Theresa Marie (Grutsch) Lee, 79 of Valparaiso, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 27, 2023. She was born December 17, 1943, in Gary, IN to Walter F. and Julia G. (Clark) Grutsch. Teri graduated from Edison High School in Gary and made her career with Urschel Laboratories as a Developer for the Manchester Meadows Project. She was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Valparaiso. Teri enjoyed tending to her flower garden, shopping, and traveling. She kept an immaculate home and could often be found cooking and baking delicious treats in the kitchen. Teri was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who cherished spending time with her beloved children and grandson. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
On October 31, 1964, in Gary, IN, Theresa married Robert R. Lee, who survives, along with their children: Lori A. Lee and Robert F. (Teresa Komperda) Lee, both of Valparaiso; and grandson, Logan Lee. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, John Grutsch, 1 sister and 4 brothers.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Moeller Funeral Home, 104 Roosevelt Road, Valparaiso. The funeral mass will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday directly at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 509 W. Division Road, Valparaiso. Burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery.
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Dear Family, Sending you my sincere sympathy in the passing of your wife, mother and grandmother. I always enjoyed my conversations with her when Logan was in my class at Union Center and she would share time with us. Please know I care about your family. -Sharon K Harris
How we both wish we could be there for the final goodbye. Toni is stuck in Barcelona with a granddaughter after missing her flight. I am trying to figure a way to get there but it looks unlikely. Our prayers are with all the family during this difficult time. May all the wonderful memories you shared bring smiles to you faces as you remember a life well lived. We send prayers and hugs to all of you. Love and Sympathy, -Toni and Don Lee
Dear Bob, Lori, Bobbie & Logan, Please accept our Deepest Sympathy with the passing of your wife/mom/grandmother. We were so shocked to get the information from Sue this morning. Art knew Terri and her family while growing up in Brunswick and then, to our surprise, you moved to Shorewood about a block from our house back in the mid-70s. So many wonderful memories of our lives in Shorewood. Lori and Krista playing together at both of homes. Bobbie on the swim team, etc.. We pray that the special things about your loved one will live on inside your hearts forever. May your faith, family, and friends find comfort in many happy memories. -Art, Marlene, Lara, Krista, and Sue Bartholomew
When I learned of your passing I was overcome with such sadness. I have had a constant flow of memories of you racing through my mind the past few days. Many memories of my Aunt Theresa That unforgettable laugh, so many funny stories shared 🙂 You will be so missed. I always felt a special Grutsch bond with you….I will never forget that. I always saw a little bit of me in you I pray, and know, you are now up in heaven with my dad. I now have two special angels watching over me. All of my love to you Uncle Bob, Bobby and Lori. Love you all!! Prayers for strength and peace during this time.
Your niece, -Kristine Grutsch Collins
How we both wish we could be there for the final goodbye. Toni is stuck in Barcelona with a granddaughter after missing her flight. I am trying to figure a way to get there but it looks unlikely. Our prayers are with all the family during this difficult time. May all the wonderful memories you shared bring smiles to you faces as you remember a life well lived. We send prayers and hugs to all of you. Love and Sympathy, -Toni and Don Lee
