It is with great sadness that I inform you of the passing of one of our own, Terry Tierney, on Friday, October 9, 2009. Terry was a key member of TSWAA for close to twenty years. While as member of the Board of Directors, she served as chairperson, vice-chairperson, treasurer and a member-at-large. Terry also served for many years as a TSWAA official, and received her IPC certification in 2008. On a national basis, she also served a term as Treasurer for Wheelchair Sports, USA and served as an official in a number of National Junior Disability Championships Terry was a champion for the rights of the disabled athlete and she will be sorely missed by those who worked with her. She was always ready and willing to “roll her sleeves up” in order to help our organization. Her dedication to TSWAA and disabled sports is reflected in her being awarded both the Bob McShane and Legacy Awards. As many of you already know, Terry was not just an official/administrator, she was a participative athlete. Notably, she was a member of the 1999 Pan American Wheelchair Table Tennis Championships in Mexico City. Terry also won a Team Bronze Medal in doubles (along with Carolynne Bethka) at the 2003 US Open Paralympic Table Tennis Tournament in Colorado Springs. She was a recipient of the 2007 George Chranewycz Memorial Award presented by the American Wheelchair Table Tennis Association (AWTTA). She competed in numerous nationals and regional competitions. Personally, I feel that I have lost a good friend and confidant. Terry was always very supportive during my tenure as chairperson and I will never forget her vote of confidence during the tough times. Debbie and I will miss her friendship, dedication and willingness to serve. Arrangements have been made as follows: The viewing will take place on Monday, October 12 from 3 PM-5 PM and from 7 PM - 9 PM at the following location: Frederick Funeral Home 192-15 Northern Blvd.
Flushing, NY 11358-2993 (718) 357-6100 www.frederickfuneralhomeinc.com The Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, October 13 @ 9:45 AM at: St. Mel Roman Catholic Church 2601 154th St. Flushing, NY 11354-2410-2410 (718) 886-0201 (718) 886-5094 - Rectory www.saintmel.net The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Tri-State Wheelchair Athletic Association c/o Trisha Yurochko Children’s Specialized Hospital 150 New Providence Road Mountainside, NJ 07092 Sincerely, Ralph Armento Secretary, Tri-State Wheelchair Athletic Association | 
