Terry Straka Obituary

Age - 86

October 7, 2023

Kirkland, WA

Terry Lea Straka, age 86, of Kirkland, Washington passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www. acaciafuneralhome. com for the Straka family.

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