Terrence L. Ren, 63, of Columbia Falls

Terrence (Terry) Ren, 63, passed away at his home in Helena on Oct. 12, 2013.

He had been in ill health for several years. Terry attended school in Columbia Falls and graduated from Columbia Falls High School in 1968. Terry joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served honorably in Vietnam.

Terry suffered a service-related disability while serving in Vietnam. Terry worked in several different jobs after his military service for many years in construction, mining, timber and the fiber-optic field, mainly as a heavy-equipment operator.

Terry was married to Renae (Lucas) and they had two children, JayDee, and daughter, Justina.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia; his father, Emory; son, JayDee; and brothers, Willard, Robert, John and Michael.

He is survived by daughter, Justina Madsen; brother,  Douglas (Virginia) Ren of Columbia Falls; and sister, Roberta Taylor of Libby, many nieces and nephews and two grandsons.

Terry left this world with many wonderful, loving friends and one very special friend, Peggy Rost, of Helena.

Cremation has taken place and, at a later date, a graveside military service will be conducted in Columbia Falls.

Memorials can be made to the VFW or Montana Heart Association.