Terrence D. Archer, 66, of East Hampton, CT, formerly of Portland, CT, passed away unexpectedly after a sudden illness on July 4 ^th at Middlesex Hospital, Middletown, CT, with his wife by his side.  Terry, better known as "Arch," was born in Machias, Maine, moved to Connecticut with his family when he was 9 years old and graduated from Portland High School, Class of 1974. He went on to earn his HVAC certification from the New England Technical Institute and was employed as an Industrial HVAC Technician for Alstom Power (formerly ABB Combustion Engineering) from 1983 until 2012 when he joined the Town of Plainville Community School System.

Terry is survived by his wife Kimberly (Kogut) Archer, his mother Sylvia (Foster) Archer, his brother Gregg and wife Cathe, his nephew Michael and wife Ashley, his niece Cheryl and husband Todd Richards, great-nephews William and Owen, great-nieces Emily and Rylynn; his sister-in-law Kathy Kogut, nieces Jessica and Laura, and several great uncles, aunts and cousins.  He was predeceased by his father Lynn E. Archer.

Terry loved his home State of Maine but more so, home life with his wife, 3 cats and a trio of Jack Russell Terriers, most especially his best 'Bud' Forrest. Terry was a long-time rider and collector of motorcycles and was known as "the go-to man" for his motorcycle mechanical expertise; but his softer side enjoyed flower gardening, watching the birds he encouraged to nest nearby and admiring his hummingbirds.  He tinkered endlessly, rejuvenating or repurposing anything broken or tossed, large or small, and he treasured his many collectibles.

Terry was kind-hearted and friends knew he could always deliver a good laugh, prank or great stories about his younger days and motorcycle adventures. The family would like to thank and applaud all the ICU, Critical Care and Respiratory Therapy Staff of Middlesex Hospital; and especially RN Heather and Pulmonologist Dr. Bishop, for their superb care, sincere compassion and respect they showed Terry and his family.

Biega Funeral Home, Middletown, CT, was entrusted with private services held on July 9 ^th .  Donations in Terry's memory will be appreciated by "Jacks Galore, Inc.," a tax-deductible, non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation and the Jack Russell Terrier rescue organization Terry supported.  Donations may be sent to PO Box 545, Hinsdale, MA,  01235 or on-line at http://www.jacksgalore.org/donation/