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Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Saturday, JANUARY 3, 2026, for a visitation from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. A service honoring and celebrating her life will follow at 12:00 pm. A private interment will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park.
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STURTEVANT – Teresa Lee Dillard, 66, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, December 21, 2025.
She was born in Racine on April 3, 1959, the daughter of the late LeRoy and Arleen (nee Barrows) Bower. Teri graduated from St. Catherine’s High School in 1977.
She married George “Doc” Dillard on February 14, 1993. He preceded her in death on March 26, 2013.
Teri retired from SC Johnson as a paralegal and was also a former co-owner of Hiawatha Bar and Grill in Sturtevant.
Teri loved to be outdoors fishing and camping. Her happy places were the lakehouse on Lake Mason at the Wagon Wheel Campground in Briggsville and the family cabin in Saint Germain. She was an exceptional cook and considered cooking her love language. In her retirement she shared her passion for cooking by creating her own business “Teresa’s Catering” which she ran through the family business. She also enjoyed watching the Packers and Brewers, especially at the Hiawatha. However, Teri was happiest in the company of her family and friends.
She is survived by her children, Justin Joseph Barkley (Rishana), Joshua Dean Barkley, and Réna Marie Dillard; her grandchildren, Adeline Arleen Barkley, Jonathan Jorge Calverley, and Harlee Rae Andresen; her sister and brother, Tammy Graceffa (Parrish) and Tim Bower (Annette); as well as numerous dear sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Saturday, JANUARY 3, 2026, for a visitation from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. A service honoring and celebrating her life will follow at 12:00 pm. A private interment will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park.
Deb Hamilton says
Teri, We will miss you so very much. You are loved and now you’re at peace with God. Love & miss you, Deb Hamilton
Martin says
Hello Teri, your smile and kindness will always remain with me. The privilege to attend your celebration to renewing your wedding vows was spectacular. I really enjoy helping with breakfast for “the bikers”. Your presentation techniques for perfection has been put to use. You gave so much and ask so little. I wiil always be grateful for luncheons we had at J wax. You will always be my Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious beautiful friend.
Blessed Be and Peace Be Still.
Martin
Karen Perez says
Rest in peace, my beautiful friend.
Jeannie Roscizewski says
So sorry t o see you go ! My heart goes out to you and all the loved ones you leave behind 💔
Jeannie Roscizewski
Diane Matter says
So sorry to hear 🙏’s to for the family
Sandy Salas/Gibson says
So sorry to hear this. I used to have sit on her at Village Foods when I worked there . Sandy Gibson
Donna Reed says
Remembering many good times throughout the years,
I believe 1972 was the beginning for us at Gifford Junior High School. You will be missed by many because you were loved by all. R.I.P. my friend.
Anonymous says
The Sullivan family sends condolences and positive thoughts to the family. So many great memories!
John Morris says
RIP my friend,prayers
Joyce Kenna says
God Bless Your Family and Friends. A GREAT Woman Will Be Missed By All.Rest In Peace.
Terri Bowers says
Terri Bowers to Teri Bower
Forever in my heart ♥
Barbara Crocco says
So sorry Rena to hear about your mom, deepest condolences to you and family. May mom rest in peace.
Mike and Nancy Harmann says
So so sorry to hear Terry will be missed 😥Tammy and fam in our thoughts and prayers 🙏
Dell Erickson says
Teresa I’m going to miss you so much when you come up fishing in Fremont we had so much fun my condolence to your family
Silvia Ortega says
Oh Teri, I still can’t believe this! You will be missed my friend and not forgotten.
George & Tracy Markiewicz says
I will always remember Terry as a sweet caring soul who loved family. She showed her love not only through her words, but through her actions, especially when she helped my wifes family during a time of need by supporting her family benefit. Also with the passing of my parents taking care of their celebrations. I will miss seeing her smile n our conversations catching up. Her kindness, generosity, and love will forever remain in our hearts.
Carol Hawes says
Sympathy, love and prayers to Teri’s family. A beautiful woman will be missed by so many … taken way too soon.
RIP Teri
The Hawes Family
Jean, Laurie & Greg, Carol & Pat, Jay & Vicki, Dave & Linda
Jessica Hubrich says
Growing up as Rena’s Bestfriend I spent a lot of time at your house. You guys were like my second family. When my parents were going through a divorce and times were tough you guys took me on a vacation to Florida and it was my first time there . From accidentally getting a non virgin Pina colada, to George teaching me to “properly” use a fork and knife, to Rena catching a pelican when we were fishing it was a time to remember. Or pulling over before we went over bridges because you refused to drive over them haha. You also took rena and I dress shopping for one of our dances and bought my dress. A majority of my childhood memories include you and Rena. You will be missed so much. Only plus is that your finally reunited with George . Much love to the family.
Lance 'Budda' Tussler & Margie Gerber says
We cannot think of any words to convey how deeply sorry we are. Terri’s memory will forever be a reminder of the joy she brought to those who had the privilege to have known her.
All Our Love
Budda & Margie
Carrie Amos says
It now seems to have been a blessing to have a quiet conversation with you at the snowmobile club dinner. We laughed and I enjoyed that you shared your organized catering notebook with me. Most often, I saw you in passing at Hiawatha and we exchanged a smile, a hello, a goodnight, or a quick hug, but that night we sat together for short time and spoke about your passion, your work. It is a nice memory and one I will cherish.
Clara (Minardi) Pappenfuss & Donny says
Dearest Tammy and Family, I have great memories of Terri surprising me at my 70th Birthday party on our Lake Shish, with her appetizers and lighter on a chain,!! I really got to know her that weekend, She will be MISSED by Many!!! RIP Terry with Doc✨🙏✨
Larry and Carol Erbe says
So sorry to hear of Terri’s passing. Was out of town til the 4th.
Catherine Brown says
Dear Tammy and family.:
I am so sorry for your loss of your beloved sister, Teri. She was a good person and will be missed by many. She can be reunited with her husband now.
With love,
Cathy Brown
Tammy Schmidt says
Oh my friend, I will miss you. The laughs we had together will be forever with me. Love you! 💔