Passed away suddenly from a very aggressive form of lymphoma on February 15, 2022, at the age of 62. Beloved husband and best friend of Lisa Geise (nee Madson). Brother of Cindy (Mike) Schlidt and Ricky Geise. Dearest brother-in-law of Lori (Paul) Gossett, and Gary Ruhe. Loving uncle to Jon Schlidt, Ben (Lea) Waraska, Jason Schlidt, Jennifer (Brad) Lemke, Rebecca Ruhe, Loren (fiancé Luke) Gossett, David Gossett, and Abby Gossett. Further survived by four great- nephews, aunts, uncles, as well as several cousins and friends. Preceded in death by his sisters Nancy and Tammy, and his parents Howard and Joanne Geise.

Gathering  at Krause Funeral Home, 7001 West Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI on Friday, February 25, 2022, from 2:00 PM- 3:15 PM with a service to follow from 3:30 PM-4:00 PM.

Memorials to Terry’s wife are greatly appreciated to assist with his medical bills or to you can donate via ZELLE to 414-405-0790.

For 31 years, the love of Terry’s life was Lisa. Terry’s favorite place in the world was Presque Isle, where he loved to tend to the cottage his father built and spend time fishing and hunting all different kinds of animals and birds. He also enjoyed target shooting with Lisa there. In fact, Terry and Lisa shared their first kiss in the Presque Isle cottage.  Terry enjoyed spending time with his family, attending the Hansen family reunions and having poker parties with Lisa and the Gossett family. Terry loved traveling with Lisa, with Hawaii being their favorite destination. In recent years, they had been taking trips to the Bourbon Trail in search of new bourbons to add to their collection. In addition to bourbon, Terry took great pride in his pocket knife, coin, and gun collections. Terry’s job at University School of Milwaukee (USM) meant a lot to him. He worked there as a mechanic for 26 years, and enjoyed his coworkers, the children, and the USM community very much. Those who knew Terry remember fondly how he always told jokes to bring those around him laughter and joy.

Lisa would like to extend her appreciation and gratitude to Dr. Mike (their primary doctor), Dr. Puffer (Terry’s oncologist), along with every single doctor and nurse that cared for him throughout his final weeks.

Terry was loved deeply and will always be remembered. He will live on through his family, friends, and all of his loved ones.