My friends it is late Thursday evening and this is not the post I had planned to write tonight. Instead I have very sad news to share with you all. Teresa Kasner’s husband Dayle reached out to me tonight to tell me the sad news that Teresa passed away unexpectedly today as a result of her recent illness. He asked me to reach out to her blog friends and let them know that she’s gone as he has no way of accessing her blog.
For those of you that knew Teresa, you know how much she loved her family, her flowers, her friends and her many collections, especially jadeite. She was a wonderful friend to me and I enjoyed our many visits together along with our husbands and other friends. This is just another reminder to me of how fragile life is and how we never know when our time on this earth will end.
Teresa was vibrant and full of life and none of us expected this. I was just speaking with her two days ago and she was warning me not to take NSAIDs if possible, including Aleve and ibuprofen as it caused some of her issues. I’m passing that warning along to you because I know she would want me to.
I pray that Teresa is now in the arms of our Heavenly Father and has no more pain. I know that many of you also cared for her. Please remember her husband Dayle and their sons, Travis and Shawn and daughter Amy as well as the rest of the family in your prayers.
Blessings and love,
Betsy
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5:4
How sad. Theresa was a lovely blogger and lady, and I am praying for comfort for Dayle and their children. Matthew 5:4 is a fitting Scripture you included. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
ReplyDeleteOh Betsy! I am in utter shock. I cannot believe she is gone. I am heartbroken. She has been such a faithful blog friend for so many years and has sent me so many handmade gifts and has just been the kindest most uplifting, positive person. She managed to blog even when she wasn't well. It's just unbelievable. I feel for her family. Dear God give them peace and comfort. Sending blessings to one and all. Hugs to you Betsy. Thank you for sharing this terrible news. I know it must have been so hard for you but I'm thankful Dayle reached out to you so that all her friends would know and could grieve her loss. My deepest and most sincere condolences. xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry for the loss of your friend. Its so sad when a fellow blogger passes on to glory.
ReplyDeleteI'm wondering Dayle, or one of the kids were able to access her Google account, sign out of it. Then when they sign in hit the "Forgot password" option. They could change password and then thry moo would be able to access the blog.
I will pray for Dayle and his family. This is truly heartbreaking.
Oh Betsy πππ’π’ so sad here in Oz. Thank you so much for letting me know via my blog and please take my hugs and love to ease our pain in an unexpected loss of our dear friend Teresa ❤❤ Love to Dayle Shawn Travis Amy Kristy and her grandsons and granddaughters so very sorry xoxoxo I will say my own prayer with love πππ’π’
ReplyDeleteSad for thw loss of Teresa. It was always fun to be with her a few times. Gonna miss her blog posts. Too bad Dayle doesn't know how to get into her blog and share the story. Praying for Dayle and family and friends. ππ
ReplyDeleteOh no! I was just on her blog and feeling worried when I didn’t see a post from this week. I’m in shock now. Please pass along my sincere condolences to all of her family and many friends, including you and your husband. My prayers and thoughts would be the same as yours. I will greatly miss her presence in blogland π’ I already do.
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Such very sad news, many thanks Betsy for letting me know. I’m sure Teresa will be much missed. Please send my thoughts and best wishes to her family. B x
ReplyDeleteOh, such sad news. I always read Teresa's blog, and occasionally comment. I know you will send Dayle and all the family, our love and thoughts. Thank you for letting us know. xx
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry Betsy to hear about the loss of your dear friend, and a friend to so many other people too it seemed. Sending lots of love and prayers. As you say life is very fragile. xx
ReplyDeleteOh Betsy, such sad, sad news. I’ve followed Teresa for many years and it’s hard to imagine her no longer being there. I will pray for Dayle, and her children and grandchildren. May she rest in peace.
ReplyDeleteHello Betsy. I happened across your message on Lucy's Attic24 blog, and although I've only recently discovered Teresa's blog, I have really enjoyed her photos and stories about everyday life. My thoughts and best wishes are with you all as you mourn her loss. Hugs from Australia xx
ReplyDeleteBetsy, thank you for posting this, I had been so worried about Teresa. I’m so heartbroken for her family that she loved so dearly, and all of her friends. It’s so hard to believe she is gone. What a force in the universe she was.
