"Our thoughts and prayers are with all the families. We have wonderful memories especially Christmas at Grandma's house and Poco. Aunt Francis,Kirk,Michelle and Mike, we are thinking about you."
In loving memory of
Teri Lynn Cary
June 20, 1957 - August 25, 2010
Teri Lynn Cary, 53, of Danville died at 4:21 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.
Born June 20, 1957 in Keokuk, Iowa she was the daughter of Robert and Frances Kurtz Mickelson. On March 7, 2009 she married James "Jim" Cary in Burlington. She was previously married to Lynn Nye.
Mrs. Cary was a graduate of Central Lee High School. She worked as a bank teller for Danville State Bank for the past 12 years.
Teri was a member of First United Methodist Church. She loved to water ski with her boys and her grandchildren. She enjoyed cross stitch, cooking and decorating. She loved to travel and take weekend drives. She especially enjoyed time spent with her family, whom she loved very much. Teri could do anything and everything and could do it well.
Survivors include her husband; Jim Cary of Danville; her children; Joe (Joy) Nye of Iowa City, Jacob (Melissa) Nye of New London, Jerad Nye of Mount Pleasant, Brad (Amy) Cary of Edwardsville, Illinois, Todd (Laura) Cary of Burlington and Suzanne (Tobias) Lunsford of Burlington; twelve grandchildren; five great grandchildren; her mother, Frances Mickelson of Argyle; one sister, Michele (Jay) Sandona of Stevens Point, WI; two brothers, Kirk (Gariann) Mickelson and Mike (Chris) Mickelson both of Argyle and; nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, maternal and paternal grandparents.
Friends may call after noon on Sunday, August 29th in Lunning Chapel, where the family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
The funeral service for Mrs. Cary will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, August 30th in Grace United Methodist Church in Burlington. The Rev. Mike Orthel will officiate. Following the funeral service the body of Mrs. Cary will be cremated. Inurnment will be in Kossuth Cemetery, Mediapolis at a later date.
Memorials have been established for First United Methodist Church, Danville Fire and Rescue and Melrose Church in Argyle.
Tributes
"Joe, Jacob, and Jerad, We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. We have fond memories of her. "
"Teri had a spirit that would brighten ANY room. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time."
"We are sorry for the loss of your beautiful Loved One! May God bless you with comfort knowing She is now a perfect precious Angel watching over all of you! "
"To Teri's family, I am sadden to hear of your loss. You and yours are in my toughts and prayers. I know that her spirit lives on in her children and theirs. God bless you all."
"In memory of Teri. Her light will shine on forever."
"Jim,Jake and I couldn't believe what we were reading in the paper. Our most deepest sympathies to you and your family. God will give you strength and guidance,trust him in this difficult time. You are in our prayers. Jake and Barb Davis"
"Jim, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Teri was a wonderful lady and always had a smile."
"It is hard to imagine that Teri has left us, but her light was bright at Central Lee H.S. and will shine on for eternity in her family and loved ones forevermore. May your memories give you peace."
"Big Jim my prays and thoughts are with you. Terik was a sweet lady.God bless and keep you."
"Dear Jim, children, brothers, sister, and Mom Frances, Our deepest sympathies to all. My Gods hands rest upon your shoulders at this time. "
"Jim and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. May your thoughts and memories of Teri always remain close in your hearts. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time."
"Jim, Out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "
" My deepest sympathies to all the family...Teri was the sweetest, kindest, most humble person I ever had the pleasure to call my friend. she was so proud of her family and was so very happy with her life with jim. I am so sad for this loss of such a special person."
"We are so sorry for your loss. Teri will be missed greatly. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfert. "
"Francis, and family, our prayers, and heart filled thoughts are with you all.God be with you through this sad time."
"Jim- I am so sorry for your loss. Teri was a great woman and was always smiling. I feel priveleged that I got to meet Teri and visit with her at times. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love ya Jim"
"Joe & Joy: My deepest sympathy to you on the unexpected death of your mother. All of us are thinking and praying for you and your family. XO"
"Dear Jim and Children, We are so sorry in the passing of Teri, We know how much joy you brought into her life, Jim. We enjoyed meeting Teri's sons and feel they will be a great support to you, Jim, in the days ahead. They were nice young men that Teri raised!! May God comfort all of you in your great loss. Teri will be greatly missed. She touched so many people in her own quiet way. We are praying for all of you. Lloyd and Mary Massner"
"My thoughts and prayers are with the Cary's, Mickelson's and Nye's. I have such wonderful and vivid memories of growing up and visiting my cousins (Kirk, Teri, Michele, and Mike) on the farm in Argyle. Peace be with you."
"My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Jim. I didn't know Teri that well be she always seemed to have a smile on her face. God be with you in your hour of need."
"It was nice to know that Teri finally found happiness again. It's too bad it was short-lived. God bless."
"You will be missed."
"Teri, was a precious sister in Christ. Always with a smile and offer to help anyone anytime. I will miss you Teri."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. "
"Teri's sweet smile and kindness will always be remembered. Praying that you find comfort and peace knowing we are praying for you,Jim."
"May you find comfort and strength knowing that others are thinking and praying for you and your family in this difficult time. Our prayers are with you."
"My heart breaks for you Jim. She was always smiling when she was with you. You were a blessing to her. Sympathy and prayers are with you, Frances, and your families. "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with ALL of this wonderful family. God be with you!!! Bob and Jonna (Stanton) Kimmell"
"Teri will be missed by many, it was great to meet a nice lady that every time Jim talked about her he had a great big smile. Jim, thinking of you and prayers for your family."