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Dorothy Teer

Date of Death: May 14, 2020

DOROTHY MAE (nee SAAGER) TEER, age 92, of Crown Point, Indiana passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2020.

 

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, John Saager and Marie (nee Shultz) Saager; her husband, Percy Lee Teer; her daughter: Debbie (nee Teer) White; and two borthers: Harold and Donald Saager.

 

She is survived by two sons: Larry (Esther) Teer and Ronald (Leslie) Teer; son-in-law: George White; grandchildren: John (Alesia) Teer, Jeff Teer, Jesse (Lauren) Teer, Adam Teer, Drew (Meg) Teer, Jason White, and Robin (nee White) Devries; great-grandchildren: Faith, Ava, Braxton, Nathaniel, and Catherine; brother: Richard (Carol) Saager; sister: Marilyn (Chuck) Koehlert; numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Dorothy spent her life caring for others, first as a nurse at Colonial Nursing Home, where she worked until retirement, then as a companion caregiver at St. Anthony’s Hospital.

 

She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Crown Point where she attended regularly, often enjoying brunch with friends following services.  An avid believer, she had unwavering faith in God that her family admired.

 

Flowers may be sent to Pruzin Brothers Funeral Service (6360 Broadway, Merrillville) or memorials may be given to Wittenberg Village (1200 East Luther Drive, Crown Point.)

 

Dorothy’s family is planning to honor her at a later time to celebrate her life.  Arrangements entrusted to Pruzin & Little Funeral Service.

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DOROTHY MAE (nee SAAGER) TEER, age 92, of Crown Point, Indiana passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2020.   Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, John Saager and Marie (nee Shultz) Saager; her husband, Percy Lee Teer; her daughter: Debbie (nee Teer) White; and two borthers: Harold and Donald Saager.   SheContinue Reading

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Cathy Carson left a message on May 19, 2020:
To the Teer Family. I worked for 19 years at St. Anthony as a switchboard operator. I remember when I fell and suffered a broken leg. Dorothy called and asked what I was going to do next and proceeded to tell me people did a lot of things to get time off but this was extreme. We got a good laugh out of that. I loved her like she was one of my family. She was a very thoughtful person. Praying for all of you. She was one of a kind.
Nikki Johnson left a message on May 19, 2020:
Dorothy was a joy to be around! I worked in Surgery at St Anthony and was one of the liaisons in the waiting room when I got to know her. RIP Dorothy. My condolences to her loved ones. 
Teresa (White) Beall left a message on May 18, 2020:
My thoughts and prayers to the family. I grew up next door to Dorthy lots of found memories! She actually gave my first haircut ❤️ RIP
Starla Gough left a message on May 17, 2020:
My condolences to the family of Dorothy Rest In Peace 
Janet (Kiefer) Schulte left a message on May 17, 2020:
Ron and family, I’m so sorry about your mom.  She was such a sweet lady. My thought and prayers are with you during this difficult time.  
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Carolyn Meinbresse left a message on May 17, 2020:
Dorothy was a valued member of the Franciscan Health Crown Point (St. Anthony) Auxiliary for many many years, serving the hospital and the Auxiliary with the utmost care for the patients, their families and the staff. It was a joy knowing and working with her. Her spirit will remain with us for years to come and her contributions will not soon be forgotten. Blessings to her family with thanks for sharing her with us.
Linda Smith left a message on May 17, 2020:
Dorothy was loved by all of us at St Anthony..She will be missed.. my condolences to her family.
Lisa Ridgley left a message on May 15, 2020:
Dorothy was such a kind and caring woman. She will truly be missed. May she enjoy the place the Lord saved for her in heaven!
Laurie Laska left a message on May 14, 2020:
Oh Aunt Dorothy you had a great life and I will never forget you.....you got me into nursing home business ...how to care for elderly properly...I debated but happy I came back in 1980and moved up to being a nurse in nursing homes....my heart is elderly after you....Your now with Uncle Perc n Debby smiling...I'm so glad the nurse put phone to ur ear n let me talk one more time. Meant alot. .I love u Aunt Dorothy RIP💔
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