Theresa Eldridge Obituary

Theresa "Terry" Levy Eldridge Charleston - Theresa (Terry) Levy Eldridge passed away on Thursday, February 14, 2019. Terry was born in Boston, Massachusetts on October 31, 1931 to Ernest and Sylvia Levy who predeceased her. Terry moved to Charleston, SC in 1955 after marriage to late William (Bill) Eldridge. Bill and Terry were parents to 6 children: Lonnie Prosser, (Lamar), Sheryl Tuttle, (Chuck), Jeff Eldridge, (Jen), Libby Karch, (Mark), Matt Eldridge, (Tricia). Diane Eldridge who predeceased Terry. Terry attended The College of Charleston receiving a bachelor's degree in sociology and later a graduate degree from Webster University. Terry was the consummate seamstress, quilter, voracious reader, and lover of all animals. Terry enjoyed spending time with her partner, the late Ernest Tumbleston, and his three children, Todd Tumbleston, Angela Faison, and Susan Lopez. Her intellectualism and witty sense of humor will be missed by all. Terry is survived by her sister, Linda Kertzner, (Alan). She is also survived by grandchildren, Alicia, Eric, Jenna, Jeremy, Jacob, Will, Ray, Justin, Kassandra, April. Terry was blessed with the birth of 3 great-granddaughters, Katrina, Ella, and Sarah Ann. The family would like to thank the staff at Ashley Gardens Alzheimer's Special Care Center for the wonderful care of their Mother. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer's Association, c/o Ashley Gardens; and mailed to: 2290 Henry Tecklenburg Blvd, Charleston, SC 29414. The celebration of Terry's life will be held on Sunday, February 17, 2019 at 2 p.m. The service will be at Stuhrs, 3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway, West Ashley. The family will receive guests at 1 p.m. prior to the service. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston