Teresa M. Heusing
1954-05-12 - 2026-07-10
Funeral Home: Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home 540 Dixie Hwy Chicago Heights IL (Map-it)
Visitation: Wednesday, July 22 from 4pm to 8pm with a 7:30PM service
Service Date: 2026-07-22
Service Time: 7:30PM
Cemetery: Heusing Cemetery , Grant Park, Illinois (Map-it)
Info: 708-754-0016
Web: https://www.kerr-parzygnotfuneralhomes.com/ (Go)
Obituary
In Loving Memory of Teresa Mary Heusing
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Teresa Mary Heusing (née Higgins) 72,
born May 12th, 1954. Teresa passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026, surrounded by her
loving family after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
Teresa is survived by her beloved husband, Dale Heusing; her children, Sarah (Thomas)
Flagiello and Eric Heusing; Sisters Joyce (Daniel) Greep, Kathleen (Larry) Spiek, Helene
Higgins, Mary (Patrick) O’Leary, Darlene (LaRue) Flook; as well as many cherished aunts,
uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will
forever miss her. She is preceded in death by her parents James and Theresa Higgins,
step-father Alan Greep, brothers James (Andrea) Higgins, Timothy Higgins, and in-laws
Elden (Stella) Heusing and Edith (Paul) Nist.
To know Teresa was to know a woman who found her greatest joy in making people laugh.
Whether she was hosting holidays, rearranging furniture, cooking her delicious food, or
sharing stories of our greatest family adventures, she felt most at home in hearing laughter
and creating new memories. She had a deep appreciation for her huge family and a passion
for putting smiles on the faces of the people she loved.
Above all else, Teresa’s greatest pride was her family. She was the best wife to her
husband Dale, and a rock when he needed her. Their 53 years together were among the
greatest blessings of both their lives, and she cherished every moment they shared. She
was a loving mother whose guidance, strength, and steady presence shaped the lives of
her children. The love she had for her children was immeasurable and unconditional, and
the time they spent together, though far too short, will be treasured forever. She was a
proud daughter to her parents, a loving sister to her siblings, and a proud aunt to her nieces
and nephews.
Teresa dedicated over 50 years of her career to banking, starting in Kankakee and retiring
as VP of operations from Truist Bank in Fort Myers, where she was respected for her hard
work, integrity, and unwavering dedication. She carried the same work ethic into every
aspect of her life, earning the admiration of coworkers, customers, and friends alike.
Teresa faced her illness with remarkable courage, determination, and dignity. It was not a
long battle, but she did not give up for us; the cancer was just too strong. Even in the
hardest moments, she showed the same grit and quiet strength that had defined her entire
life.
Teresa’s family finds peace and comfort in knowing that she has been welcomed into the
arms of her parents and her siblings before her. While her earthly journey has ended, they
rejoice in the promise that they will see her again.
She will be remembered for her generous heart, her unwavering loyalty, her sense of
humor, and her willingness to help anyone at any time. Her legacy lives on in the values she
instilled, the traditions she created, and the countless memories shared with family and
friends. Though our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing that she is at peace and
that her spirit lives on in every story shared, every sunrise, every Disney trip, every holiday,
and every adventure enjoyed by those she loved.
A celebration of Teresa’s life will be held at Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home, 540 Dixie Highway in Chicago Heights on Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026, with visitation from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Burial will take place at Heusing Cemetery in Grant Park on Thursday, July 23rd, 2026, at 10:30 a.m.
Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever remembered. We love you Mom.
Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home in Chicago Heights is in charge of all arrangements.
Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home Chicago Heights, IL 708-754-0016 – Kerr-Parzygnot Family
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She was one of the first to wear ‘hot pants’ when they first came out in the 70’s, making quite the fashion statement upon entering a room! I wanted to be her!
She taught me how to apply make-up, convinced me to let her cut my hair (which did not turn out well for moi), tried to teach me to cook, and mentored me throughout my life.
We raised our children together, helping me to create great adventures & memories for all our kids.
I will miss her potato salad, her smile, her wheezing laugh, our talks, and her physical presence.
Rest in peace my dear sister. All my love- ‘your prettiest sister’ – Kathy 🥰😜
Halloween and Christmas won’t be the same without her sitting outside, on her folding chair, directing the decoration of the house and front yard.
Every holiday I was blessed by her generosity, and cooking skills, as Eric would knock on my door to share massive amounts of food that she made…I too will especially miss her potato salad.
Our conversations, waves as we were coming and going, and especially her smiles will live forever in my memories.
Rest in His hands my friend ✝️
Love forever,
Susan Maurer