Theresa Egbert

Theresa Egbert obituary, Hannibal, MO

Theresa Egbert

Theresa Egbert Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by James O'Donnell Funeral Home, Inc. - Hannibal on Oct. 3, 2025.

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Theresa L. Egbert, 69, of Hannibal, MO, passed away at 4:06 AM, Sunday, July 20, 2025, at her home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, July 24, 2025, at James O'Donnell Funeral Home in Hannibal, MO. Burial will be at Salem Cemetery in Center, MO.
Friends and Family are invited to Theresa 's Life Celebration at a visitation that will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Thursday, at the funeral home.
Theresa was born September 8, 1955, in Pinckneyville, IL to Lacy Thomas and May Jean Carman Thomas.
She was married to Ron Egbert on October 5, 1974, in Oakwood, MO. He survives.
Other survivors include her two children, Denice Craven (Brad) of Hannibal, MO, and Brian Egbert (Lahka) of Columbia, MO; two brothers, Dan Thomas (Sue) of Hannibal, MO, and Jim Thomas (Heide) of Kewanee, IL; one sister, Becky Tucker (Ken) of Frankford, MO; five grandchildren, Masen Egbert, Nathan Craven (Natalie), Matthew Craven, Wyatt Egbert, and Harper Egbert; two great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Theresa was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Mary Sheffield and Jean Powell; one brother, Bucky Thomas; grandparents, Buck and Maryanne Carman; mother and father-in-law, Ray and Lucille Egbert; one nephew, Kyle Thomas; and one niece, Keisha Maze.
Theresa was a 1974 graduate of Hannibal Public School of Practical Nursing.
Theresa was a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 50 years. Theresa retired in 2022 from Hannibal Regional Healthcare System where she worked in pulmonology for over 22 years.
Theresa was an avid reader, often found with a book in hand, lost in the pages of a captivating story. Theresa loved cheering on her favorite football team, the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Theresa's adventurous spirit shone brightly through her love for the outdoors. She cherished the memories of camping with her husband at Wakonda State Park where she found peace and contentment. Theresa enjoyed going to the YMCA where she was regular at water aerobics. Known for her delicious pies, her lemon meringue and apple pies were among her family's favorites. Above all, Theresa's greatest joy was her family. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and an adoring grandmother. Her children and grandchildren were the light of her life, and she poured her love into every hug, every word of encouragement, and every shared moment of joy.
Pallbearers will be Jason Sheffield, Matthew Craven, Nathan Craven, Terry Manning, Trenton Manning, Jesse Egbert, and Josh Egbert.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Theresa, please visit our floral store.

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James O'Donnell Funeral Home, Inc. - Hannibal

302 South 5th Street, Hannibal, MO 63401

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