WARRENVILLE, Ill. — Navistar International says that A.J. Cederoth will continue handling day-to-day financial and accounting responsibilities, following the death of CFO Terry M. Endsley, 53, this week.

Endsley died surrounded by his closest family and friends after a brief, but difficult battle with cancer.

"Navistar is losing an exceptional leader, a gentleman and a good friend," said Daniel C. Ustian, Navistar chairman, president and chief executive officer. "Terry was a man of strategic insight, thoughtful words, a well-timed joke, a gentle laugh and a kind heart. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family."

Cederoth, had been vice president of finance for Navistar’s engine group before. He joined the company in 1990 and has held various financial positions, including strategic planning manager, and controller for the engine group.

Ustian said Endsley will long be remembered for his many contributions.

"A resume captures only so much of what a person truly contributes," Ustian said. "Terry did his jobs well. He was an expert in finance and treasury. And he was so much more. He developed strong relationships with his colleagues and will be missed a great deal."