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Teri Yale Obituary
TERI LYNN YALE
Of Alexandria, VA, passed away on December 24, 2010 Christmas Eve, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 57. Born on October 26, 1953, Teri was a native of Vestal, NY. She attended Vestal Schools and graduated from Binghamton Central. Teri worked as a computer specialist for National School Boards Association for many years. She enjoyed motorcycling with Lady Riders, Inc. and Southern Cruisers Riding Club, Fairfax Chapter. She loved her two kitties, bird-watching, tending to her backyard, and visiting craft shows. Teri touched the lives of many friends with her friendly and gentle manner. She is survived by her loving parents, Richard Yale and Nancy Blair Yale, of NY; sisters Margi Fendt (husband, Art), of NJ, Kelley Romano (husband, Michael), of NY, Catherine Abbott, of NY, and Jackie Pittarelli (husband, David), of NY; and brothers Gary Yale, of CA; Richard Fahey, of NY, and Joseph Fahey (wife, Denise Contento), of NV; nieces Leah, Oriel, Jill, and Abby Romano, and Jennifer and Rebecca Didio; and a nephew, Anthony Romano. She was predeceased in 1967 by her mother Audrey Yale. Services are pending in New York and Alexandria, Virginia. Donations in Teri's memory would be most welcome to Capital Hospice, Food and Friends, Caring Bridge, or Lotsa Helping Hands, agencies which were of great help to Teri during her illness, and which can be found online.
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Memories and Condolences
for Teri Yale
Tom Boltik
December 20, 2019
1R, I still ride with a piece of you in my heart. Stories of you live on, and smiles are shared. We miss you...
-signed-
Your brothers and sisters in the Southern Cruisers
Seems like this road leads to Heaven
Windy Mountain
March 16, 2011
Thank you so much who ever it was that told Gary to contact me. We're emailing after 34 years. Been wondering about him forever. My sympathy to the entire family over the loss of Teri. She sounds like a wonderful person. I wish I could have met her, perhaps on high. God be with you all in your grief. My father, Bill Short, passed away yesterday after a long illness, so we grieve together. Hope you enjoy this photo I took of a high Sierra highway (near where Gary lives). So beautiful it seems to lead to Heaven to me. Thanks again, Windy Mountain
Carmen J. Head
March 15, 2011
I am just learning of Teri's passing. She and I were co workers for three years at the National School Boards Association. While we worked on seperate floors and in different departments, we always had great conversations about life in general. I pray that Teri has crossed over into the realm of perfect peace. May her family and friends find comfort in the memory of her great smile and kind hearted nature.
Windy Mountain
February 18, 2011
Hello,
I came across this obituary while looking for an old friend, Gary Yale, from Arnold, California. I'm wondering if anyone knows if Teri's brother Gary ever lived in Arnold in the late 1970's. Teri looks much like the Gary I remember in the photo at the top of this guest book. I saw the picture of Teri and Gary but so much time has passed I'm not sure if it's him. I have something VERY important to tell him after all these years. Please email me through this website if you think it might be the same Gary or have him do so. I've allowed others to contact me. Thanks, Windy Mountain
Larry and Dodi Newman
January 18, 2011
To all the Yales we knew in Vestal, many years ago. We knew Teri as a child and a teenager when she lived in Vestal and we lived in and around Binghamton, NY. We lost track of each other for years, then Teri found us after we moved to Virginia. We are surprised at Teri's early death and very sad. We send our heartfelt condolences to all of Dick and Nancy's family.
January 18, 2011
To Teri's family...
We were so sorry to read of Teri's passing. We were so glad to be in touch with her after such a long time being out of touch. She was a lovely woman.
Nancy and Ed Watson
Phyllis (Molyneaux) VanHart
January 15, 2011
Margi, Kelley, and Yale family, please find comfort in all of the wonderful memories of Teri. As evidenced here, she was truly a special person to countless people. She leaves behind a lasting legacy. My heart goes out to you as you celebrate her life and mourn her passing.
Pam Trindle
January 9, 2011
My condolences to Teri's family. Teri and I were roommates for several years before life took us different directions. I was sorry to hear that she had cancer, and that it took her so soon. May she now be at peace.
Donna Moody
January 9, 2011
Margi.. I lived on Echo Road, Teri and I were best friends along time ago. I know you and Teri had a special bond. May she be at peace now.
kate rander
January 7, 2011
I was fortunate to meet Teri one short evening through her dear friend Vicky Lee. We 3 all loved riding our motorcycles. In the brief time we had, we connected. Let's all live full out in her honor! Condolences to both her family & her circle of friends.
Kathleen Branch
January 4, 2011
Teri had such a kind heart and a loving presence. I miss her very much. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Pat Paulson
January 3, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Teri's entire family. Her kind heart, loving spirit and wonderful personality will be missed by all of us that were blessed to have known her. I will remember her easy smile and she always had a kind word for everyone.
Teri's family can rest assured her two cats are well cared for ... I have found a loving home for Purrki, and Minx has adjusted to life with me and I will continue to seek a loving home for her.
