Theresa Contri
September 16, 2014
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Theresa Ann (Carroll) Contri, 82, passed away September 16, 2014 at the Norwalk Nursing & Rehabilitation.
Theresa was born April 7, 1932 in Des Moines to John and Ella (Shope) Carroll.
Theresa is survived by her loving husband, Larry; children, Pam Contri, Anthony Contri and Karen Contri and Micki Addison and Brent Addison; son in-law, Greg Medcalf; 11 grandchildren, Jessica, Jason, Ryan, Mariah, Renata, Ben, Trevor, Michael, Scott, Nick and Ella; 12 great grandchildren; sisters, Eleanor McLaughlin and Rosie O'Reilly; and many nieces and nephews. Theresa was preceded in death by her daughter, Anna Marie Contri-Medcalf, her sisters, Mary Kolinoski, Frances Knight, Margaret Brosnahan and Agnes Jolly; and a host of extended family and beloved friends.
Theresa was first and foremost a Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She instilled a belief of inner strength, courage and responsibility in all of them; by example, a little Irish magic and what seemed like boundless energy to share herself with of all of them. In this, the most important job on the planet, she was a star performer.
She also worked for Northwestern Bell and later was a manager for the County Line Convenience Store until her retirement in 1995. Theresa was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church, Catholic Daughters and the Catholic Order of Foresters.
Her Family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation and to give a very big: “THANK YOU” to the whole staff at the Norwalk Nursing and Rehabilitation Home; You were so great to My Wife and Our Mother, you showed loving care and patience in addressing her needs and so many of you went far beyond your duties in providing care. Also our: Thanks to St. Jude with their team of professional and skilled individuals.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Alzheimer’s Association or Christ the King Catholic Church.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Bruce and Goddaughter Kathleen Chester
09/18/2014
My memories of Aunt Dolly are the way she was so silly and goofy with her sisters..laughing all the time. It's difficult to think of her being gone, so memories are a precious thing. Uncle Larry, Pam, Tony, and Micki...We are so sorry for your loss.
v. thompson
09/18/2014
My sincere condolences to the family of Theresa Contri. May you find comfort in your loving memories, and in God's promise to soon "swallow up death forever" and "wipe away the tears from all faces." (Isaiah 25;8) With deepest sympathy,
Ellen Akkerman
09/18/2014
I did not know your mother but have known you Pam for many years and just want to express my sympathy. She isn't in pain now.
Mark E. Blunck
09/18/2014
To Pam, Family, and Friends of Theresa. I wish to express my sympathy to all who knew Theresa, and hope that her life will be an inspiration to everyone. May the fond memories continue to bring happiness for her time on Earth, and that she is now experiencing celestial events and people we can only dream of. Godspeed to a well lived and well loved life.
Chuck & Mary Dally
09/18/2014
We were saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and friends during these difficult times.
Our sincere Sympathy to all,
Chuck & Mary Dally
Ann (Akkerman) Snowgren
09/18/2014
I am saddened by the loss of Mrs. Contri and know that she was loved by a lot of people. I hope the family can come together to celebrate her life and remember her in her better days.
Rhino Crash
09/17/2014
We are glad you were able to be with your family during this time of need. Our collective hearts are heavy with sympathy. Im sure your mother would be proud of how you run your company with strength, courage and responsibility and how you have fostered a sense of family with all past and present employees. Know that all Rhinos have you and your family in our thoughts and your extended family here in Albuquerque, and Huntsville, will be here for you upon your return.
Mike, Cathy & Noah Huber
09/17/2014
Uncle Larry, Pam, Anthony and Micki. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You can be comforted by knowing she is now at peace and reunited with my mother and some of the other family members who have gone before her.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Mike, Cathy and Noah Huber