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71, of rural Stewardson, Illinois, formerly of Oak Forest, Illinois, passed away at 6:37 P.M. Thursday, January 31, 2013, in the Carle Foundation Hospital of Urbana, Illinois. He was born May 4, 1941, in Worth, Illinois, the son of Joseph and Dorothie (Altman) McGuire. He married Diane " Dixee " Bronson, July 27, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois. Terry served in the U.S. Navy and attended 4 years of trade school and was a proud member of the I.B.E.W. local 134 in Chicago, Illinois. Terry is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Diane "Dixee" McGuire of rural Stewardson, Illinois; three sons, Rick McGuire and wife Sandy of rural Gays, IL, Tom McGuire and wife Paula of Stewardson, IL and Casey of rural Stewardson, IL; ten grandchildren, Shannon, Shawn, K C Jr, Terry, Danny, Molly, Morgan, Dylan, Aaron and Rylee; two great grandchildren Marley and Audrina; and many friends. Terry was a avid hunter, fisherman and loved being in the outdoors and being with his family and friends. He especially loved deer camp at Cave In Rock in Southern Illinois, where he left a legacy for his family and his knowledge and wisdom will never be forgotten. As per Terry's request his body will be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date. The Swengel - O'Dell Funeral Home of Neoga, is assisting the family with local arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be mailed to Diane McGuire, RR. 1 Box 126, Stewardson, Illinois 62463. Online condolences may be expressed at swengel-odell.com
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