Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Wednesday February 21, 2024 at the age of 79.

She was surrounded by her loving husband, children, son in law, grandchildren and friends. She immigrated to Canada with her husband, Fernando, in October 1971.

They settled in Oshawa where they raised their 2 children and were active members of the Portuguese community.

She became the first woman president of the Oshawa Portuguese Club.

Teresa was also a gifted seamstress who could create something out of nothing.

Teresa was spirited and a big force in a small package. She was very social and loved her weekly coffee dates with her circle of friends.

She was incredibly talented with all her plays she wrote and directed through the years. Her incredibly big heart guided her to help anyone in need. In her senior years, she dedicated herself to helping raise her three beloved grandchildren.

When she was diagnosed with colon cancer, she fought a fierce battle with the spiritual strength of a dozen people.

Many thanks to the staff of the Lakeridge Cancer Centre and her extensive team of caregivers.

Teresa is survived by her devoted husband of 56 years, Fernando, children Steven and Andrea, son in law Patrice Bansa, and her grandchildren, Bianca, Serena and Tristan. May she rest in peace as we carry her memory forever in our hearts.

Visitation will be at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME on Thursday February 29, 2024 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Funeral Mass to be held on Friday March 1, 2024 at 2pm at the Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby.

To place online condolences, please visit armstrongfh.ca .