Young, Teresa
1937 ~ 2025
Teresa Helen (DeGurse) Young, age 88 years, passed away surrounded by family, on Thursday, August 21, 2025. Beloved and devoted wife of 62 years to the late Donald “Don” Young (July 1, 2025). Loving mother to Joseph (Elizabeth) and Anne Marie (Kenneth). Cherished grandchildren are Eryn, Sarah and Michael. Special aunt to many nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. Dear sister-in-law to Stephanie, Joanne, Mary and Margaret. Predeceased by her loving parents, Frank and Helen DeGurse, parents-in-law, Russell and Ida Young, sister, Mary, brothers, Joe, Jim and Tom, sister-in-law, Anne and brother-in-laws, Bert, Blake, and Bruce. Teresa was an inspiring role model to all generations of her family.
Teresa instilled the values of hard work and the importance of education. Teresa was a dedicated, professional and beloved teacher for 31 years.
Teresa was always generous to help others. Teresa was a life-long member of St. Joseph Church, Corunna, Ontario. Teresa was a member and volunteer with the St. Joseph Church Catholic Women’s League (Corunna, Ontario), Moore Agricultural Society and Canadian Diabetes Association (Diabetes Canada). Teresa received several community service awards.
A person of great faith, love of family, strong work ethic and inspiring courage, Teresa was loved by all and will be tremendously missed.
A special thank you to the Doctors, Nurses and Staff of Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Hospital Acute Care of Bluewater Health.
Donations to St. Joseph Church Building Fund (Corunna, Ontario) or Bluewater Health Foundation Cancer Clinic would be appreciated.
Visitation at Steadman Brothers Funeral Chapels on Friday, August 29, 2025 from 3-7 pm with Prayers at 6:45 pm by Deacon Chuck Stevens. A Celebration of Life will take place at St. Joseph Church, Corunna, Ontario on Saturday, August 30, 2025 with Words of Remembrance at 10:45 am followed by Mass at 11 am. Father Ray Lawhead will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial.
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Deep Sympathy and love to the family of Teresa Young. So sorry we were unable to attend Celebration of Life of such a beautiful woman.
Sincere condolences to a wonderful family.
Love & Blessings
Glen & Joan Brown
Young & DeGurse Families – May time ease your sorrow and memories bring you peace. Sorry I was unable to attend the visitation or funeral for Teresa to extend my sympathy in person.
Anne Marie and Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. I hope you can find peace and comfort in all the memories you have of her and the wonderful times that Michael had spending time with his grandparents as he was growing up. Thinking of you.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Maureen
Anne Marie & Family, I’m so sorry for what you & your family are going through. Losing your Dad & now your precious Mom. I was so honoured to be able to share with your Mom just how much I appreciated her over the years, at your Dads visitation. She was the strength that I needed in all my kids going to Kindergarten. Her warm & loving demeamour made it easy to transition from home to school. Mrs Young has been a topic around our table for years & will continue to be. All the kids stories of her & her sweet ways. She made a difference in our lives & we are forever grateful for knowing her. May God comfort your family & give you peace as you mourn such a loss. Our mothers are so precious. God blessed you with yours. Much love & prayers to you all.❤️ (I’m sorry I can be there to celebrate her)
Anne Marie, Joe & families,
Sincere condolences to you on the passing of your Mom. What a loss of both parents in less than two months. May you be comforted by the many prayers being offered, as well as memories that will come to mind as time passes.
Evelyn Shaw
So sorry to hear about your mom and dad’s passing Anne Marie . Chas and I send our heartfelt prayers and sympathy to you and your family .
Joe, Anne Marie & families. So sorry to hear of Teresa’s passing. I have very fond memories of Teresa and Don. They were a wonderful couple.It is comforting to know they are together. May they test in peace.
Joe and Anne Marie. Our sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. She was a lovely and kind lady. Growing up, we couldn’t have had better neighbours. I have very fond memories of life on Telfer Sideroad.
Cliff and Grace Mitchell
Anne Marie and family: Heartfelt condolences to you and all the family. Your mom was a wonderful lady and a great teacher to our children. We have many fond memories of school and baseball years gone by.
Joe, and Anne Marie, my condolences to you and your families on the loss of your Mother.
Anne Marie our deepest sympathy on the passing of your Mom. Holding you all up in prayer as you navigate the passing of your parents. So close together. There love for each other and for their families were very evident in all they did. Love and Prayers
Joanne and Mary,
So sorry to read about the passing of your sister-in-law, Teresa. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. May pleasant memories bring you peace.
Michael and Cathy
Ann Marie & Joe and family: please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your Mom, and gramma. May God wrap you all in his arms and comfort you with much love from friends and family.
Mrs. Young… that’s the name I’ll always remember. My kindergarten teacher. I can only imagine the number of people who refer to her this way. She was a class act. She made every student feel like they mattered. My brother Joshua and Eden both got to have her as their teacher as well. What a life of impact! We all were just talking about her and so thankful for her life. She reminds me you don’t have to be famous or fancy to have a massive influence in this world. Her Legacy lives on in all of us. Thanks Mrs. Young for your life.
To anne marie our condolence go out to your family on your mom teresa nice lady. From bill and ethan long from wallaceburg.
When I saw her we always had good visit.A neighbour to the west of me. Thinking of her family. God bless.
Anne Marie and Joe and families. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Many good memories. Hugs
It is always the brightest lights that are hard to say good bye to. My mother Barbara Armstrong and myself met your mom as well as Joe and AnnMarie at Bridgen Public. Your Mom had such a gentle and encouraging spirit about her, with that easy smile she gave when talking with her. Joe, AnnMarie and family, our deepest sympathy to you all while you learn to live without her and your father all in one year. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Joe, AnnMarie and families were so sorry to read of your mothers passing. She was a beautiful lady. Our thoughts and prayers go out to yous during this difficult time.
Dear Anne Marie and Joe …. I want to send my deepest sympathy for your loss. Your parents were wonderful people: kind ,helpful and always fun to visit. I will always remember your mother’s warmth and friendship They were wonderful neighbours: your Dad put up with me and my brother trailing after him ,as kids, asking innumerable silly questions.
Fondly,
James Tennyson.
Dear Anne Marie, Joe & Families,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother and Father. They were both warm and wonderful people, and they made great contributions to the community. I have known the Young family since childhood and I had the privilege of working with Teresa for several years.
Sending Love,
Cindy (Fader) Kramer
Anne Marie and families. So sorry to hear of the passing of Teresa. A beautiful lady and she will always hold a special place in our hearts. 🌹
Dear Anne Marie and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Words cannot express my heart for you all at this time.
My prayers continue.
Kathy McCallum
Don and family and DeGurse families: sending our sincere sympathies, keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
To the family of Teresa, her passing, so close to Don’s, as if she knew he was ok and she could now join him. Such a lovely, caring and kind woman. She was a favourite teacher to my children and will be remembered for her patience and warmth. Many will share fond memories as you mourn her passing. Sincere condolences.