2019 Teresa Donnelly

Name:                                     Teresa Donnelly

Type of Donation:             Organ and Cornea Donor

Age and Location:             Age 60 – Marietta, GA

Donation Date:                   7/8/2017

Sponsor:                                Honored by Dignity Memorial Providers of Atlanta

TERESA’S STORY

Teresa Ann Donnelly, better known as Terri to her family and friends, was born in Toledo, OH. Terri was a loving mother, compassionate nurse, and the oldest sister of seven. Terri’s passion for caring for others led her to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and eventually begin a career at Sunrise Assisted Living for over 17 years. Once graduated and married, Terri had four children: Amy, Jennifer, Stefanie and Brian, who kept her busy at school functions, sports and church activities. Once her children married, Terri became Mimi to her three grandchildren, Blake, Will, and Hadley, who continued to keep her busy with baseball games and dance recitals. In her free time, Terri enjoyed walking her dog Alex, swimming with her grandchildren and participating each year in the 10K Peachtree Road Race. On July 4, 2017, Terri ran the Peachtree Road Race, and shortly after, she suffered a traumatic brain injury that would leave her beyond medical help. In true Terri fashion, she continued to care for others even after her passing. As an organ donor, she gave the ultimate gift of life by donating her kidneys to two recipients and her eyes to research. After years of selflessly caring for others, it’s only fitting that Terri will be honored on the Donate Life Rose Parade Float.