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Theresa Peters MT. PLEASANT - Theresa Lynn Peters, 36, died on Sunday, May 19, 2013 at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). Born September 27, 1976 in Hinsdale, Illinois, she was the daughter of Paul Peters and Vicki Simpson Peters. Surviving are brother, Mr. Michael Peters of Mount Pleasant, SC, and sister, Ms. Mary ElizaBeth Peters of Boston. Theresa was raised in Downers Grove, Illinois and attended Downers Grove North High School ('94). She went on to attend the College of Charleston in South Carolina, where she made her home. Theresa was born with Cystic Fibrosis and was treated by Dr. Lewis E. Gibson and Maureen Garvey at Loyola University Hospital, Chicago. In Charleston, she was later treated by Dr. Patrick Flume and Sue Gray. The family would like to acknowledge the work, loyalty and kindness of these medical professionals. In 2003, Theresa received a double lung transplant at Duke University. After recovery, Theresa returned to Charleston to work at the Medical University of South Carolina. The family would like to acknowledge the loyalty and support of the MUSC staff. Theresa was a sweet, hilarious, beautiful woman who was also an inspiration to many others living with Cystic Fibrosis and preparing for lung transplant. She was very active in the CF community and she was particularly an inspiration to young women. She was a very spiritual person; she lived her life with passion, beauty, fun, a bit of mischief, and a lot of love. She will be missed by many. In lieu of donations, Theresa requests flowers. Being a Cystic Fibrosis and transplant patient, Theresa was never allowed to have flowers, so she would want them in her celebration of life. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at www.mcalister-smith.com. A Funeral Mass will be held at Christ Our King Catholic Church, 1149 Russell Drive, Mt. Pleasant, SC, on Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 10:00 AM. Arrangements have been entrusted to MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, MT PLEASANT CHAPEL, 1520 RIFLE RANGE RD, MT. PLEASANT, SC 29464, (843) 884-3833. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 21 to May 22, 2013.

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July 11, 2013

Theresa was a very lively member of our book group and is missed for her joyous participation and unflinching honesty. My sincerest condolences to her family.
Laurie Steinke

Marie Dexter

June 23, 2013

I am just finding out now about Theresa's passing. I will miss your humor, your kindness, your ability to cut to the chase. May the LORD be the comfort and peace for your family in the days ahead.

Layne Simpson

May 28, 2013

Miss you already! Breathe easily.

BarcampCHS 2009

Eugene Mah

May 24, 2013

At the first Barcamp Charleston (Oct 2009), Theresa posted a Siesta session, because she thought some Barcampers (meaning her) might need a break from all the activity going on at Barcamp. Her session is the orange sticky note just above the top left corner of the laptop.

Leona Frazier

May 23, 2013

I will miss your physical presence, but will eternally hold your spirit in my heart. Sending up prayers for the family.

May 23, 2013

Layne and family. I am so,so sorry.
Lorna McElhone

Jane Malloy

May 22, 2013

My daughter, Colleen, knew Theresa from DGN and they Facebooked each other frequently. I only got to know Theresa because Colleen passed away in 2011 and I used HER Facebook friends list to reach out to people and let them know of her passing. Theresa had a wonderful sense of humor and it seemed that she always kept her chin up and tried to find the best of everything in people. May she rest in a field of gorgeous flowers forever more.

One of my photographer friends, Joe Nienstedt took this photo of me and Theresa at BarcampCHS 2011

Eugene Mah

May 22, 2013

Ann Ashby, MUSC

May 22, 2013

Theresa had a real connection with both people and ideas. It was a joy and an honor to know her.

Jan Schumann

May 22, 2013

She was (and still is) truly one of the "Tough Chicks of the Galaxy." Theresa has been an inspiration to me.

Terri Weaver

May 22, 2013

To Family and Friends, I am sorry for your lost, she was a beautiful young woman....

Eugene Mah

May 22, 2013

After my diabetes diagnosis I decided I needed to go to the gym on a more regular basis and get back into some kind of shape. She wanted to get "less puny" and prepare for another Transplant Games so for a little while, we became gym partners. Our gym routine worked out so that I'd do cardio while waiting for her to get to the Wellness Center, then we'd head to the weight training area (she wasn't a fan of cardio, but I made her do a little bit). One time after a particularly tough set of squats, she punched me in the arm, catching me totally off guard. After that it became her thing to do and I got punched in the arm a fair bit.

Nancy Macaulay

May 22, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Theresa's family and friends. I have worked with Theresa on and off for several years at MUSC and I know she will be deeply missed. I'm glad she is trading her bag of drugs for a garden of flowers!

May 22, 2013

One sunny day we sat at the horseshoe, MUSC and ate chicago hotdog. She was very happy that she could have a chicago hotdog outside in the shiny beautiful day. She laughed a lot like crazy Jimmy (her cat) with messy hands covered with mustard and ketchup. She was considerate, warm, and hilarious person. She will be missed a lot.

Pam Thompson

May 22, 2013

Theresa will be very much missed by all of her friends in the Dept. of Psychiatry and throughout the Medical University of South Carolina. She was an inspiration to us all, never giving up the fight and approaching life with determination, intelligence, and a wonderful sense of humor. I will be planting a memorial in my garden for Theresa. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.

Shinika Phillips

May 22, 2013

I got to know Theresa just a few months ago at MUSC, and whenever talking to her she kept a smile on her face. I will always remember her that way, I know your still smiling from up above. May God bless you all during your time of grief.

Nikki

May 22, 2013

I had the privilege of meeting Theresa while I worked at MUSC. She was so pleasant. She always wore a smile. I was absolutely stunned to hear of her passing.

To her parents, you raised a wonderful daughter. To her siblings, hold on to the memories.

It is my prayer that God grants you all the power beyond what is normal, and a peace that excels all thought.

Anita Feliciano

May 22, 2013

One kind angel to watch over us. You will be sorely missed but not forgotten. You are an inspiration to women and your soul-touching spirit changed the lives of those untold. May you rest in peace and glory and continue on.

My deepest condolences to all who have had the pleasure of meeting your existence.

MUSC PEDIATRCS OFFICE OF THE CHAIRMAN MUSC

May 22, 2013

We love and will truly miss Theresa!

Nancy Saldutte

May 22, 2013

Rest in peace surrounded by flowers.

Amanda Hofmann

May 22, 2013

I worked with Theresa at MUSC and she was an intellgient, fun, loving individual. She will be missed dearly. My heart and prayers go out to the family.

Mike McGinnis

May 21, 2013

Theresa was one of kind! A great friend and co-worker, Theresa inspired everyone around her as we often watched in awe as she pushed through her health challenges. Theresa excelled in her various positions at MUSC, always pushing forward and looking for the next level of efficiency. More importantly, she was a wonderful person with a big heart! Theresa's family remains in our thoughts and prayers.

May 21, 2013

What a terrible loss. My deepest sympathies are with the family and friends. Theresa and I worked together a lot during my time at MUSC. Rachael Smith

Theresa goofing off at the gym

Eugene Mah

May 21, 2013

Eugene Mah

May 21, 2013

Eugene Mah

May 21, 2013

Theresa was a good friend and she'll be missed a lot.

Kristin Serwa

May 21, 2013

My deepest sympathy - I knew Theresa from st mary of gostyn and dgn - my heart goes out to her family - may she have an eternal beautiful garden of flowers in heaven

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