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2011
Theresa Dexter Obituary
Theresa Marie Dexter, 53, of Simi Valley, passed away at her home on Dec. 26, 2011. Her family was by her side as she peacefully drifted off.
Teri was born Theresa Marie Hilmes on Nov. 8, 1958, in St. Louis, Mo., the first of five children to Richard and Elizabeth Hilmes, and was the beloved wife of Robert Dexter for over 32 years. They lived together in Simi Valley for 25 years. Growing up in St. Louis she attended Rosary High School. She met her husband Robert in 1978 at the Steak and Shake Commissary and they were married in 1979.
Bob and Teri moved to California in 1982 where Teri attended Moorpark College and California State University, Northridge. She earned her Associates, Bachelors, and teaching credential. For the past 15 years she has worked as a teacher in both elementary and middle school. She loved teaching math the most and always had a passion for making education fun.
Teri loved to go camping and hiking. You could usually find her riding her bike with her good friend Sue on the weekends. She also loved sports, especially football and baseball. She never betrayed her hometown always rooting for the St. Louis teams. She was a happy hostess and loved to serve her self-proclaimed "World Famous Chili." But most of all she enjoyed being with her family, having fun with friends and teaching her students.
Teri is survived by her husband, Robert, and her three children, Jenny, Angie and Kevin. She touched the lives of many people with her smile and generosity and maintained her courage and positive attitude all the way to the end.
She will be sorely missed by countless family, friends, coworkers, and students and her presence in our life is a gift we will always be thankful for.
A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, at the Reardon Funeral Home in Simi Valley.
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Memories and Condolences
for Theresa Dexter
Sue Ralph
August 31, 2018
I still miss you everyday.
Michelle Shuster
January 24, 2012
Teri...you were the most positive, loving person. Always a bright outlook no matter how difficult the situation. I loved working with you back in the preschool days and I loved our continued friendship. You have touched so many people and their life is better for it. You are greatly missed.
Much love, Michelle
Sheryl Ritzman
January 8, 2012
I had the pleasure and honor of teaching with Terri several years ago. She was a genuinely GOOD person i.e. one of the best! Terri was smart, dedicated to teaching, and devoted to her family. She was a wonderful listener, too. Terri, I will miss you dearly.
Isabella Wagner
January 1, 2012
Mrs. Dexter was my language teacher. She was always so nice and patient with us, she was the only reason I wanted to go to language. I will miss her so much. I'm so sorry for her husband and children.
I will never forget you.
Tanner Payton
January 1, 2012
Mrs.Dexter was both my math and language teacher this year. She taught well and made learning fun. it will not be the same without her.
Holly Ralph
January 1, 2012
You will forever hold a special place in my heart. We are going to miss you,but we are never going to forget you. Love you,
David Nelson
December 31, 2011
My kids are Andrew & Heather Nelson. They both said that Mrs. Dexter was one the Best Math teachers @ Mesa. She will be missed by all her Students & Staff Members of Mesa Verde Middle School.
The Nial Family
December 31, 2011
My daughter had Mrs. Dexter for math 2 years ago. She made it fun and interesting. Never a fan of math, my daughter loved her class. My daughter will never forget Mrs. Dexter! She will be missed at Mesa by all.
December 30, 2011
Sorry to hear about Mrs.Dexter. My grandson had her in 6th grade. He loved her. She was a great person and will be truley missed.
Kyle and Sharon Reed
Rachael Huffman
December 30, 2011
You were like another Mother to me. I hope to be able to raise a family that is as close and holds such great values as you raised yours to have. I am so lucky to have had you in my life and I see so much of you in Ang so your strength, love and ability to light up a room lives on through your children. Thank you for being in my life. I hope to use the example of strength you have showed me is possible in my own life, as I am trying to use it today already. I love you Teri you will always have a price of my heart.
Jessica Pugliese
December 29, 2011
All I've been hearing for the past 4 months since my daughter met you is...."Mrs. Dexter is Awesome!!" (practically every day) You will be greatly missed. Thank you so much for all the love you have poured into our kids. Tremendous loss for our community. Lots of love from Jessica & Julia Pugliese
judy windle
December 29, 2011
Dearest Teri,
You took care of my children when they were babies. I know that you were loved by many. I am heartbroken. Too young, way too young.
Judy
Charlene Renteria
December 29, 2011
You will be missed
Cathy Mitchell
December 29, 2011
Teri, I remember when we were little girls and your mom called you "Theresie", we ran barefoot through the neighborhood, and your amazing generosity was already budding with your backyard carnivals to benefit Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. I will miss you, and I hope to be reunited with you some day.
Kaitlin Chau
December 29, 2011
I have enjoyed helping you in the morning and seeing you at school everyday. I'm glad I have had the wonderful privilege to now you. You are the best. Mrs.Dexter I will miss you dearly and your wonderful personality, and your great smile. May you rest in peace with the knowledge that you have change people's lives in you own special way.
Trevor Schultz
December 29, 2011
Mrs. Dexter, i just started to really love math because of you... you were my favorite teacher and you were soooo funny and sooo nice. it wont be the same when we go back to school with out u there. we miss you.
stevie cohen
December 29, 2011
Rip Teri. Your truly missed you were a wonderful person. We love you ..
Kenneth Hawkins
December 29, 2011
Mrs. Dexter will be sadly missed! I know, Bob, that you are in a world of deep hurt and thoughts and prayers are with you now!
Sue Ralph
December 29, 2011
I will miss you everyday Teri. My heart is broken, as is everyone's. I know you are are peace now.
Teresa Robles
December 29, 2011
I will forever treasure our friendship of more than twenty years...we were more than friends,,we became family...no holiday was complete without the Dexters...cookie decorating,Christmas caroling and light hunting when the children were young, Easter egg hunts and bowling on Thanksgiving and so much more. Teri has always been an inspiration..always kind, caring, positive and strong. She amazed me as she battle breast cancer without a complaint,,always so positive and strong. she faced this final battle with the same strength and dignity. she will forever be in my heart.
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