Teresa Gail Brock Smith, 64, of Markle, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at her home.
Teresa was born Aug. 24, 1958, to Herman and Dora Brock in Fort Wayne. She attended Snider High School and married Kid Coy Smith July 29, 1978, in Fort Madison, Iowa.
Teresa enjoyed fellowshipping with peers, volunteering at Grace & Mercy, and being a homemaker caring for her family. She always had an open ear to be there for anyone in need. She had a talent for fundraising, especially the winter Cookie Walk, where she raised thousands of dollars for Grace & Mercy. Her mission in life was to share the gospel with anyone she met, and her personable and warm nature was a true gift.
Teresa was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Dora Brock; a daughter, Kayla Malinda Stirlen; a grandson, Gabe Norris; an infant brother, Elisha Brock; a brother, Kenny Brock; and a sister, Wanda Brock.
Loving survivors include her husband, Kid Coy Smith of Markle; a son, Brandon (Cassandra) Smith of Berne; a daughter, Angie (Matt) Norris of Markle; five grandchildren, Gabrielle Smith, Elizabeth Norris, Braden Smith, Makayla Smith, and Vanessa Smith; and a sister, Wilma Holland Fontana.
Friends and family may gather to share and remember from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 21, at the Bluffton Church of God at 327 W. Cherry St. in Bluffton. There will be additional calling at the church from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 22. A funeral service will be held at the Bluffton Church of God at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 22, with Pastor Gary Aupperle officiating. Burial will follow at the Fairview Cemetery in Bluffton.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Friends Who Care. Checks can be sent to Todd Reimschisel, 970 N. Main St., Bluffton, IN 46714
The Glancy-H. Brown & Son Funeral Home in Warren is in charge of arrangements.