Teresa Lynn Griffith Garcia

September 28, 1961 - January 20, 2020

Teresa Lynn Griffith Garcia, 58, left us Monday, January, 20, 2020, after a prolonged illness. She was at home surrounded by her family.

Born September 28th 1961, in Danville, Virginia to Harold and Margaret Griffith. Never faint of heart, she loved painting, but was known for random debauchery, including tipping cows and breaking into buildings.

Teresa brought light and love to everyone who knew her. She is deeply loved by her friends and family. She loved art, gardening, and had a sharp eye for real estate and purses. Summers were spent camping and on the water with her daughters, traveling the world with her best friend, and long talks with a bottle of wine.

She’s survived by her husband Danny, daughters Emma, Myra, and Michelle, and her parents Harold and Margaret, as well as her loving friends. Her last few months were spent making memories like climbing mountains in Austria, watching her youngest, Emma, get married, loving her sweet cats Loki and Chaplin, and connecting with those she held most dear.

Services will be held 2 pm Saturday, January 25th, 2020 at Altmeyer Funeral Home. Flowers and mementos should be sent by Friday, January 24th, 2020 to 5033 Rouse Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462.

To honor Teresa’s request, and in the spirit of truly celebrating the life she lived, the family asks you to refrain from wearing black.

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Service

Service Information

Date: Saturday, January 25, 2020

Time: 2:00 pm

Location:

Altmeyer Funeral Home - Southside Chapel

5033 Rouse Drive

Virginia Beach, VA 23462

(757) 422-4000 | Map

To honor Teresa’s request, and in the spirit of truly celebrating the life she lived, the family asks you to refrain from wearing black.

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William & Miriam Sussman posted on 1/25/20

We are saddened by the news of Teresa's illness and passing. We had lost touch since she left the Rose Hall dental lab in the mid 90's. We were so grateful when she stepped in to do our lab work during an unexpected time of illness and surgery for me in the mid 1990's. She was an excellent and talented Dental Technician. A great sweet friend and colleague. By the pictures we have seen in the tribute video we can see that she lived a happy and fulfilled life. She deserved it. So sad that it was so shortened. To her loving family, receive our condolences on your great loss. With love, William & Miriam Sussman

Gail Wainright Gaskins posted on 1/25/20

I was not as close to Teresa as most But I did experience her kind and loving soul, I got to know her as a friend of my sister Rachel which led to our mom (Grandma A} watching Emma at their home.when she as very young. I spent many days there helping & doing baking projects with my mom, playing with Emma, and getting to know Teresa. My Mom held Teresa in the highest regard and loved her and Emma. It was during those days so long ago that I came to know the kind and loving soul that was Teresa. I'm know she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family Danny, Michelle,Myra, Emma, and all of the people who loved her.

Barbara &Curtis Cobb posted on 1/25/20

Although our friendship was not as lengthy as many, it was just as meaningful. We experienced so many wonderful events. Always loving, caring and generous. You had a beautiful talent that few possess. You will be truly missed.

lisa martin posted on 1/24/20

Everyone that knows and loves you knows, Heaven just received a beautiful and stylish angel carrying a Louie Vuitton on her wing.

Maria Flengas posted on 1/24/20

Danny, we’re so sorry for your loss. She was so giving. I’m glad I got the chance to know her. She will be missed.

Bryan Lotuaco posted on 1/23/20

You will be greatly missed by everyone Auntie Teresa. You had the biggest heart, and we’re so loving to everyone you came across. Every time we saw you, you always made our day so much better in many ways. I wish we had more time. Rest In Peace, we love and miss you so very much.

Hugh Cobb posted on 1/23/20

Danny please accept my condolences. I met Teresa and Danny through my brother Curtis Cobb. Teresa and Danny were their neighbors across the hall. One of my best memories is of drinking wine with Teresa Danny my brother and his wife Barbara behind the condos on a little terrace. Theresa kept pouring the wine. We all got hungry and raided Theresa and Danny’s refrigerator. Theresa was pulling out ham, biscuits and all kinds of snacks. Thanks for the wonderful memories Theresa and kiss my Mom for me. ❤️

Angelle N. posted on 1/23/20

Myra, you were my childhood best friend. We transitioned from Landstown to Great Neck. Boy what a shell shock. We were best friends then, and you remain dear to me always even now. I ll be there Saturday. Prayers and Light to your family as you need so much of it at this time. Losing my mother was like no other feeling in the world. I know how close you two were. Thank you for the wonderful, most amazing memories and zany crazy antics we would compose and get into. Xoxoxo Angelle

Sheri Pynn posted on 1/23/20

You made the world a brighter place. I am so grateful to have known you!

Oscar and Malou Garcia posted on 1/23/20

We are truly blessed knowing you for over 15 years. Thank you our beloved sister-in-law Teresa for all the support, love and understanding. You have a good heart and a true person. Teresa deserve a special crown in heaven. Words are of no help in expressing our sadness at this moment. Our sincere condolences to Danny and three daughters, Michelle, Myra and Emma.

Kim posted on 1/23/20

Auntie Teresa, Thank you for all the happy memories we had when I was working at the dental lab and visiting you guys at your house. May you rest in peace.

Rachel Hussey posted on 1/22/20

Teresa, I have so many fond memories of our friendship from you playing Cupid and setting me up with my husband on our first date over 30 years ago to working side by side with you in the dental office. We laughed a lot! I love you and miss you.

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