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Teresa Whitman Benz, passed away peacefully at the age of 63 on November 3, 2024 with her loving family by her side after an ongoing battle with cancer. Teresa was born on March 31, 1961 to Larry Whitman and Lynda Howard Whitman in Mooresville, NC. She graduated from North Mecklenburg High School in 1979.
Teresa was the matriarch of her family, who included her husband of 41 years and her two loving children. Teresa loved her family with everything she had, and was the most excited when she finally became a grandma. She loved spending time with her three grandchildren, Aria, Scarlett, and Luke. Next to time with her grandchildren, her favorite pastime was sitting on the beach basking in the sun. She was the most loyal friend, and was always willing to give the shirt off her back to help anyone she cared about. She was gifted with a green thumb and always had the most beautiful flowers in the spring and summer months.
Teresa was preceded in death by her father, Larry Whitman. She leaves behind a husband of 41 years, Larry Benz, her mother, Lynda Blackwelder, two children, Justin Benz and wife Alida, and Heather Benz, and three grandchildren, Aria, Scarlett, and Luke.
There will not be a public service, but family and friends are invited to Locust Community Center, 2890 Officer Jeff Shelton Dr, Locust, NC 28097, on November 16th from 2-5 PM to honor Teresa’s life.
If you would like to send arrangements, please send them to 8340 Pompano Rd, Harrisburg, NC 28075. In lieu of arrangements, donations can be made to GoFundMe or VIA Hospice (https://www.viagiving.org/
Carolina Cremation is assisting the Benz family of Harrisburg. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Michele Kelly says
I worked with Teresa at atrium call center she was a friend she will be missed
Sheree Larson says
My heart hurts for the Benz family. I will pray for them.
Teresa was a beautiful person kind loving big heart that she give shirt off her back for you.
I met Teresa 30 yrs ago at Harrisburg elementary when our boys played T ball. We became friends and friendship grew over 30 yrs. We hung out together, travel together. Did everything together. She became my BFF. My heart is broken and I’m lost without her. But I no she no longer in pain. She has her beautiful Wings now as she watches over all of us. I love you Teresa. Til we meet again. 💖
Linda Bumgarner Whitman says
My heart is broken from the loss of my stepdaughter, Teresa. She was the most loving and giving person in my life and the only child I would ever have. She is with her dad now and I know the reunion is joyful. My heart longs for the day I will see them again.
Keisha Rooplal says
I love you dear friend. Thanks for showing all of us what a great human looks like. May your wonderful legacy live on within all who knew you🩵
Norma West says
Teresa was a wonderful and vibrant person as well as a great friend. I will miss having her in my life. I will always remember her wonderful smile and laugh.She was the best.
Stephanie Omeara says
Teresa worked for me many years at Levine Cancer Institute and was more than just an employee. She became family and was always going above and beyond her duties as well as our official party planner! My heart is broken and just doesn’t seem real. Sending lots of prayers to her family, whom she cherished more than anything. Love
Jen Pirri says
Teresa was such a beautiful person. We have had a lot of laughs over the years when she came in to get her hair done. She will be missed. God bless you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donald Benz Jr says
Larry and family I am very sorry for your loss.
Joe Belscher and Sandi Wulff says
Our condolences to Larry and his family. “A good heart has stopped beating, but a heart that has touched so many lives can’t help but live on in those it loved”
Ernie & Sue Jefferson says
Teresa was one of a kind. Always putting others first. She will be sorely missed. May she rest in Heaven in God’s unfailing hands.
Radha Goswami says
Mrs. Teresa! We love her so much! Keeping her family in my prayers. I was lucky to work with Teresa at Atrium last several years. She had a big heart and always ready to help with anything! She was so caring. We will miss her!
Lydia & Casey says
I have loss my dear friend and a part of my family. Teresa and I have been friends for over 30 plus years. Words can’t express how my heart is hurting right now. I pray for strength and comfort for everyone that she have touched their lives. My life will not be the same. I will always and forever hold Teresa in my heart. I am for ever grateful to have crossed paths with a phenomenal women, mom, wife and more. She will forever be missed and she deserved to have earned her wings. I love you with all my heart and soul until we met again.
Alvin Evans says
Teresa was A Wonderful Person I enjoyed seeing when I went to Larry’s garage.She always greeted me with a smile and a hug. I’m going to miss her standing at the door to let Luna out so that Luna can get her biscuits. My Deepest sympathy and condolences to the family
Alvin Evans says
Avin & Family. Teresa was a wonderful person who l enjoyed seeing when I went to Larry’s. She always greeted me with a smile and hug. I m going to miss her standing at the door to let Luna out to get her doggie biscuits. My deepest condolences and sympathy to her family.
Alvin Evans says
Alvin Evans & family
Teresa was a wonderful person I enjoyed seeing when I went to Larry’s. She always greeted me with a smile and a hug. I’m going to miss seeing her standing at the door to let Luna out to get her doggie biscuit. My deepest condolences and sympathy to her family.
Ann Piuta says
My heart aches for Teresa’s family and for all who had the privilege of knowing such a generous, beautiful woman.