Terry Leo Makovsky was born on 4th July, 1951 in Tracy, MN to parents Leo and Lucille (Shaw) Makovsky. Terry was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Tracy, MN. He received his formal education in the Tracy Public school system, where he graduated in May, 1969. Terry's post-secondary education was completed at Jackson Vocational School and Heavy Equipment School in Staples, MN. In January, 1971, Terry was drafted into the United States Army and completed Basic Training at Fort Campbell, KY. Shortly thereafter, Terry volunteered for Special Forces Airborne School at Fort Benning, GA, where he earned his wings on 4th June, 1971. From there he changed stations to Fort Bragg, NC where he served with the 618th Engineering Battalion with the 82nd Airborne Division until he was Honorably Discharged in December, 1973. In 1985, Terry joined the Minnesota National Guard where he was stationed at Litchfield, MN, and served with the 682nd Engineering Battalion. He served 17 years there until his retirement in 2001. On April 29th, 1978 Terry was united in marriage to Leslie Sandy. From this union two sons were born, Ryan and Kyle. In 1984, Terry started what led to a 27 year career with MNDOT with the highway maintenance crew. Simultaneous to his MNDOT career, Terry farmed in the Windom area for 32 years. Terry was diagnosed with cancer in November, 2007. After a courageous 12-year battle he passed away on March 12th, 2020 at the Sunset Hospice Cottage in Worthington, MN. Terry was comforted by the presence of his immediate family. Terry is survived by Ryan (Lilex) Makovsky and their son Roman of Los Angeles, CA and Kyle (Jessica Lewis) Makovsky of Syracuse, NY; one sister Diane Nelson of Tracy, MN, and beloved furry friend Griz. Terry was preceded in death by his parents. Terry strove for excellence in everything he did. He had a special place in his heart for farming, Minnesota sports teams, and his children. He will be remembered in the hearts and minds of everyone that had the pleasure of knowing him. You fought hard our dearest Terry, we love you and find comfort knowing you are now with your parents and with God.