Teresa E. Mcveigh

Teresa E. McVeigh, (69) of Bremerton passed away at home with family by her side on Jan. 6, 2017, after battling cancer for over 4 years. Known to many as Terri or 'T', Teresa was a native of Bremerton; born on May 27, 1947 and raised on a farm just off what is now, Highway 303. She was the third of five children born to Henry McVeigh and Geraldine Spidle.

Teresa graduated from East Bremerton High in 1965, and retired from Puget Power in 1997, after 19 years of service. Throughout her life, Teresa enjoyed writing poems, playing softball, bowling and partying with friends. She will always be remembered for her love of cats, having a green thumb and being an avid and enthusiastic participant from her loveseat, of “Wheel of Fortune”.

Teresa is survived by her daughters Denise (Joe) of Port Orchard and Sarah (Shaun) of Bremerton; step-daughters Michelle (Vince) of Bremerton and Tammy (Jerry) of Mechanicsburg, PA; grandchildren Emily (Ben), Jacob, Zach, Ethan, Ryan, Ali, Justino, Kira; sister Susan (Ed) of Bremerton and brothers Norman (Norma) of Belfair, Dennis of Vashon Island, and David of Bremerton; nieces, nephews and cousins. Teresa is preceded in death by her parents, and husband Glenn.

A celebration of life will be held for friends and family of Teresa on Sunday, February 19 at 2pm at the VFW on Dora Ave. in Bremerton. In lieu of cards and flowers, please make a donation to the Bremerton Food Bank or Multicare Hospice.