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Teresa Dunn Obituary

Terri L. Dunn died peacefully, July 28, 2005, at her home in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She was born in Sycamore, Illinois, on June 14, 1951, to the union of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Banes. She is survived by her husband, Joe Dunn; their dog, Nik; and a sister, Jo Ann Gustafson of Rockford, IL. Arrangements are being made by Swan Law Funeral Home, 501 Cascade Avenue, 719-471-9900. Viewing will be Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Service will be Thursday at 10:00 a.m. A private graveside service will follow.

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Published by The Gazette on Aug. 2, 2005.

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Matt and Tricia Roots

August 3, 2005

Joe- I was saddened when I learned of your wifes passing. My heart go's out to you in this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bonnie Monatt

August 3, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss, Joe. I knew Terri only briefly in a professional capacity when she wallpapered my new home 12 years ago. She was warm and a delight to have in the house. I pray for your healing.

Jack & Jackie Cornhoff

August 2, 2005

Joe, Jack and I were very sad to hear of Terri's passing. She will be missed by many. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy. Jack & Jackie

Kellie Case & Rob Willis

August 2, 2005

Joe & Nik, We are so sad to hear of Terri's passing. She was a wonderful, beautiful person who will be greatly missed by all those she touched. Blessings to you and your families. We love you and will keep you in our prayers, Rob, Kellie, & Tara

Bob "Hack" & Nancy Hackworth

August 2, 2005

Joe, Our hearts are breaking for you & Nik. Please know that we are here for you- to talk or just listen. Here is a favorite poem of ours with your Terri in our thoughts, and you in our prayers..




After Awhile . . .

author unknown



After awhile you learn

The subtle difference

Between holding a hand

And chaining a soul.

And you learn

That love doesn't mean leaning

And company doesn't mean security.

And you begin to learn

That kisses aren't contracts

And presents aren't promises.

And you begin to accept your defeats

With your head up and your eyes ahead

With the grace of a woman

Not the grief of a child.

And you learn to build all your needs on today

Because tomorrow's ground is

Too uncertain for plans

And futures have a way of falling down

In mid-flight.



After awhile you learn

That even sunshine burns if you get too much.

So you plant your own garden

And decorate your own soul

Instead of waiting for someone to bring you flowers.

And you learn

That you really can endure,

That you really do have worth.

That you really are strong.

And you learn

And your learn

With every goodbye

You learn . . .

Don & Nellie Martin

August 1, 2005

Joe, Our deepest sympathy goe's out to you, along with our prayers for Terri.

Jim and Terri Rose

August 1, 2005

Joe,

Our hearts were deeply saddened when we heard of Terri's passing. Please know that you are in our prayers.

Bob Wolf

August 1, 2005

Joe, Everyone here at Mortenson is sad to learn of Teresa's passing. You and Teresa are in our thoughts and prayers in these tough times.

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