Terence Pokela Obituary

We bid farewell to Terence Pokela of Ann Arbor, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 2, 2025 at the age of 86. Terence touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Terence Pokela to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Pokela and Pearl Pokela (Takala); his sister Constance Nerg (Connie); and his nephew Charles Nerg (Chuck). He is survived by: his wife Sherrie; his children, Kiirsa Pokryfke (Peter) and Karina Shaughnessy (Jacob); his grandchildren, Emilia Rae Pokryfke, Aili Pearl Shaughnessy and Evan Patrick Pokryfke; his sister Linda Vertanen (Dave); and his pets, Tuuli, Jussi and Raimo.