SKOWHEGAN – Louise A. (Parry) Terstegen, 63, passed away March 19, 2021, at her home in Skowhegan. She was born Jan. 13, 1958 in Utica, New York, the daughter of Evan and Marjorie (Swancott) Parry.

She is survived by her husband, John Terstegen of Skowhegan; son, Thomas Nichols and wife Amanda of Mercer; stepson, Tyler Terstegen and wife Beth of Skowhegan; grandchildren, Evan and Emilee Nichols of Mercer, Cash Terstegen of Skowhegan. She is also survived by her mother Marjorie, Brothers Robert and Donald, sister Linda all of New York, brothers and sisters in law Pam, Derek Bryan, Linda Terstegen, several nieces and nephews, a dear friend Louise (Boo) Turner of New York. She is predeceased by her father and husband’s parents, brothers and sisters in law Paul Terstegen and Sandra Terstegen.

Louise spent the majority of her career working for the VA hospital system at Togus and Canandaigua. She enjoyed knitting and reading. She took great pride in making everyone in the family something that was cross-stitched.

A graveside service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan ME 04976.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you take time to be with your loved ones.


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