It is with great difficulty I write about my beautiful sister Theresa with many, many tears of sadness. On January 27, 2009, my beautiful sister Theresa Marie passed away do to an accidental fatal fall while attempting to climb into her four + story apartment window in Salt Lake City, Utah. Theresa was so full of life, she was very bright and made friends with everyone. Theresa loved to paint, craf, crochet and spend time with all her family and close friends. She adored animals and in particular horses. She loved to ride and had a horse named "Sheik" who passed away many years ago.
On the day Theresa passed away, she spoke to all of my immediate family and even carried a three hour conversation with our father. Theresa moved to Salt Lake City a little over 2 years ago to be close to myself and my family. She adored our daughter Stefanie. While by my side and my partner in crime, Theresa was one of my best friends. She had a wonderful zest for life. In addition, she had a love for the telephone. She used it at all hours. She would call me five times a day just to say Hi! We would enjoy sharing a cup of coffee on the telephone every morning, often savoring our favorite type at the same time together when we were not living in the same home. Theresa helped me teach Stefanie to walk, talk, ride her bike, play in the snow and one of her favorite past times to shop and so much more. Theresa became one of Stefanie's favorite playmates and whatever Stefanie wanted, Theresa would do for Stefanie.
Theresa was 39 years old and never married or had the opportunity to have children. Prior to passing away Theresa renewed her faith in religion. One month prior Theresa was Baptized, for the second time. She was in a wonderful place in her life, she was truly happy, had found someone she wanted to spend her life with. The day Theresa passed away she spoke of wanting to get married. For reasons we will never know Theresa's life was way too short. Our family is devastated Theresa is no longer with us. We thank all of our wonderful family and close friends for all the beautiful cards, letters and support they have shown us during such a tragic time in our life. Theresa will forever remain in our hearts. We love you and will miss you forever!
Leaving one last word of thought: Life is so precious and way too short. Live each day to the fullest. Remember not to take your family and friends for granted. Tell those closest to you that you love them. Theresa always told us how much she loved us and we did the same. A life taken so quickly and unexpectedly is very, very difficult. Death in general is so very hard for those of us who are left behind. The most important thing in life is our family and your friends. Remember to make time for all of those you love.
I apologize for not updating Stefanie's blog sooner as we have had so many things take place in our lives. My sister's passing has been so difficult to write or post about I was unable to do so until now. I am still having a very hard time with posting photos so for now I will only post 1 photo of Theresa. I will try to post additional photos at a later date.
With Love,
Jon, Diana & Stefanie