Pat Paulson
January 3, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Teri's family. Her kind heart, loving nature, and wonderful personality will be missed by all of us that had the blessing of knowing her. She always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. She may be gone from this earth, but she is not forgotten.
January 3, 2011
Teri.. you touched the hearts of many with your battle against this insidious disease.. ride on in peace 1R...Gutter
Michael Newman
December 31, 2010
Teri-
Thank for taking in Minks and caring for her over the years. I hope she brought you the joy that I know you brought her.
May peace be with you.
J Richard
December 30, 2010
1R----you will be missed--Ride on sister!----'Poor Johnny'
December 30, 2010
My sincere sympathy to Teri's family. I hope that you will find comfort in knowing that she is is at peace, and knowing that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. I will pray for your comfort and strength through this difficult time. Myra Maxwell, Upper Marlboro, MD
Teri, Dave and Christine at Nats Town July 30 2010
Christine Heiby
December 30, 2010
Dave and I received this picture as a Christmas present on Christmas Day. It was taken the last time the 3 of us were together. Teri enjoyed the baseball game immensely. What a gift to treasure.
Vicky Lee
December 29, 2010
I met Teri in the Lady Riders when I, too, was a "biker babe." But later on, our friendship endured through many other interests she and I shared. I am so deeply saddened and traumatized by her sudden departure from us, and I will never forget her beautiful, humble spirit.
Susan Varkonda Hatch
December 29, 2010
I am so saddened by the passing of my great friend Teri. She did fight hard. Out of anybody else I know she loved life and lived it to the fullest everyday. I along with everyone will miss her terribly. May you rest in peace my sweet girl.
Harry Newman
December 29, 2010
Teri was my tenant, sharing a house with me for over twenty years. It was a pleasure to know her, and to work with her around the property. She enjoyed simple pastimes: nature, friends, and riding her motorcycle. I can't recall her ever being really angry or complaining.
She was somewhat shy, but also friendly to whomever she met while out walking. She was well known and liked in the neighborhood.
Teri had her life and her routines pretty well worked out and settled. She should have had many more years to enjoy them. Regrettably, she passed way too soon. It will be a long time before I can accept that she's not just outside the window, walking about the yard in the sunlight.
My deep condolences to her family.
Barbara Randle
December 29, 2010
Alan and I will miss you.
Brenda Greene
December 29, 2010
Sincere condolences to all who will miss Teri. May fond memories comfort us all now and in the future. She will be missed.
Ann Flynn
December 29, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Teri for many years. Her positive personality and many talents will be missed by our staff. Please take comfort in knowing how much she was valued and appreciated at this difficult time.
Teri at my 50th birthday party!
Christine Heiby
December 29, 2010
To Teri's family -
My husband Dave and I were very saddened to hear of Teri's passing. We spent many wonderful vacations with her at the Outer Banks and several trips to our cabins on the Rapidan River. She had a great spirit and a joy in nature. We will hold her forever in our hearts.
David Heiby
December 29, 2010
Words cannot express how sad my wife and I are feeling about Teri’s passing. We were good friends with her, having met her during boot camp in the late ‘90s. Each fall, she would share a vacation cottage with us on the Outerbanks of North Carolina. The three of us got along like a small family, where we weathered “blows”, enjoyed afternoon cocktails on the beach, ate oddles of crab legs, enjoyed good Corona, fretted about hurricanes, went searching for wild ponies, went on bird watching tours (where the mosquitoes ate us alive), kayaked and had a good time. We have many, many other great memories of Teri and can say that she was one of our favorite persons. Our dogs adored her, as did all animals she met. We loved her deeply and are mourning her passing. This past summer, we introduced her to our passion of the Washington Nationals baseball, inviting her to my birthday celebration at the park July 30. For Christmas, we received as a gift, a framed picture of Teri, my wife and I at that game. Little did we know that while we were admiring that picture, that she lost her battle to cancer the day before. Sadly, we did not know that her cancer had returned and wished that we had had the time to say goodbye.
Dinah Fisher
December 29, 2010
Teri (1R) was such an incredibly nice and gentle person. And strong and brave. She was also fun to be around and she was a fabulous motorcycle rider! As she often said, "motorcycle riding is my passion". She rode it...in 2009, she put on 11,310 miles. We belonged to the same two riding clubs and she was on, or leading, most rides I went on. She will be in my heart on all future rides and I'm hoping she watches over me on all wicked twisties! I miss her.
Elizabeth Partoyan
December 28, 2010
I am so saddened at the loss of Teri, a truly beautiful person and a joy to know. I wish all of her loved ones peace as you remember all that Teri was and all that she gave to our worlds.
Roger & Betty Savidge
December 28, 2010
Dick and Nancy,
We wish to express our sympathy on the passing of your daughter, Teri. It is most sad when our children do not survive us.
Margaret Suslick
December 28, 2010
Teri was a very great lady. She was the salt of the earth. She was loyal and loving, and never had a hard word to say about anyone. She richly deserved her many, many friends, who will miss her very, very much.
