My Blue Devil
Has Wings

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Meet Terri Bartchak

Terri Bartchak is a devoted mother, wife, and faith-filled member of Saint Ambrose Parish in Brunswick, Ohio. After the heartbreaking loss of her son Blake in 2012, Terri found strength and purpose through prayer, scripture, and the overwhelming support of her community.

My Blue Devil Has Wings is her first book — written as a tribute to Blake’s memory and a message of hope to others walking through grief. Through her words, Terri offers not only a testimony of love and loss, but a deeper message of healing, trust in God’s plan, and the power of community.

Her mission is simple: to remind others that even in tragedy, God is always present — and that no one walks through grief alone.

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About My Blue Devil Has Wings

My Blue Devil Has Wings is more than a memoir — it is a sacred journey through a mother’s deepest sorrow and her unwavering faith. Terri Bartchak recounts the tragic loss of her son, Blake Bartchak, a beloved Brunswick High School football player, and how that day changed her life forever.

From the moment she received the news to the incredible outpouring of love from her hometown and church, Terri opens her heart to readers with raw honesty and spiritual insight.

Through vivid storytelling, scripture, and divine signs, Terri invites you to witness the love that never ends, even in the face of grief.

This book is for anyone who has ever lost someone, questioned God’s plan, or needed to know they’re not alone.

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My Bue Devil Has Wings is Terri’s story from an energetic high school athlete and cheerleader to a loving wife, devoted mother to an amazing witness for Jesus. Her journey takes her through three tragedies: all building her faith in God and her love for Jesus. You will weep and be inspired to grow in our love for God and the potential He has given you.

Such an incredible story about a woman who finds peace and comfort amidst the tragic death of her son. Terri not only shares her story of finding and journeying with God, but models how we too can experience God in our own life. This book will help people to find peace and comfort in tragic and seemingly insurmountable, heart-wrenching circumstances. The book gives hope, guidance, and encouragement to those that are struggling in life or dealing with loss. It brings new meaning to Bible passages. It teaches us how our choices can lead us out of the darkness and despair of tragedy and death, to lives of acceptance, peace, and hope. Not many books show us how to convert our energy into positive outlets, this one does. This book is a treasured gift with a very strong message of hope and love.

My Blue Devil Has Wings is a raw journey through the unexpected devastating loss of a son, compounded years earlier, by an unforeseen loss of a cherished uncle. Terri made a choice to turn to God to overcome her devastation. God responded wholeheartedly to Terri as a loving Father and drew her closer to Him. This journey in spite of its twists and turns became an inspirational adventure. It is a quest of profound hope that will remain in your heart.

My Blue Devil Has Wings is an interesting read of struggles, loss and faith. It is a story of triumphs after devastations in life. Terri tells about keeping God close after shattering events in life. She is an inspiration! It is awe-inspiring to see her faith continue as her life journey continues.

My Blue Devil Has Wings is a beautiful tribute for a son full of light, love and life. Terri writes with such authenticity and raw emotion that she pulls the reader in immediately. Terri’s warmth and human truth of her written words displays her deep love of family and God, even through tragedy. The story tells us of a mother’s love, grief and triumph after devastating loss. It is her journey of self-discovery and resilience, and an intimate look into all that she has endured and coming out on the other side. A poignant story, but most importantly through it all she never stops believing!!