Julian S. Terlaga

US Army Veteran

Julian S. Terlaga, 77, of Trumbull, beloved husband of Josephine Dedinsky Terlaga, died May 31, at St Vincent Medical Center. Born in Shelton on November 1, 1932, he was a son of the late Julia and John Terlaga.

Mr Terlaga was a US Army Signal Corps veteran of the Korean War.

In addition to his beloved wife of 57 years, Josephine, survivors include three children, including Jill Hodge, and her husband, Chris, of Newtown; four cherished grandchildren; two siblings; and several nieces and nephews.

He retired from Pitney Bowes Corp, and was previously employed by Capitol Records and Western Electric.

A Trumbull resident since 1959, Mr Terlaga was proud to live in the house that he had built. He was a volunteer driver for the American Cancer Society, enjoyed tracing genealogy, traveling, good food and a glass of wine, but his true passion was spending time with his family.

Funeral services took place June 3. Interment followed in Nichols Village Cemetery, Trumbull. To light a virtual candle, visit abriola.com.

The Newtown Bee        June 4, 2010