear of Terry’s death.  Another friend gone too soon.  When I think of him the first word that comes to mind is his “silliness”.  We did have a bunch of silly laughs and goings-on, didn’t we?  Just keep leaning on the Good Lord for awhile longer to help you and Jen get through this journey that we all will need to take eventually.  He left his legacy with so very many of us, may he rest in peace now.  Love, Jinx and Ronnie

July 27, 2015

A truly good human being, who always saw the good in life, which is even more remarkable given his career choice and which reflects his internal moral compass.  His departure from us is only in his physical presence, since memories are immortal. We all will hold those recollections close in our minds.
Vince Guarini, Retired Warden 

July 27, 2015

Sarah and all the Bergman Family
We were shocked when we saw the passing of Terry on the news.  He always had a smile on his face and he made you laugh with his stories.  Terry will be missed by every one who knew him.  Our condolence goes out to all of his family and friends
Smoke & Helen Shaak

July 27, 2015

Dar Sally,
Please know that our sympathy and support is with you and Jen and the family.  The loss everyone is feeling right now is unbelievable.  (uncle) Terry was well known and very much loved by so many.  If there is anything we can do for you, please call.  Sincerely, Linda and “Davey”

July 27, 2015

We were so sad to hear of Terry’s passing. He was a good man & fun to be around. Prayers to the while family at this time. Corey, Karen, Bryce, & Brent Eberly

July 27, 2015

I always enjoyed Terry’s visits to the County Elections Office.  He was truely a gentleman and friend.  Whether it was on business or just a pleasure visit, it always made my day.  I will miss him.  The County has lost a loyal Republican and leader.  God Bless and Rest in Peace Terry.  
Paul J. Kralicek, Jr. – County Elections Office (Retired)

July 26, 2015

I was shocked to hear of the death of Terry, my long-time acquaintance and friend. We go all the way back to 1975, when we were both just out of military service and working as corrections officers at Lancaster County Prison. We spent many “second shift evenings” as colleagues there, sharing many memorable experiences. We also socialized together outside of our work. For several decades after we both left prison service, Terry and I would work together again, annually–as Lancaster County Sheriff he would arrange for my Lancaster city school students to tour various county and city government sites. Every time we met over these many years, Terry would always happily take considerable time from his work to “catch-up” with me. I will surely miss his friendship, and my sincere condolences to his family. Michael Witmer, Lancaster, PA.

July 26, 2015

I will miss my friend and Mentor.  God bless his family!
 
Semper Fidelis,
Spencer Sikder
Hope Mills, NC

July 26, 2015

My dear friend Sally, you are in my thoughts and prayers.  I am so sorry for your loss of Terry.  He and you are loved by many!  Love always, Tammy Martin

July 26, 2015

Our heartfelt condolences go out to Sally and family. Terry was a wonderful man who we always enjoyed seeing and chatting with at auctions and flea markets. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Randy & Jen Young
 

July 26, 2015

Dear Friends,
    The CARC and the Lancaster County Community has suffered a great loss this July 23rd.  Terry will be greatly missed. His unwavering support, appreciated resource, massive insight and knowledge to give guidience and encouragement to me and the Cocalico Area Republican Committee will be sorely missed. Blessings and comfort to the Bergman Family .
 
Barry Weaver
Chairman Cocalico

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Thursday, July 30, 2015
1:00 PM
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Lititz, PA 17543
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