Terry Michael Agonath

Mar 15, 1943 - Jan 7, 2022 (Age 79)

Terry was a long-time member of Blue Knights IL‑X until that chapter disbanded in January 2016. Shortly afterward, Terry—along with Gil Farrow, Mac McCarthy, Bob “Doc” Barkin, Larry Bakanec, and Bill Walt—transferred to our chapter, WI‑XI, where he quickly became a valued and trusted brother.

Terry was a retired Lake County Deputy Sheriff, serving the Lake County Sheriff’s Department for 21 years, most recently in the warrant unit. His commitment to public service extended well beyond law enforcement. He was a member of the Emerald Society of Illinois for 20 years and served as Treasurer of the Emerald Society beginning in 2016.

Within the Blue Knights, Terry’s leadership and enthusiasm were felt for more than three decades. As both Road Captain and Director, he helped shape countless rides, events, and traditions. His presence brought energy, humor, and brotherhood to every gathering.

Terry’s contributions to WI‑XI and to the Blue Knights as a whole will always be remembered with gratitude and respect. Ride in peace, Brother.

Obituary

Terry Michael Agonath, 78 years old of Lake Villa, IL passed away Friday, January 7, 2022, at Advocate Condell Medical Center, Libertyville, IL. He was born March 15, 1943 in Berwyn, IL, the son of the late Erwin Charles and Doris (nèe McLoudrey) Agonath Kachiroubas. Terry served in the Lake County Sheriff’s Department for 21 years; most recently in the warrant unit. He was a member of the Blue Knights Wisconsin Chapter 11, where he served as Road Captain and a Director. Terry also played pipes and drums and was a member of the Honor Guard in the Emerald Society, serving as Treasurer since 2016. He was also President of the Deep Lake HOA for 15 years and Vice President for 20 years. Terry ran many ice fishing derbies and volunteered to re-stock fish in Deep Lake.

Terry is survived by his daughters, Tanya (Paul) Kreulach and Michelle (A.J.) Myers; his four grandchildren, Jenelle and Kelly Kreulach and Jacob and Addison Myers; his four siblings, Jeff (Bev) Agonath, Kim DeVenere, Chris (Laura) Kachiroubas, Brett (Kristen) Kachiroubas; his former wife, Patricia Young; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Mike DeVenere and a nephew, Anthony Agonath.

Visitation and the Funeral Service were held on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church, Antioch, IL. Interment followed in Hillside Cemetery, Antioch, IL.