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Theresa Roderick-Alderete Obituary
May 17,1945-Mar. 21,2013
Resident of Newark
Theresa passed away on March 21st in Newark at the age of 67. She was a loving mother to Veronica Roderick and Anthony Roderick. Beloved grandmother to Josten, Joslyn, Tulabelle and Marcela. Cherished daughter of Rose Enciso and sister to Phillip Enciso, Sr.. Also survived by her nieces and nephews; Phil, Thomas, Chaty and Ellie.
She was born May 17, 1945 in San Jose. Theresa was Valedictorian of the first graduating class at Newark High School. Theresa retired from Pacific Bell after 30 years of service and then started Alderete Business Visions. She was a member of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Alameda County, Newark Rotary and many other community organizations throughout the Bay Area.
Visitation will be held at Fremont Chapel of the Roses, 1940 Peralta Blvd., Fremont, 94536, on Tuesday, March 26 from 5-8pm with a Vigil service beginning at 6:30pm. Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday, March 27, 1pm at St. Edwards Catholic Church, 5788 Thornton Ave., Newark, 94560. Burial to follow at Irvington Memorial Cemetery in Fremont.
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Weston B.
February 21, 2021
Teri and I were great friends at Pac Bell, and after, as she pursued interests with the hispanic councils and her many future jobs. Her children won’t remember me, as they were too young, but I remember them well, and they visited us in Forestville. We had a great respect for each others desires and accomplishments. After all this time, I still miss her and honor her memory. It was a treasure to make mexican tamales with her and her mother.
JoAnn Robles-Rodriguez
March 19, 2014
It has almost been a year and I think about you all the time. I'll treasure all the good and bad times we have had over the last 45 yrs. I know you are looking down at us and giving us lots of blessings.
Carmen Villa
March 26, 2013
My deepest condolences Veronica, Tony and the rest of the Roderick-Alderete family. I met Terry in 1989 working at that time at the Hispanic Center for Pacific Bell. A role model, mentor and friend!!! I'm blessed as so many others who benefited from having known such a wonderful person. Terry you will live forever through all of us and your memories will carry your legacy for many life times to come.
March 25, 2013
As a friend and colleague of Terry's for over 25 years, her passing will leave a deep void, but she will live on in the many wonderful memories I have of her. I cherish the time I was able to spend with her. Terry has been a part of every good thing that happened in our community. We are all so fortunate to have had her in our lives and to have shared in her intelligence, wit, integrity, brave spirit and caring heart.
Carmen Torres
March 25, 2013
Beyond sad to know that you have left us Terry but so blessed to have been able to have worked with and learned so much from you. No need for you to worry if you will be forgotten -- my friend, your influence, commitment, and dedication to the Latino community will live on forever especially for those of us who will find a way to contribute to our community -- you have provided us with the definitive road map. I will miss you Terry. My love and respect to your familia.
Sonia Perez -The Unity Council
March 25, 2013
My sincere condolences goes to the Roderick-Alderete family. The Latino community,in Fruitvale-Oakland will feel her absence and presence as she was the guiding force for community events, especially Dia de Los Muertos, for many years. Any of us involved in events know that Teri was beyond compare, she could make it happen, anywhere, anytime. I am very thankful to had the opportunity to meet and work with a great person like Teri. We had a lot common and I'm going to miss her dearly. She was such a role modeled to me. I'll never forget you my friend, my mentor and your influence will be felt forever! RIP. Love you Teri
March 25, 2013
Terry was an exceptional soul. A leader, pioneer in the Hispanic chamber movement, a loving and devoted daughter, mother and friend. Terry always smiled, always volunteered to do the work and never complained. She will be remembered and missed by all. Rest in peace, dear Terry as you deserve nothing but glory in the heavens above. Melinda Guzman and family
March 24, 2013
Terry created a great legacy having touched many lives in a positive way. She helped me many many times. Her contacts and strength are unmatched. We will miss her a great deal.
Jesus, Beth and the Vargas children.
Kathy Garcia
March 24, 2013
Veronica and family please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
JoAnn Robles-rodriguez
March 24, 2013
Thersa I'll miss talking to you. You were my BFF. You were a very beautiful person. May you rest in peace
Cousin Linda DeMello
March 24, 2013
Sadly we have lost a beautiful family member who I met yrs past when visiting the family in Calif. My prayers go to her Family. She was very much loved by the Roderick family and so I say rest in peace Theresa you will be missed on earth but you will not suffer no more... Love you more.. and to the children.
Jay Dodson
March 24, 2013
Terry was a good friend and it is really sad to learn of her passing. I first met Terry about 30 years ago at the HCAC and then starting working with her about 12 or 13 years ago at the Unity Council. There was no one like Terry.
There was no such thing as rank with Terry; All were equal. She only wanted to do a good job and it didn't matter who was the boss. She was the best.
Midori Tabata
March 24, 2013
You will be deeply missed by all those you touched.
March 24, 2013
Condolences to your family. I worked at the Unity Council, and remember her well. She was very kind, very sweet person.
March 24, 2013
So sorry to hear of her loss. I worked at the Unity Council, and she was so kind. I knew she was ill, and know, how hard it must be for her family. My sincerest condolences.
Argentina Davila-Luevano
March 24, 2013
Angel and I will always remember Terry has a brilliant woman with many tiny light bulbs waiting to burst forward! You will be missed by so many of us!! May you rest in peace!!!!
Archille Cuyle
March 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to your family. Terry was a wonderful friend, and customer. I will always cherish our relationship and the time we spent together. I love you My friend RIP.
Waymire Family
March 24, 2013
We are very sorry Veronica, our thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Eddie Dominguez
March 24, 2013
My condolences to the family. My prayers are with you during these difficult moments. I remember Tere Alderete well, she was one of the first people to welcome me to the Bay Area in 2000 when I arrived from Los Angeles. She was an inspiring person, enthusiastic and always giving back to the community she so loved. RIP
Fremont Chapel of the Roses
March 23, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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