Photo courtesy of N. J. Hogenkamp Sons, Inc. - Coldwater
Coldwater, Ohio
Apr 6, 1940 – Jul 8, 2023
Therese “Terri” Ann Albers, age 83, of Montezuma died on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at her home. She was born on April 6, 1940 in Russia to the late Michael and Helen (Schweitzer) Gepfrey. She graduated from Holy Angels High School in Sidney in 1958 and the College of Mount St. Joseph in Cincinnati in 1962. She was an elementary school teacher for 31 years, beginning her career at Our Lady of the Rosary School in Dayton and retiring from Marion Local Schools. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Montezuma, the Altar Rosary/Christian Mothers’ Sodality of the church, and the Mercer County Retired Teachers Association. In addition, she volunteered as a CCD teacher.
On August 8, 1964 she married Ivo Albers and he survives in Montezuma, also surviving are five children: Steve of Celina, Dan (Misty) of Montezuma, Janice (Phil) Gibbon of Bala Cynwyd, PA, Mark of Atlanta, GA, and Darrin (Samantha) of Fort Collins, CO; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; siblings and in-laws: Wil (Pat) Gepfrey of Lapeer, MI, Paul (Sandy) Gepfrey of Troy, Miriam Macke of Mansfield, Fay Gepfrey of Laughlin, NV, Earl Newton of La Crosse, WI, and Luke Albers of Clayton. She is preceded in death by siblings and in-laws: Rosetta (Herman) Baltes, Gene (Kathy) Gepfrey, Kate (Merle) Frankhouser, Maynard Macke, Jim Gepfrey, Gene (Leona) Albers, Lucille Newton, Vi (Paul) Wachter, and Judy Albers.
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, July 15, 2023, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Burial at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery will follow the mass. Friends may call from 3 to 7 PM on Friday, July 14, and from 9 to 9:45 AM on Saturday at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Coldwater. Memorial contributions may be made to EverHeart Hospice or the charity of the donor’s choice. The family wishes to express their thanks to Jenny Everman as well as the staff of EverHeart Hospice for their compassionate and professional care. Condolences for the family may be expressed at www.hogenkampfh.com.
Read MoreOur condolences to the family of Therese. Therese taught several of our children at Marion Local. What a great teacher and person she was! So thankful for her willingness and patience to work with them and make that time of their lives a great learning experience.
Lester & Jane Homan
July 16, 2023 | New Bremen, OH
My aunt Theresa will be missed dearly by everyone that knew her throughout her life. It is sad that she is gone but we know she is at peace now. Just keep her in your heart and remember the great memories that she left behind for you to share. We love you Aunt Theresa.
Dennis Gepfrey
July 14, 2023 | Davison, MI | Family
Mrs. Albers was my teacher in 5th grade at Marion Local - probably around 1974. She was an excellent teacher,and I will always remember how sweet she was. You have my sympathy.
Marie (Hemmelgarn) Daugherty
Marie Daugherty
July 14, 2023 | Russia, OH | Student
In 1990, I started my teaching career at Marion Local. Your mother was very welcoming, and I so appreciated her willingness to help me. She had a beautiful smile that she'd share with teachers and students all day long. I am sorry for your loss. She was a great person!
Terri Berning
July 14, 2023 | Anna, OH
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Kim Buchinsky & Paul Caron
July 13, 2023 | Warminster, PA
Theresa and I were teachers at Marion Local together. We also had children in the same grades at Celina.
She was a lovely and gentle lady. Theresa will be missed.
My condolences to the family.
Cheryl Davis
July 12, 2023 | Celina, OH | Coworker
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Bryan,Elizabeth,&Katie Piper
July 11, 2023
Our heartfelt condolences for your family during this time. May her memory be a blessing & forever cherished.
Bryan, Elizabeth, & Katie Piper
July 11, 2023 | Lakemoor, IL | Family
I know this is a difficult time, but my thoughts are with you and your family as you grieve. I am privileged to have known her.
Andrew Fishpaw
July 11, 2023 | Centerville, OH