THOMASTON — Terry L. Colson Sr., 71, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, January 26, 2026. Terry was born in Rockland, January 21, 1955, the son of Edward and Flora (Roscoe) Colson.

Terry attended Rockland area schools before going to work with his father and brothers taking down buildings. He worked for the Rockland Cemetery Association for 20 years digging graves and maintaining Achorn and Sea View Cemetery. Terry carried on the family tradition of civil service like his grandfather, father, and brothers. He served for over 30 years on the Rockland Fire Department as a volunteer firefighter and fire police.

Predeceased by his parents, Edward and Flora; his brothers LaForest and Wayne; and his sisters Joan and Priscilla; he is survived by his brother Eugene Colson of Cushing; sisters Lois Wentworth of Nobleboro, Betty Colson of Rockland, Cynthia Colson of Rockland, Ruth Ann Mossman and her husband Vernard of Rockland; a brother, Wesley Colson Sr. and his fiancé Becky Johnston of Rockland; his uncle Charles Colson and his wife Samantha of Bowdoin, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Terry’s greatest accomplishments were with his immediate family. Terry met his future wife and love of his life, Cindy, as teenagers in 1972. They married on September 25, 1976, and raised their five children.

Terry enjoyed spending time tinkering around the house, always finding projects to work on. He enjoyed woodworking and never refused a project if someone asked him to make or refurbish an item. He loved antiquing and going to flea markets. Terry loved the community he grew up in and was an avid collector of Rockland memorabilia. He would talk Rockland history with most people he encountered throughout his life.

Terry enjoyed spending time with his Siamese cats Smokey and Millie before they crossed over Rainbow Bridge. Recently, he enjoyed spending time with the family’s new fur babies, Violet and Puddle.

He was extremely proud of his three daughters and two sons he had with his wife, Cindy. He loved his family and spending time with them. He was so proud of his grandson, Connor, for choosing to serve in the United States Air Force. His granddaughter, Jasmine Colson, was the apple of his eye. His family is his legacy.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Cindy; his children, Aleisa DeMichael of Daytona Beach, Florida, Deborah Colson of Warren, Terry Colson Jr. of Waldoboro, Sharity Colson of Thomaston, David Colson of Thomaston; USAF Airman Crew Chief Connor Benner of Lakenheath, England, and Jasmine Colson of Waldoboro and Belgrade Lakes.

Visiting hours will be held Friday, February 13, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m., at Burpee, Carpenter, Hutchins Funeral Home, 110 Limerock Street, Rockland; all are welcome to attend.

A graveside service will be held Friday, April 24, 2026, at 2 p.m., at Achorn Cemetery, Old County Road, Rockland.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in memory of Terry to the Rockland Fire Department Scholarship Fund, 118 Park Street, Rockland, ME 04841.

To share a memory or condolence with the Colson family, please visit their Book of Memories at www.bchfh.com.