ReplyDeleteSincerely, Jessica
I am so shocked!! I had just sent her an email! Thank you Betsy for sharing this sad,sad news with us. My heart goes out to Dayle and all her family and am sending them via you Betsy my deepest heart felt condolences. I have know Teresa for so many years... she has definitely left her mark... R.I.P dear blogfriend! Amanda )-:
ReplyDeleteSuch sad news Betsy. Teresa was a lovely lady. Thinking of Dayle and family.
ReplyDeleteHello Betsy
ReplyDeleteI just knew something was not right, when I saw that Teresa had not posted on her blog for a few days. This is very sad news and I will miss her and her blog. I have followed her blog for many years and corresponded with her about various things - especially when she put me in touch with the maker of her much loved silver crochet hooks. My thoughts are with her family at this difficult time. Thank you for letting us know.
Best wishes from Australia,
Dee
Thank you for posting Betsy. I had been worried about Teresa...she had emailed me the other day but said she still was not feeling well. So very sorry to hear this news.
ReplyDeleteI am in shock. Complete shock. I was just sharing with her my tips for dealing with ulcers since I have had them since I was in my teens. This year has been such a challenge for so many. Her posts always brought so much joy. I will keep her family in my thoughts.
ReplyDeleteIt is very hard for me to express my feelings right now :-( I was reading yours blogs for years and you are somehow part of my life... I was waitinf for new Teresa's post since Friday and I was really worried these days... I will really really miss her
ReplyDeleteI am so very sorry for her loss. (hugs) Praying for all, especially her family.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about Teresa. I too was worried when her usual blog did not turn up.
ReplyDeleteAlthough I never contacted her or left a comment on her Blog it was always the first thing I looked for when I opened my computer. She will be sorely missed
as her granddaughter i can say that she loved all of her blog friends very much.
ReplyDeleteMany thanks Jenna for this thoughtful post! My condolences to you and your family. I will miss her tremendously. )-: Amanda
DeleteDear Jenna, as one of her blog readers I wish you and your family the strength, the comfort and the love of the Lord!! I was always looking forwards to her blogs, which were warm, loving and happy!! She will be missed! Lots of love, Janneke, the Netherlands.
DeleteDear Jenna, we all loved Teresa so much. She was such a steadfast and loyal friend. I can only imagine how devastated you all are. Please extend our condolences to the entire family. Blessings to each and every one of you.
DeleteDear Jenna, please extend my condolences to her family. She was a lovely woman and I always read her blog posts before reading others as they were interesting and happy. She spread joy around her. My sympathy to you - you had a lovely grandmother. Regards, Robyn
DeleteDearJenna ⚘❤ she is so loved by so many. Take my gentle hugs for you all ππ
Deletethank you all for your condolences. she cared for you all very much
DeleteOh my I am so sorry. I checked out her blog and I am certain I would have liked her she has such beautiful photos and a really cute Scottie dog:) My sympathy to you...reminder to all the bloggers leave directions how to get into your blog! :)
ReplyDeleteDear Betsy, thank you very much for your email today - the incredibly sad news. My thoughts are with her family in what is a very difficult time for them all. Teresa will be dearly missed, not only in our blogging world. xx
ReplyDeletePrayers for her dear family and friends. I loved her blog for the beautiful photos, projects and all the neat stuff she collected. I always enjoyed seeing the lovely projects she made, and her lovely art. All the sweet photos of her family and friends, too. She will be truly missed. As you said, now she can rest in the loving arms of our Lord.
ReplyDeleteI’m so sorry to hear this very sad news.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your post.
I hope Dayle with feel able to read these comments & accept the condolences from Teresa’s many blogging friends.
RIP Teresa.
This news is too terribly sad. She was such a bright and lively woman. No, I can’t think what losing her can mean to the people who knew her personally. I’m so sorry, so grieved.
ReplyDeleteI just cannot take in this sad, sad news. I have visited and commented for many years. Exchanged cards and I am just devastated by this.
ReplyDeletePlease pass on heartfelt condolences to Dale and family. Anne - copperbeechcrafts x
I'm so sad to hear the news, thank you for letting us all know. Teresa's blog was always a delight to visit with all of her lovely photos of her beautiful home and garden. I saved a link for her and looked forward to catching up most days. Also,through her I discovered your blog, and several others who've posted here today.
