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Garrett (Riney), Theresa Elizabeth

Theresa Elizabeth Garrett, 81, of Greenwood, IN passed away on June 22, 2023. Theresa was born on May 24, 1942 to Marcella and David Riney in Springfield, KY. She graduated from St. Catherine Academy in 1961.

Theresa is survived by her husband of almost 60 years, Ronald Garrett; 3 children Robin (Kevin) Faulkner, Ronald Garrett II, and Suzanne Korfhage; 3 grandchildren Michael (Ashley Maguire) Taylor II, Joshua (Brandi Watts) Taylor, and Jenna (Caleb Perkins) Taylor; 10 great grandchildren; 2 brothers Billy and Mike Riney; and 1 sister Maryanne Fowler.

Theresa is preceded in death by her parents Marcella and David Riney; 3 brothers Davie, Warnie, and Joseph Riney; and 3 sisters Betty Mitchell, Patsy Riney, and Catherine Riney.

Services will be held at Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Home in Greenwood, IN on Thursday, June 29. The showing will begin at 11am, with the funeral service beginning at 1pm.

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Published by Springfield News Sun on Jun. 26, 2023.

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Mike Taylor

March 1, 2024

My Mamaw Theresa was the best person i have ever met. She was my favorite person in my entire life. She never made me feel less than, or not good enough, even when i made my worst mistakes. I miss her greatly, and i know she is watching over me still to this day. I LOVE YOU MAMAW!!!!
Love, Michael (your first and best grandson)

Matthew

June 30, 2023

Matthew Adams

June 29, 2023

Aunt Theresa was the sweetest kindest woman to have as a Aunt and such a incredible cook, will always remember staying the night at her house and listening to Uncle Ronnie and her laugh and have fun with Ronnie , Robin and me. She will be missed and loved forever in our hearts.

Theresa Allgeier Miller

June 26, 2023

I remember Aunt Theresa as always a sweet, smiling lady that was so nice to our family when we would visit them. Her & Uncle Ronnie have many fond memories in our hearts. Theresa Allgeier Miller, Elk River MN

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29

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11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory - Greenwood Chapel

481 W. Main Street, Greenwood, IN 46142

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29

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1:00 p.m.

Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory - Greenwood Chapel

481 W. Main Street, Greenwood, IN 46142

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