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In memory of

Theresa Susan Renteria

San Jose, CA

October 15, 1963 - November 9, 2024

Oct 15, 1963 - Nov 9, 2024

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In memory of

Theresa Susan Renteria

Passed

November 9, 2024
Born

October 15, 1963
Resided

San Jose, CA

Thank you so much to everyone visiting this site. We miss Terry tremendously and would love to have you share your favorite memories of her on this website.
We’re looking forward to seeing you this Friday as we gather to honor and celebrate the beautiful lives of Terry and Charlie. Your presence and support mean the world to us. As a reminder, the memorial is from 11am-12pm at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in San Jose, and immediately after we will be going to The Moose Lodge for their celebration of life until 5pm.

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Theresa Renteria, born October 15, 1963, peacefully passed away on November 9, 2024. A woman of sharp intellect, fierce passion, and endless warmth, Theresa lived a life marked by purpose, compassion, and an unwavering dedication to education and community.

Theresa is survived by her sons, Nicolas Carrillo and Alejandro Carrillo, and her daughter-in-law, Lura Noyes. She is also deeply missed by her sisters, Helen Renteria and Rebecca Vasquez, along with her two beloved dogs, Olivia …

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I am saddened to hear of the passing of Charlie and Terry. I’ve known Terry since she was a young teacher at Cassell. W…

I am saddened to hear of the passing of Charlie and Terry. I’ve known Terry since she was a young t…

I am saddened to hear of the passing of Charlie and Terry. I’ve …

Theresa was a shining star in the ARUSD. I worked with her for 24 years at Cassell. She was a leader in the school an…

Theresa was a shining star in the ARUSD. I worked with her for 24 years at Cassell. She was a lea…

Theresa was a shining star in the ARUSD. I worked with her for …

For 20 years, Theresa and I taught together at Cassell. She was someone I admired and was a mentor when I first starte…

For 20 years, Theresa and I taught together at Cassell. She was someone I admired and was a mentor…

For 20 years, Theresa and I taught together at Cassell. She was…

Some people shine too brightly to ever be forgotten. Terri was always one of my favorite; I admired her for her strong …

Some people shine too brightly to ever be forgotten. Terri was always one of my favorite; I admired…

Some people shine too brightly to ever be forgotten. Terri was a…

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What were Theresa's favorite vacation spots?

Hawaii & Disneyland.

Hawaii & Disneyland.

Hawaii & Disneyland.

What were Theresa's favorite sports teams?

Giants, 49ers, Warriors, and Sharks.

Giants, 49ers, Warriors, and Sharks.

Giants, 49ers, Warriors, and Sharks.

What were Theresa's favorite artists or styles of art?

Van Gogh, Matisse, and Picasso.

Van Gogh, Matisse, and Picasso.

Van Gogh, Matisse, and Picasso.

What were Theresa's favorite books?

Rain of Gold, The Good Earth, and anything written by her sons.

Rain of Gold, The Good Earth, and anything written by her sons.

Rain of Gold, The Good Earth, and anything written by her sons.

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Born

October 15th, 1963

Had a child, Nicolas Carrillo

June 25th, 1990

Had a child, Alejandro Carrillo

November 14th, 1996

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Alejandro Carrillo

Carolyn Barnaba

Cause of death

Kidney disease

Method of disposition

Cremation

Created with love by Lura Noyes (Theresa's daughter-in-law), Alejandro Carrillo and Nicolas Carrillo.

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