A Life Remembered
Terry Lavictoire left this world peacefully at Kirkland and District Hospital June 18, 2026. Born the third of five children to Beatrice and Remi Lavictoire, Terry grew up surrounded by family, adventure, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors.
He shared his life with many who loved him, including his siblings:
• Sue Lavictoire
• Rena Lavictoire
• Remi Lavictoire
• Pauline Miness (née Lavictoire)
And his nephews:
• Chris Miness
• Darren Chapman
Terry was predeceased by his parents and his loyal dog Sam (Samantha), who remained a cherished companion and memory.
A Special Thanks to: Soul Family 
Chantal, Hope, Theresa and Jeanne, Don Daoust, Liana Thurston (Linda), Meredith and Gilles Dumas, Ivan Labonté.
Along with the many other family members and dear friends not mentioned but still as much a part of his heart and life.
Special thanks to: Dr. Kurki and the staff at the Kirkland and District hospital for the great care you gave our brother.
We very much appreciate it. God Bless you all.
As a mechanic and workshop wizard, Terry's greatest passion was refitting vehicles with wood burning 'Gasifiers' to power trucks, tractors and any other gasoline based vehicles.
Terry was a regular attraction at the the Earlton Steam Show, demonstrating his own wood gas powered vehicle and sharing his vast knowledge with other aspiring wood gas enthusiasts.
He loved to go to the steam show and share his latest inventions.
He also went to Trucker Rally’s.
He had a love of nature, paragliding, fishing, strolls around the pond and watching beautiful sunsets.
“We all Love You Buckey , thank you for sharing your journey with us “
Celebration time and place will be determined.
Sympathy Messages
So sorry to hear of Terry's passing. He was a regular customer at C.J.'s restaurant where I used to work. He always had a smile, even though you could see he had health issues. Always a pleasure to talk to. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
- Valerie Lang, on
June 25, 2026
Unfortunately I never met Terry in the flesh even though we had been in contact for 20 or more years but we had many long talks on face time and voice..
The subjects of course included his favorite subject of woodgas and as you all know a wide variety of many other subjects.
I will definitely miss and remember hi and speak of him often.
My cellphone number is 780 212 0622
I live in northeastern Alberta.
- Tom Lambert , on
June 25, 2026
I am so sorry to read this i feel sorry my thoughts and prayers with you all at this time
- Margaret Tickner, on
June 25, 2026
Sleep well my friend, you will be missed
- Tom Westcott , on
June 26, 2026
Terry was a genius. One of the top gasification experts in Canada. Also a master welder, there wasn't anything that he couldn't make. He was always so interesting to talk to and a really nice guy. It was a privilege to know him. Rest in peace Terry.
- Peter Kalm , on
June 26, 2026
To all his Family, I would like to offer my deepest sympathies. May he rest in peace.
- Colleen Fagan, on
June 26, 2026
Condolences to the Family in your loss of Terry. I first met Terry through our tenant we had upstairs at Gordon Stationery many years ago Robin Goodchild, they were good buddies. .We did see each other occasionally and always had a good talk....So sorry for the family's loss.
May my support warm your heart
- Judy (Cale) Gervais, on
June 27, 2026
To your entire family, we wish to offer our heartfelt sympathy on your loss of a brother and uncle. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Terry’s legacy is one of calm, tremendous intelligence and caring….and this will live on in our memories.
May my support warm your heart
- Uncle Guy and Aunt Charlotte Lavictoire, on
June 27, 2026
Yes, he was a mild-mannered help one out whenever asked. Talented at many things, with a skill at finding the origin of a water leak, when nobody else. Doesn't seem like much but very important when said leak is on your bed in the middle of the night and suddenly goes away! And he also knew a lot about many things, especially how to be a good human being. Condolences to all.
- Roy Fitzgerald, on
June 30, 2026
He was always one of the main attractions at our yearly Steam Show. He was a very interesting person and will be missed by all. Our deepest sympathy to the family and close friends.
- Earlton Steam & Antique Show, on
July 1, 2026
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