Theresa (Terri) Marie Finn

Theresa (Terri) Marie Finn obituary, ST. PAUL, MN

Theresa (Terri) Marie Finn

Theresa (Terri) Finn Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 24, 2024.
Theresa "Terri" Marie Finn (Wethern), aged 71, lost her battle with cancer on August 19, 2024, in St. Paul, MN. Born on September 2, 1952, Terri, as she was affectionately known, was a beloved figure in her community and cherished by her family and friends.

Terri embarked on her career journey by owning two gift shops, Mickey Finn's, located in Hudson, WI, and Redwing, MN. Her entrepreneurial spirit and flair for design eventually led her to establish Designs Unlimited, where she provided interior design services for client homes. Later, she managed Healtheast gift shops at Woodwinds, St. Joseph's, St. Johns, and Bethesda, where her keen eye and caring nature made her a favorite among staff and visitors. After retirement, Terri continued to engage in her passion for retail by working at Orvis in St. Louis Park.

An attendee of St. Joseph's Academy, Terri was known for her artistic flair and love for the arts. She was an avid piano player and enjoyed attending live theater and music performances. Terri and her husband Ray shared a passion for traveling, exploring new places together and creating lasting memories.

Terri was a dedicated family woman, survived by her husband Ray, sons Dustin (Jacquelyn Lafayette), Charlie (Ashley), daughter Heather McDonough (Brent), and her adoring grandchildren Andrea, Emily, Erin, Jillian, Brock, Riley, Skylar, Keelin, Henry, and August. She also leaves behind her siblings Mary (Bill), Bernard (Sherri), Philip, Clare, Margaret, Anita (Tony), John (Amy), Lori, many nieces, nephews, and beloved friends. Terri was preceded in death by her parents Frank and Lois Wethern, and her brothers Thomas and Francis.

A Celebration of Life will be held on September 22, 2024, at the Muriel Sahlin Arboretum 2525 Dale Street North, Roseville, MN 55113 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with a short program at 3:00 PM. Attendees will gather to honor her life and the joy she brought to so many.

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September 22, 2024

Nicol Peterson planted trees.

September 13, 2024

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September 13, 2024

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Barbara Garland

August 30, 2024

Terri and I met in Bali where we had powerful mystical experiences that bonded us as soul sisters We cried hard and laughed even harder. Her beautiful mothering spirit lives on forever in my heart

Monique Jaeger

August 26, 2024

Where does one begin? I could write pages of adoration of my beloved friend who became more like a sister over the years. There are too many special moments to pick from. Pickleball last fall became the loved activity we shared at the end and bound me to both Terri and Ray (her husband) to feel like a sister and brother. Terri's presence in my world drove me to strive to be a better person.
I am so grateful, blessed and appreciative of such a beautiful gift God gave me when our paths crossed on this earthly journey. God in the heavens thankyou for sharing Terri with us. The memories are golden.

Lynn Laverdiere

August 25, 2024

Always a beautiful smile and a kind soul. RIP sweet lady!

Julia Lizama

August 25, 2024

Terri will always be remembered as kind, loving and generous. She loved life and all that came along for the "ride". Her ability to gracefully engage with people was a joy to observe. Her presence is missed each day but the impact Terri made on the team will live on. Miss you so much.

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