Honoring the Memory
of Those
We Love

So this may seem a little odd, but I hadn't seen nor even thought much about Terry for over 60 years. I recently subscribed to a Chartiers Valley website, and saw her obituary. I can't explain it, but seeing her name in an obituary had a profound effect on me and I feel compelled to send her family a note of condolences. My only memories of her is as a young girl. I spent almost every day of one summer going to Dormont pool with some of my friends from high school around 1966 or 1967. One of those friends was Terry. We would hang out everyday, swim, lay in the sun, have fun, play games and tease one another. Probably a precursor to her interest in margaritas and Jimmy Buffet. It was obviously a carefree time in our lives as it should have been. I recall Terry as a lovely young girl, of 15 or 16 years old. She was sweet, smart, funny, energetic, and full of life and lots of fun to be around. I moved away from Pittsburgh after high school and lost touch with most of my young friends and unfortunately I am disappointed that I didn't stay in touch with her. But I do want her family to know that it sounds like she apparently stayed true to that beautiful 15-year-old girl spirit throughout her life. She was lovely then and sweet and kind. I am very glad to hear that she grew into a woman of the same characteristics. I am not surprise that her life touched you all the way it did. Sometimes we don't realize those moments in life that mean the most. I'm certain she is missed. Although be it late, please accept my sincere condolences.

Very sorry to hear of your families loss. You have our deepest sympathy and may she rest in peace. Betsy an Al

I met Terry in the fall of 1969, when we were starting a new chapter in our life...college!!! Our friendship continued to grow through the years...we graduated, attended many weddings together, started our families at the same time and made sure our children knew each other. Our careers took some changes through the years, but even our careers kept us close!!! We shared good times and bad times, tears and laughs!!! And then we became grandmothers...oh what fun!!! We looked forward to retirement together and being able to travel, spend more time with the kids, and more get togethers with the college gals!!! Terry knew how to be the perfect friend and I will miss my friend so much!!! Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time!!!

SHAWN, EVEN TOUGH I DID NOT KNOW YOUR WIFE, AFTER READING THIS.. I KNEW WHO YOU ARE.. YOUR WIFE WAS AN EXCEPTIONAL PERSON, MOTHER, WIFE, SISTER ETC.. MAY YOU HAVE PEACE NOW.. SHE IS OUT OF PAIN.. DO NOT KNOW WHAT HER ILLNESS WAS.. JUST KNOW I KNOW ALL OF YOUR FRIEND'S SO UNDERSTAND , DORRIE ( PASSANANTE) SITES

Glad our paths crossed! We shared many humorous and happy times to cherish. Will remember you as an unique coworker and dear friend that I had the privilege of knowing and watching you handle the most difficult situations with ease. You were the best at everything. Will miss you.

Terry, it was a pleasure teaching with you at the start of my career at Manor Elementary. Your guidance, thoughtfulness, and mentorship was much appreciated. May you rest in peace. Gary Kristen

I am so thankful to have met Terry at Cal U our freshman year. We became best friends and roommates for our entire college years. I have been blessed to call Terry my friend for over 50 years. She was always such a loving, kind and caring person. I will miss her beautiful smile and sense of humor. Along with everything else about her. I just really miss my friend. Gone but never forgotten. 💔

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you all. I wish I could have been there on Thursday to help you through your grief. Although I met you all at a very hard time I hope I made it a little easier for Terry and all of you this past month. Your love for your wife, mother and sister was so touching to me , what a blessing you all have in each other. Continue leaning on each other and pull from one another's strength to keep moving thro your grief. Family is what is all about! I can't say it will get easier , but they say in time your memories will make you smile and the tears will lessen . Can't say when, cause I am still waiting for that too! 😥RWG Terry

Terry loved working with her friends at the ECC. She helped the staff and took on many duties. She will be remembered. Blessed repose, Terry

My condolences your mom is a wonderful person, miss seeing all of you after we moved. She always was smiling and so proud of you girls. We were honored to have your family as friends thru you girls. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Terry was one of the kindest and most giving people I know. She was happiest when she was with family, especially her grandchildren. Her organizational skills were the envy of many. May she rest in peace knowing she was well loved here on earth.

Mom, my heart is broken, yet filled with joy knowing you're experiencing joy and happiness our Earthly minds can't yet comprehend. You will forever be with us, and we will continue to love our lives to the fullest and to find the joy in our everyday moments. You taught us strength, compassion, perseverance, and how to love with every ounce of our souls. We are who we are because God gifted us with one of the most amazing mothers He ever created. One day we will be together for eternity...listening to Jimmy Buffett and sipping on piña coladas and margaritas with our toes in the sand of Heaven's shores. I love you to the moon and back, Mom.