Terry A. Brocha

Terry A. Brocha was born March 22, 1948 in Eugene, Oregon to Charles M. Brocha and Aimee M. Bistranin (Verhegge). On July 23, 2017, Terry lost his long battle with illness at the age of 69. Terry went to school and graduated from Earl Wooster High School in Reno, Nevada. He was married to Anita Prowett for 12 years, ending in divorce. He then went on to marry Sharon Elzner (Wilmoth). Terry lived in Shelton for over 44 years. He worked as an electrician for over 35 years, working with companies such as Hawkes Electric, Mikelthun Electric, and IBEW. Terry was a loving husband and father. He enjoyed racing and building cars, working with metal and all things mechanical. As an electrician, he made many friends in the trade, as well as many friends in various car-related groups. Terry left behind his wife, Sharon Brocha of Shelton, Washington; his daughters, Christena Powell of Siletz, Oregon, Karrie McDonald of McDonough, Georgia, Tammi Beck of Albany, Oregon, Jennifer Elzner of Shelton, Washington, and Shannan Elzner of Puyallup, Washington; his half-brother, Lawrence Brocha of Camano Island, Washington; and his sister, Donna Jessen of Longview, Washington. He had 17 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Terry was predeceased by his parents, Charles M. Brocha and Aimee M Bistranin. Terry left a mark on everyone who knew him. We will miss his smile and sense of humor. R.I.P my loving husband. Please leave memories of Terry or condolences for his family in the Guestbook below.