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Theresa Goldsmith Obituary
Waterford - Theresa Goldsmith, 67 (better known as Terri), of Waterford, Conn., passed away peacefully on the morning of March 3, 2019, after a brave but brief battle with cancer.
She was born May 14, 1951, to Edward J. Edgar and Katherine H. Edgar in New London, Conn. Terri attended St. Bernard High School before spending time at Mitchell College. Her life was dedicated to her family, friends, and the Jewish education of future generations.
She married the love of her life and soulmate Marc H. Goldsmith in an intimate ceremony on May 25, 1979. Following in the footsteps of her mother, Terri was an accomplished gardener. As her garden blossomed and grew, so did her love of the birds and butterflies that inhabited it. She taught elementary age children at both Solomon Schechter Academy and Temple Emanu-El Hebrew school. Terri was known for her energetic and ambitious arts & crafts projects which often culminated in original plays and musical performances. Throughout her life she was a beacon of positive energy, spirituality, kindness, and warmth throughout the southeastern Connecticut area and among the Jewish community in particular.
Terri is survived by her loving husband, her son Zachary I. Goldsmith; her stepson David Goldsmith with his wife, Molly Steele, and their children, Rose and Asa; her sisters Aimee Annibalini and Judy Ward with her husband, John; and her brothers Edward J. Edgar Jr. and Daniel Edgar with his wife, Karen.
A celebration of her life will be held at Temple Emanu-El, 29 Dayton Road, Waterford, Conn., 06385 on March 5, 2019, at 7 in the evening. In lieu of donations or flowers sent to the home, it was Terri's wish that people would plant pink lilies to increase hope and happiness in this world as well as raise awareness about cancer.
Please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com to leave a condolence message for the family.
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Mary Mehalco
March 8, 2021
Milky you were such an encouragement to me at PSD New London so many decades ago. . Like most young people I didn’t realize how truly wise you were but I truly knew in my heart that the advise you offered was 100% correct. I will always remember and miss you until we meet again.
Mary Mehy
March 8, 2021
Milky you were such an encouragement to me at PSD New London so many decades ago. . Like most young people I didn’t realize how truly wise you were but I truly knew in my heart that the advise you offered was 100% correct. I will always remember and miss you until we meet again.
Russell Smith
March 24, 2019
Marc I was sad to hear of terri's passing. I hope you keep the faith and keep playing your music! Russell Smith
March 24, 2019
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Helen Synodi
March 11, 2019
Dear Marc and family,
My sympathies for your loss. Our loved ones are never forgotten. May her memory be eternal.
Steven Reardon
March 8, 2019
Marc, Zach & David: Each one of us must let the hand go of one that we love to one that we have not yet met. The memories that they leave behind are what love it made of. Having lost Birdie two years ago this month also to a brief battle with Cancer - I truly know how you feel. One thing death can not steal from us are memories those will live on in your hearts forever. My deepest sympathy and prayers to you at this most difficult time. Rest in Peace Terri.
Steve Reardon - Stonington
March 7, 2019
I have many fond memories of working with Mildred at St. Davids. My mother, who died in 2010, was most endeared to her and together they volunteered for many events. They enjoyed each others company!! She was an amazing woman and I wish her God's peace and love.
Maureen Davis Reubelt
Laura Lonardelli
March 6, 2019
My condolences to the family. Its been a long time, you are not forgotten. Sandra and Donna, be well.
Joe & Lisabeth Cypriano/Billingsley
March 6, 2019
Terri will always be for us the outstanding example of the words of ancient wisdom, "All the happiness in the world is brought about by those who seek not their own but only the happiness of others."
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