November 26, 1929 - August 27, 2024
On August 27, 2024, Theresa (Terri) Joanne Newport, age 94, passed away with her family at her side. Born November 26, 1929, she was the daughter of Albert and Elizabeth Zentko. Terri grew up as a country girl on the family farm in Indiana, and attended schools in Carbon.
After marrying the love of her life, Harold Newport, they moved to California. Terri loved traveling, going to tea parties, scrapbooking, making holiday and birthday cards, riding horses and watching her grandchildren grow into young adults. She retired in 1993 after 35 years with Pac Bell, later working for Wells Fargo and the Chocolate Factory. Terri was very involved with St. Joachim’s Church having taught CCD, a lector and a member of Daughters of Isabella.
Survivors include Charlene Rivera, Christina (Juan) Newport del Gallego, Brent (Christy) Newport, Lucille (Gary) Christenson, Harold A. (Catherine) Newport and Paul (Rose) Newport; Grandchildren including Anna Marie, Richard, Tommy, Justin, Daniel, Courtney, Callee, Caitlin, Amanda, Doug, Frank, Dawn, Rochelle, Nieccole, and Mica. Preceded in death by Harold L. Newport, Jerry Ward, Sandra and Cathie Newport.
Rosary to be held on September 9th at 9:30 am followed by a Catholic mass at 10am at St. Joachim’s Church, 13392 E Lockeford Ranch Road in Lockeford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joachim’s Church or Hospice of San Joaquin.
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