Teresa A. McGovern

Teresa A. McGovern obituary, Pleasantville, NJ

Teresa A. McGovern

Teresa McGovern Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 11, 2021.
Teresa A. McGovern, 59, of Pleasantville, NJ went home to be with the Lord on Friday June 11, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Darby, PA she was the loving daughter of the late Joseph and Margarite (McAteer) Abate. Teresa was a graduate of Sharon Hill High School class of 1980. Teresa worked at various restaurants in Philadelphia as a waitress. Upon moving to South Jersey Teresa worked at several casinos for over 25 years, the last of which was Showboat Casino. Teresa was well known throughout the community for rescuing local stray cats and dogs. Teresa will be missed and fondly remembered by her son; Cody McGovern and brother; Stephen (Barbara) Abate, Michael (Geraldine) Abate, Christopher Abate. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made in Teresa's memory to the Atlantic County Animal Shelter, 240 Old Turnpike, Pleasantville, NJ 08232. To leave condolences, pay respects, or share a special memory of Teresa please visit www.jeffriesandkeates.com. Arrangements entrusted to Jeffries and Keates Funeral Home, 609-646-3400.

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June 6, 2025

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June 24, 2021

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Evelyn Donovan

June 6, 2025

Dearest Terry, I always thought of you so lovingly. Your at peace now. I know your heart was beautiful. Your son Cody has been the most amazing person to come into our lives. Please RIP knowing that your son is loved and so you you. Love you Evelyn

Evelyn Donovan

January 5, 2023

Terri, your love for your son lives forever in his eyes. I loved you and I thank you for being in our family. Especially with Cody! We love him with all of our hearts. Just like you did! Angel dear please rest knowing we are family and forever we will have your son , Our Cody engraved in our hearts. You are an angel now living in peace.....

Judy Fecondo

June 24, 2021

Rest In Peace Terri. Many good times growing up in Folcroft. My condolences to the Abate family and her son, Cody.

Paul Sharp

June 24, 2021

My heartfelt condolences to The Abates and Terry's son Cody. Steve, Mike, & Chris, your sister was always kind and friendly to our family across the street. My mother, sister Colleen, and little brother Peter were fond of her. A lot of fun memories of Terry as a young boy playing in the street or on one of our Folcroft Boy's Club teams with one of you. I moved away to California like 20 years ago, hadn't seen Terry, probably since like late 80's, somewhere in Delco I've long since forgotten. Then in 2017 we reconnected on FaceBook. Manay messages back and forth last few years. Actually shared some great memories, videos, pics, etc. of our dogs and kids. Was really cool to catch up. So sorry for your loss. RIP Terry! "HEATHER ROAD!!!

Patti Carpenter

June 23, 2021

Sending our sincere condolences to the Abate family. Rest In Peace Terri

Carolyn Kelly-Shields

June 23, 2021

Terry: We grew grew-up on the same street, in our twenties worked together, and more recently shared our passion for rescuing dogs. I remember the day you brought home your little dog, Louie. I miss you, my friend, but now you can rest peacefully in God's arms.

Owen Morris

June 23, 2021

You were great

Lori Francione Neiss

June 23, 2021

May you rest in peace Terry.

Sandy Collins - Warren

June 22, 2021

Good Bye my friend.Many Great Memorys.You will always be in my Heart ❤.

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