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Theresa R. Carter
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Theresa Rose-Ann Carter on July 3, 2025 at the age of 77 at her Grandy, NC residence. Theresa was born August 29, 1947 in Bennington, Vermont to Helen Louise McLean and William Edward McLean-both deceased.
Theresa met the love of her life, David Carter and the couple married in June of 1995. David preceded her in death several years ago. Theresa was known for her strong will, unwavering determination and love and support for her family, friends, and community. She was a member of Jarvisburg Church of Christ where she devoted her life to Christ. Theresa worked for the Ford Motors plant for many years where she was an excellent cook.
After her retirement, Theresa volunteered her time with the Meals on Wheels nutrition program. Theresa enjoyed cruising with her dear friend Linda Settle and spending time with her other close friends, Sheila, Tom and Connie and her beloved friends, Donella and John who have both passed away.
Theresa is survived by her four children, Loria Weidner (Richard, JR) of Chesapeake, VA, Lisa Biggs (Ronnie) of Grandy, NC, Jay Bushee of Rockingham, NC, Kevin Bushee (Bridget) of Virginia Beach, VA. Also surviving are grandchildren, Adam Nowitzky (Maggie) of Virginia Beach, VA, Josh Bushee (Tati) of Grandy, NC, Daniel Biggs (Dana) of Grandy, NC, Brittney Bushee of Smithfield, VA, Keri Grandy (Danny) of Grandy, NC, Savanah Rodriguez (Raymond), Virginia Beach, VA, Hunter Bushee (Katlyn) of Ellerbe, NC, and Logan Weidner (Yenifer) of Columbia, South America. Also surviving are several great-grandchildren: Gracie, Ashtyn, Sawyer, Aurora, Brynnlee, Lucas, Hasley, Blake and Noah; one sister, Marie McLean, and several other nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family is honoring Theresa’s specific request for simple cremation. In lieu of flowers, please send love and prayers to the family during this difficult time. Expressions of sympathy and a fond memory may be shared with the family at gallopfuneralservices.com . Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.
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Hey Grammy you were such a amazing great grandma and you always were there for us and even though we didn’t come over as much as we used to we still have a lot of respect for you and I love you so much and I hope you have the best life in heaven and I hope to see you again someday and we will be forever grateful for you and what you have done for our family.
She was such a creative, funny, and lively aunt to have. She will be missed. Our entire family gives our condolences to her family. Love, Michelle and Dave Pestillo
Theresa was one of my closest and best friends for over 50 years. We were Navy wifes and spent a lot of time without our husbands on six month cruises. Our kids introduced us when we were living in the same neighborhood when they were around six years old. We have remained best friends ever sense that time. We shared good times and bad times together. I will truely miss her every day
Theresa always had a ready smile and always brightened my day. Rest in peace dear friend….
Love you so much gram!
Theresa was a bright spot in our world. Tom and I will miss her.
Jay, Brittany and family. I am so sorry to hear of Theresa’s passing. My prayers go out to all of you. Remember the good times and know she is still with you and watching over you.
Your mother is a beautiful,sweet looking person. My mother's passing was very similar. I am a Friend of Loria's through my daughter Laura Campbell.
Dear Granny, It has been almost a month without you. You can’t even imagine how much I miss you. I know you are in the hands of the lord resting.. with no pain and no suffering any more and that make my soul a little better. I do miss your calls, our conversations, and your sweet voice calling me every week to ask how I was doing. You were one of the kindness person I ever met., you were the sun on storm when I was alone and I didn’t have anyone to talk. I just miss you and love you for ever. We love you Granny for ever and ever/ I will see you in heaven! Rest in peace
Hey Grammy you were such a amazing great grandma and you always were there for us and even though we didn’t come over as much as we used to we still have a lot of respect for you and I love you so much and I hope you have the best life in heaven and I hope to see you again someday and we will be forever grateful for you and what you have done for our family.
She was such a creative, funny, and lively aunt to have. She will be missed. Our entire family gives our condolences to her family.
Love, Michelle and Dave Pestillo
Theresa was one of my closest and best friends for over 50 years. We were Navy wifes and spent a lot of time without our husbands on six month cruises. Our kids introduced us when we were living in the same neighborhood when they were around six years old. We have remained best friends ever sense that time. We shared good times and bad times together. I will truely miss her every day
Theresa always had a ready smile and always brightened my day. Rest in peace dear friend….
Love you so much gram!
Theresa was a bright spot in our world. Tom and I will miss her.
Jay, Brittany and family. I am so sorry to hear of Theresa’s passing. My prayers go out to all of you. Remember the good times and know she is still with you and watching over you.
Your mother is a beautiful,sweet looking person. My mother’s passing was very similar. I am a
Friend of Loria’s through my daughter Laura Campbell.
Dear Granny,
It has been almost a month without you. You can’t even imagine how much I miss you. I know you are in the hands of the lord resting.. with no pain and no suffering any more and that make my soul a little better.
I do miss your calls, our conversations, and your sweet voice calling me every week to ask how I was doing. You were one of the kindness person I ever met., you were the sun on storm when I was alone and I didn’t have anyone to talk. I just miss you and love you for ever.
We love you Granny for ever and ever/ I will see you in heaven! Rest in peace