ReplyDeleteMy condolences to Dayle and all her family.
I’m so, so sorry to hear this sad news. I have read and loved Teresa’s blog for many years. Her cheerful, beautiful posts were so uplifting. My thoughts are with her family and friends.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry about your friend. I knew her only because I would see her post on other's blogs. I will remember her family in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteThis is such sad news. I have been waiting for Teresa's new post and I thought she might be having a difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are for Teresa's family, friends and blogging friends. RIP Theresa. You will be so missed.
ReplyDeleteSad news indeed. I'm glad she got to enjoy her lilacs and other blooms when she got home from the hospital. She'll be missed.
ReplyDeleteI am so sad to hear this news of Teresa's passing. I had just recently found her blog and could just tell by her posts how lovely and caring she was. Praying and asking God to be with Dayle and family and her blogging friends to give comfort and peace at this time.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update on Teresa. The blogging sphere has suffered a great loss. She also enjoyed crochet and her blogs were very positive. She will greatly be missed.
ReplyDeleteThis is just so sad. I adored Teresa. She was so lovely and supportive of my blog and never failed to pop in and leave a comment. I found her inspiring and so delightful. I am devastated for her beautiful family and hope they can read these messages of love and support. Sending so many ((hugs)) (as Teresa signed off on her comments on our own blog posts) to Dayle and all the family. Last year I also had a health issue as a result of NSAIDs so it is tragic if this contributed to her passing. Sending all my love and condolences from Australia xox Louise
ReplyDeleteSteve and I were on a trip through the old gorge highway and stopped hoping to meet Teresa. That was back when she volunteered at the information center. She was not there that day, but I did enjoy her beautiful blog and seeing her love of family and home. Sounds like you had a lovely friendship, I'm very sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear of Teresa’s passing. I only found her blog in the last year, but I very much enjoyed reading about her life and collections, and I could feel the love she had for her family radiate through her posts. Condolences and love to all x
ReplyDeleteBetsy, thank you again for letting me know about Teresa. I am still at such a loss, seeming to wander around with no real purpose as I think about her and her family. Thank you for talking to me and for connecting so that we can share this grief together. Sending you a big hug.
ReplyDeleteI am so sad to hear of Teresa's passing, she was such an inspiring lady. The love and friendship she shared with everyone was quite unique...she will be missed by so many people. I hope that her family are being comforted a little knowing she was loved by so many. Sending virtual hugs to you too.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear of this. Hugs to you cuz you are feeling this loss!
ReplyDeleteI have been away from the blogging world for most of the week due to a death in our family. I just read Dayle's post about Teresa, so sad. I have followed her blog for many years and I always enjoyed her posts. She will be greatly missed in the blogging world. ((hugs)) to you for the loss of your friend.
ReplyDeleteSuch very sad news, I will miss her greatly. Her posts were always such a treat, and I always felt a little bit better after reading one. It was like spending a while with her, she was always so warm and welcoming and kind.
ReplyDeleteDear Betsy, thank you for writing this and for calling me and others to share Teresa's passing...her death is so difficult to accept. I am so grateful for the friendship so many of us had with her. Many hugs to you...
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely tribute to dear Teresa. She will be so much missed by us all. Thank you for your kind words on my recent post too, they were so appreciated. Love and condolences to you, Betsy X
ReplyDeleteShocked and very sad to hear about the loss of Teresa, My thought are with the family at this sad time. I never met her but followed her blog and thought she was a really special person. Ann Roberts
ReplyDeleteThank you for the post honoring Teresa. I am still in shock. Too fast, too young. She was so cheerful and her blog was just gorgeously created with her farm and flowers and family. Big tears in our blog world........she'd want us to keep up with Dayle....
ReplyDeleteGood God. This is so shocking! I never knew she was so very ill. Deepest condolences to her family. Teresa appeared to be such such a good, decent woman to me, who only knew her from her blog. So sad
ReplyDeleteI miss you too. See you soon dear Teresa, blogger friend. Thank you for your words Betsy. A hug from Argentina.
ReplyDeleteI miss you too. See you soon dear Teresa, blogger friend. Thank you for your words Betsy. A hug from Argentina.
ReplyDeleteOh Betsy, my heart breaks for you and Teresa's family all over again.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Di xx