NORTH BAY, ON — On July 21, 1982, 18-year-old Terry Anthony Zubko disappeared from the North Bay Psychiatric Hospital, and despite extensive efforts by authorities and his family, he has never been found. Today, his family continues their search for answers, hoping that someone out there holds the key to solving one of North Bay’s oldest missing persons cases.
What Happened
On that fateful morning, Terry was granted limited privileges to walk around the grounds of the North Bay Psychiatric Hospital unsupervised for one hour. He never returned. Despite searches by hospital staff, police, and volunteers, including efforts in the surrounding bush and nearby highways, no trace of Terry was ever found.
Terry’s disappearance remains unresolved, and his family has spent decades tirelessly searching for him, holding press conferences, and submitting DNA in hopes of discovering his whereabouts.
Who Was Terry Anthony Zubko
Terry was born on June 4, 1964, in Blind River, Ontario. Before his hospitalization, he lived with his parents in Sault Ste. Marie. He was diagnosed with catatonic amnesia and a chemical imbalance, which required him to take regular medication. Despite his medical condition, Terry was deeply loved by his family. He had many hobbies, including fishing, water skiing, stamp collecting, biking, and assisting with landscaping at their family cottage in Blind River.
Terry’s family, especially his mother Audrey, sister Alana, and niece Sarah, have never given up hope of finding him. Over the years, they have traveled across Canada, published appeals, and participated in various efforts to locate Terry.
Background or Timeline
Terry went missing from the hospital on July 21, 1982, and his family has been actively searching for him ever since. Despite police investigations, potential sightings, and even the hospital’s closure and demolition in 2013, no substantial leads have surfaced. His disappearance remains one of the longest unsolved cases in North Bay, and his family continues to hold out hope for answers.
In 2016, his family held a press conference urging the public to renew their interest in his case. Despite the passage of time, they remain committed to finding closure and bringing Terry home.
Public or Social Media Reaction
Terry’s disappearance has generated some public interest over the years, especially with his family’s persistent efforts to keep his case in the public eye. Social media posts and press releases continue to circulate, encouraging anyone with information to come forward. The family has also received support from local communities, who remain hopeful that one day the truth will emerge.
Official Statement or What Happens Next
The North Bay Police Service and Crime Stoppers are actively seeking information that could lead to finding Terry. His family is urging anyone with information about his disappearance to contact the authorities. The RCMP National Centre for Missing Persons is also involved in the investigation.
Terry’s family continues to believe that someone holds the key to solving this decades-old mystery. They are hopeful that, despite the years that have passed, new information or breakthroughs could finally bring them the closure they deserve.
Closing Line
This story may be updated with more information as it becomes available.
