Teres Ryan

Teres Ryan was born on December 8, 1934 in Chicago, Illinois. She grew up in Denver, Colorado where she found her love for dance and theater. She graduated from Denver University in 1956. At 22, she moved to California. She stayed in the San Jose area for most of her life.

Teres was an outstanding, dedicated educator. She taught 5th and 6th grades for 25 years in the Morgan Hill School District. Her teaching legacy lives on in her daughter and two of her grand-daughters. She retired in 1993.

Teres was known as a best friend to many people due to her loyalty to her friends. At The Villages, she enjoyed playing bridge and going to Bible study every week. Her love of photography and her competitive nature kept Teres busy looking for places to take the best photographs and then editing the photos to be ready for the monthly competition. Her photos will keep our memories of her alive. She loved these activities, but mostly she loved being with her dear friends.

Teres was also known for her fierce love of her family. Teres’ husband, Daniel Ryan, passed away in 2007. However, she was blessed with four children: Steven (& Linda), Zann (& Mike), Quinn (& Rebecca) and Daniel. She dearly loved her six grand-children: Devon (& Joyce), Bryan (& Bianca), Roy, Nicole, Lauren (& Jacob), Emily and one great grandchild, Felix. She always took time for her family and was a big part of their lives. She put her children above herself.

Last December, she celebrated her 90th birthday in grand style. Her family and friends joined her in a happy celebration with great food and Johnny Cash music. The party is now a wonderful memory of her joy and love. She was so happy to be with friends and family. She will be forever missed by all who knew her. The Lord blessed her life and now she is forever in His presence.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Montgomery Center on Saturday, May 10 at noon.