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Obituary

Teresa Arvilla Ewell, lovingly known as Teri, passed away on January 14, 2025, after a courageous year-long battle with colon cancer. In her final days, she was surrounded by her beloved family and best friends, a testament to the love and connections she nurtured throughout her life.

Teri’s vibrant spirit and innate curiosity defined her from an early age. Born in Richmond, California, on May 25, 1955, she was raised in East San Rafael. She …

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Global Vision Place of Worship

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Center for Spiritual Living

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What were Teri's favorite ways to exercise?
Walking
Walking
Walking
What were Teri's favorite ways to spend free time?
Gardening, Teaching drumming/bagpipes
Gardening, Teaching drumming/bagpipes
Gardening, Teaching drumming/bagpipes
What were Teri's favorite games to play?
Pictionary
Pictionary
Pictionary
What were Teri's favorite sports teams?
SF 49ers, SF Giants
SF 49ers, SF Giants
SF 49ers, SF Giants

Timeline

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Born

May 25th, 1955
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Started Bagpiping

1968
San Rafael, CA
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Had a child, Cesar Costales

1983
Ecuador

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Cause of death

Colorectal cancer

Method of disposition

Cremation

Neptune Society of Northern California
Funeral services provided by

Neptune Society of Northern California

Hospice by the Bay
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Hospice by the Bay

Teri's lasting impact
Lasting impact

Teri donated organs

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Teresa "Teri" Ewell