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Posted Aug 24, 2025 | 9:47 AM
Terrance (Terry) Michael Vilneff
June 23, 1976 – August 21, 2025
Liam and Rylee lost their wonderful father on Aug 21,2025, after a brief illness.
He leaves behind a family that will miss him forever; His partner in life, Denise Cassidy, his children, his mother Karen (McGuire) Vilneff and his brother Jeff Vilneff & Karen and nephews Colton and Connor.
Predeceased by his father Clarence.
Beloved son in law of Mary (Freeman) Cassidy (late Thomas Cassidy), Brother in law of; Diana & Allan Bush, Donna Lee & Chad Bateman, Denver & Rebecca Cassidy, Dean Cassidy & Julie Kimball, Dan & Jennifer Cassidy.
He will be deeply missed by his Aunts, Uncles and cousins. Many of his cousins became his closest lifelong friends. He also held a special place in his heart for each of the Cassidy family nieces and nephews.
He will also be missed by his many longtime friends and neighbours.
Life will never be the same without his wave, wit, humour and stories. We take comfort in the knowledge that many family members and friends were waiting to greet him.
Visitation will be held at St. Carthagh’s Church, Tweed on Tuesday August 26, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. Funeral Mass to follow at 11:00 a.m.
Interment to follow at St. Carthagh’s Cemetery.
Reception to follow at Stoco Hall, Stoco.
Donations if you wish, can be made to Tweed Minor Softball, Bruce Lee House League or a charity of your choice.
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Terry’s parents Clarence and Karen instilled in him to take great pride in his work, and he did, from the Tweed Arena, clearing leases in Grande Prairie for his Uncle Larry McGuire, delivering for Gaylord Hardwood Flooring and Bush Furniture. He took his jobs seriously and often got a little distressed if things were not done efficiently enough for him, but he loved it. He worked hard and played hard.
Being out with people is where he wanted to be, there was always someone to visit with at work, or he would always find someone to chat with. Terry loved a cold beer and would offer one to just about anyone he came across. He loved having his card playing family around as often as possible. This was his time to share stories, reminisce and relay his weeks triumphs and challenges.
Terry excelled in youth sports in hockey and baseball, along side his brother Jeff. He developed friendships that last to this day, especially his Friday night ball team.
Terry loved his children and was a very proud father.
We will miss the red van monitoring King road.