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Teresa Lopez Obituary
Teresa Kay Lawrence Lopez, 50, went to Jesus on December 9, 2010 in Hanford, California. Born October 8, 1960 she was the youngest child of Bill and Angie Lawrence.
Tessie attended Pioneer Union Elementary School where she was active in sports and graduated from Hanford Joint Union High School with the class of 1978. As an active member of the Grangeville 4-H Club she received numerous awards including County and Regional Demonstrations, Sheep and Foods. She enjoyed the game of football and was an avid Oakland Raider fan, attending several games.
Tessie was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, John and Mary Caetano; and paternal grandparents, Joe and Minnie Lawrence.
She is survived by her husband, Richard J. Lopez; son, Michael Landis; step daughter, Sonia Lopez; grandsons, Jacob and Michael Ryan Landis; father and mother, Bill and Angie Caetano Lawrence; brother, Billy and wife DeeDee Lawrence of Stratford; sisters, Cathy and Chrisy Lawrence of Hanford; nieces and nephews, Candace, Edward, Christina, Shawn, Ashley and Erina; great nieces and nephews, Celeste, Makenze, Zander, Curtis, Aubrey, Kylee, Savanah, Emma, Vincent and Arianna.
Her favorite past-time was spent sitting with her father, listening to old stories and walking the family pet, "Buster" who will miss her dearly. Tessie had a heart of gold and a smile that would light up a room. She also had laughter for days and always had the ability to make her family laugh. She was loved dearly and will be greatly missed by many.
Visitation will be held from 3 - 8 p.m. on Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at People's Funeral Chapel, 501 N. Douty St., Hanford, CA, with the Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 21, 2010 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church of Hanford, 10355 Hanford-Armona Rd., Hanford, CA. Burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery.
Condolences may be offered at www.peoplesfuneralchapel.com
Arrangements entrusted to People's Funeral Chapel, 501 N. Douty St., Hanford, CA 93230 (559) 584-5591.
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Memories and Condolences
for Teresa Lopez
Lawrence/ Landis Family
January 14, 2011
The Lawrence, and Landis Family wish to express are sincere thanks for all the cards,flowers,food,masses,phone calls,and support given us in this time of sorrow, for are beloved "Tessie".Thanks to all, and God Bless.
Lawrence/ Landis Family
January 14, 2011
The Lawrence, Landis Family, wish to express are sincere thanks for all the cards, flowers, food, masses,phone calls, and support given us in this time of sorrow,for are beloved "Tessie".Thanks to all, and May God Bless.
Sandra Sanchez
January 7, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Linda Stolliker Guecho
January 3, 2011
I want Bill,Angie,Cathy Chrissy,and Billy to know that I loved Tessie alot. She was a good friend and always called me her cousin.She said she respected me because I was always a listener when she needed to talk.She was at my door when we lost our Brother Dennis.That was so thoughtful. Never will I forget that little girl who got chased by our dog cookie down the lane when she tried to sneak over the house.Love you and god bless you.
leticia Vasquez
January 2, 2011
I met Teresa through our grandson little Mychael, the times we spent together with little Mychael I knew Teresa loved that little boy with everything in her big heart! She's looking over him even now he was her pride and joy and I admired her for that, she's gone but will never be forgotten. I see Teresa whenever I look at little Myhael's face! OMG they look so alike, even Teresa use to joke about it, saying that her and little Mychael had M&M lips! I know you are Mychael's guardian angel from heaven now, because you were, even when you were here on this earth!! God Bless You & Rest In Peace
Cat Big Sis
December 31, 2010
Tessie was born on: October 8, 1960.
Cat Big Sis
December 31, 2010
My Dear Baby Sister; May God hold you close in the greatest Kingdom of Heaven. I'll Luv you forever, and ever.
Michael Landis
December 31, 2010
I love you nanna and I miss you. You were a wonderful grandmother to me you were always there for me if I could bring you back I would love you always your grandson Michael Ryan Landis Jr.
Elizabeth Stolliker-Garza
December 24, 2010
Dear Angie and Bill, Our prayers are with you in your time of deep sorrow. We love you and can only hope for the day we will all be together again, one big family in our Lord's house. God Bless you.
Tami DeSimas-Boyer
December 24, 2010
The Lawrence, Landis & Lopez Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Tessie's passing. Back in the day when I babysat for Cathy & Wes for Candace we were all friends. May God Bless you in this time of loss.
Joann Barron Crenshaw
December 21, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Wes Mello
December 20, 2010
Bill & Angie and the Lawrence Family I am truly sorry to hear this sad news, all of you have my deepest condolences during this sad time.
Tessie will always be remembered by me. Cathy take care call if you need to talk. Love Always Wes Mello and Family
sheila parker
December 20, 2010
i also went to school with her.i went to pioneer and high school.and seen her throughout the years. so sorry to hear this. so young my prayers are with her family and friends. sheila silkwood parker.
Cindy Smit-McBee
December 20, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Kathy, Billy, Chrissy:
I am so sorry to hear about Tessy. I remember playing with all of you out in the country when we were kids.Tessy was so full of spunk and life even then and I know she will be greatly missed by all of you. I will be praying for you all in your grief.
R Eck(Machado)
December 20, 2010
So sorry for your loss....May God look after her in Heaven....
Rochelle(Biba) Eck
December 20, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Tessie, I grew up with her....Me and my family were friends with her family a well.....She left this earth so young, my prayers are with her family....
Sincerely yours,
Rochelle,Janelle,Leonal,Tonyo..Machado
sherry hickey-hutsell
December 20, 2010
Tessie and I go way back to 1978. We were good friends for awhile. She went into labor with her son at my house, she called her mom to pick her up. She and I keep in touch for many years. Tessie was fun and had a beautiful smile. I hadn't seen tessie for a few years, I will always remember her and the good time's we had.
Linda Guecho
December 20, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
December 20, 2010
Peace be with the family. Marie Campbell Simpson
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