Mattie Parker
December 27, 2010
My heart is saddened by the loss of our dear colleague/friend in our department. I will miss Teri dearly. I extend my prayers to her family, friends and co-workers. God Bless!
Mattie Parker
December 27, 2010
My heart is saddened by the loss of our dear colleague/friend in our department. My heart rejoices that she left peacefully and around family. Teri was a great person and will be greatly missed. I extend my prayers to all her family, friends & co-workers....God Bless!
Corey Preville
December 27, 2010
Teri was a friend and valued riding partner during a difficult time in my life. She was warm, caring, and someone you just knew you could always count on. She was also a heck of a motorcycle rider. She will be missed.
Snuffy, Southern Cruisers, Loudoun VA chapter.
C.J. Pfeifer
December 27, 2010
Sympathy and prayers to Teri's family. Teri was simply stated, a GREAT person; she always had a kind word to say, and a bright smile on her face. Teri and I spent hours and hours riding together ..... I'll always remember the good times and Teri on her blue bike.
Barbara Moody
December 27, 2010
Teri was a wonderful colleague. I enjoyed working with her so much -- her intelligence, sense of humor, and always calm demeanor were bright spots in every work day. I will miss her so very much.
Sharon Truesdell
December 27, 2010
Teri was a co-worker and friend, how lucky I am to have had her in my life. You are missed.
Carrie Carroll
December 27, 2010
My heart is so saddened that Teri has passed away. Teri was truly an amazing woman. She was a great colleague. Her quick wit, candor and genuine kindness was something that I always admired. She was just a true pleasure to be around. I will miss her greatly. My love and support goes out to her precious family and dear friends during this difficult time.
Linda Turgeon
December 27, 2010
My prayers are with Teri's Family and her LadyRider friends. I did not have the chance to meet her last August but was please I was a part of the LadyRider group even though I am in OK now. God be with all your Family and Friends.
Sheila Corson
December 27, 2010
My heart goes out to Teri's family. Teri and I were good friends in high school but lost track over the years. My thoughts are with you.
Sheila (Novicky) Corson
Roxanne Gilley
December 27, 2010
I have only met Teri through this remembrance of her; she sounds like a wonderful spirit who Blessed the lives she came into.
May she rest in Peace.
Teri & I at Smokehole, WV
Jonalee Estores
December 26, 2010
I met & knew Teri only for a short time. I've gone on rides with the group where Teri was with us. It's sad to know that she's gone here from earth, but we must rejoice & look forward, we'll be seeing her again.
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Wayne,Papasmurff Bryant
December 26, 2010
My you now ride pain free and in Peace. You will be greatly missed.
Wayne Papasmurff1 Bryant.
Virginia State Officer , Southern Cruisers Riding Club.
Lisa Varouxis
December 26, 2010
Teri was truly one of the most genuine people I've ever had the pleasure to meet. I enjoyed her company on the rides and trips we took together and with others.... My best to her family - I understand your sorrow.
Tom Boltik (VT800C)
December 26, 2010
If it wasn't for Teri's support, there would be no Fairfax Chapter of the Southern Cruisers. We were co-second officers, and the times I counted on her are to numerous to fathom. I know she has gone on ahead of us, to scout the route, and is carving the curves between the clouds with a full tank of gas. Our sympathies goes out to her family as well, our sorrows are shared with your loss. Prayers Up.
Sally Beavers
December 26, 2010
It is so hard to express the shock that we are all going through with the passing of Teri. She was a kind, loving lady who I will miss forever. We had so much fun together. Prayers and hugs to everyone.
Kathleen Ecott
December 26, 2010
Teri was a funny laddy and a kind friend, she will be missed so very much.
John Journell
December 26, 2010
Teri,
You were a very big part of our club and it is terrible to think that you won't be riding with us any longer. She loved riding a motorcycle and riding with our chapter and her friends I am glad I got to ride with her to places like Gettysburg, Johnstown, Pa.,, Smokehole, Wv., and Key West, Fl...I'm serious, Key West! She was very actve in our Southern Cruiser chapter and we were all praying that she would be riding with us again. May God bless her spirit as we are eternally greatfull and blessed for having known her.
- John Journell, First Officer, Fairfax, Va Chapter, Southern Cruisers Riding Club
Eileen Kelly
December 26, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Our breakfast with Gary and Teri
Heather Matthews
December 26, 2010
I am so very sorry to hear Teri has left us. We had a wonderful breakfast not too long ago. My thoughts are with you all, Heather
Paul Matthews
December 26, 2010
Gary, Dick and Nancy, Kelley, Joe and families,
This has hit me like a rock. I'm so sorry to hear this. I go back a long way with all of you. I will miss Teri, and I will be thinking of everyone.
TAMMIE HOTALING
December 26, 2010
Kelley, I am shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of your sister Teri. I have many great memories of your family when you all lived on Glenwood Rd in Vestal. My sincere sympathies to your whole family. Tammie L Hotaling
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