Theresa Grasso Ritchen

Sadness on so many levels. Theresa will always remain in my heart and in my mind as Aunt Terry who gave me the gift of music. I loved Aunt Terry and still do.

Terry was a true friend.

Mrs. RItchen played such an important part in my life. She fostered my love for music and singing (which I went on to major in while in College) and gave me my first solo! More importantly, she gave self-confidence to a shy nerdy kid. . . . . I remember her showing us West Side Story, taking a trip to Lincoln Center and singing Madrigals for the first time. . . . A few years later, when I was in High School, she found me upset at a NYSSMA festival because I had no piano player - so she...

I was so very sorry to hear the news about Terry from Gerry Johnson. Ed, you have my deepest sympathies, also Billy and Barbara. I met her when I married Fred Grossman who taught at the Babylon HS. She was a charmer, and she and Ed worked so well together. The loss is unbearable, but yet must be lived with. It makes me so sad. Warm sympathy hugs to all.

Terry was the consummate professional in all she did. Knew her briefly as I was a newcomer to the Charleston music scene around 1994. When I joined the Singers Guild I remember how orderly the administrative things were run by her, leaving Emily Remington to do the music. She welcomed me and made me feel at home very quickly.

Thank you to all who have reached out to us and given us so much comfort in our time of great loss. Mom was an extraordinary women, not only accomplishing goals in many interests for herself, but inspiring those around her to do the same. She was a true artist, not only using her hands and ears to listen to and create beautiful music, but later on as well, using her eyes and artistic vision to create wonderful floral displays. She will be missed beyond words and I thank you all again for...

Just will never forget such a wonderful person. She was always so delightful in everything she did. I loved working with her on the computer. They were such wonderful memories, our laughs and especially the trials and tribulations with computers! Love you, mimi

My Aunt Terry was bigger than life. Her impact on all our family was incredible. Her sense of humor,and dry wit and generosity will always be remembered and missed. I am overwhelmed by her loss, but so grateful for the memories.

I knew Terry from her TRACE days. I had just started teaching in Charleston and she was one of the most pleasant, helpful and encouraging people I met. She was a wonderful leader and advocate. My sincerest condolences to her family.