Teresa Mancuso (Kimball) Thornton

January 5, 1933 - September 25, 2015

Teresa passed September 25th, 2015 with her family by her side.  Born January 5th, 1933 in SLC, Utah, to Carmine and Carolina Mancuso-immigrants from Italy through Ellis Island.
 
Teresa was married to Rollow “John” Kimball for 19 years whom she met while attending South High School, together they had their three children. Later she was married to Dave Thornton for 19 years until his passing. Teresa was a devout Catholic and long-time member of Blessed Sacrament.  She was an inspiration to her children and grandchildren and devoted her life to them.
 
Teresa was dearly loved and known for gathering her friends and family, her bright smile and uplifting character.  She had a remarkably quick wit and sense of humor with an infectious laugh.
 
Survived by 3 children Deborah (Curt) Ward, Mark (Debbie) Kimball, and Cari (Dave) Meabon; 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and 5 siblings Lauretta Edlefsen, Cathy Rogers, Ross Mancuso, Carmen “Junior” Mancuso, and Jim “Babe” Mancuso.  She is preceded in death by her husband and sister Mary Folger. 
 
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, October 9th, 10:30 AM at Blessed Sacrament, 9757 S. 1700 E., Sandy.  Followed by a procession at 12:00 PM at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 4th Ave “T” Street, SLC.  A celebration of her life will be held that same evening from 6:00-8:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 S. 900 E., SLC, where complimentary valet parking will be provided on the north side of the building.
 
The family would like to thank the staff and friends at Canyon Creek Assisted Living for their kind and loving care for Teresa for several years. 
 
 

In Loving Memory

Auntie Teresa's memories and infectious smile will linger a life time and our special evening with her before her passing was truly a gift from God that We shall cherish forever. May you Dance in the heavens with your loved ones that passed before you. And we shall meet again. I love you ... Comfort and love to you my cousins. Xxxo

Karen Towne

Eagle, Id

We have so many wonderful memories of times shared with you. May you rest peacefully in the hands of the Lord and with you family members that have passed before you.

Jerry and Susan Folger

Coeur d'Alene, ID

It's been many years since I've seen Teresa or any of the family. I watched the DVD and recalled so many memories. I'm so sorry for your loss Deb, Mark & Cari and all of Teresa's siblings. You all were very important to me at one point in my life.

Cyndi Gardner

Salt Lake City, Ut

I worked with Teresa at mental health and always loved her cheerful disposition. She would call me for crochet patterns after she left. What a delightful person she always was. She will be missed.

Lorraine Moreland

Murray, Ut

My sisters and I were unable to attend the services but wish to send our deep condolences to the entire family of Teresa's. My older sisters, Clara and Carmela remember her much more so than Ellen and I. But we all knew her as a wonderful person with a beautiful smile. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Pamela, Ellen, Carmela, Clara

Pamela Chiodo Boyles

Murray, Ut

Teresa was my best friend in High School. She was so wonderfully fun and good and I loved my contact with her beautiful and devout Catholic Italian family. I cherish those memories. Elaine Woodbury nsign

Elaine Woodbury Ensign

North Salt lake, Ut

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