She is survived by her daughter, Geneva Ann (Genna) Ruryk, her parents, Howard and Barbara Nichols, her sister Kelley Nichols Krause (husband Troy), her nephew Corey Strickland (wife Mallory), and her niece Hannah Strickland Day (husband Ryan).
Having attended North Florida Christian School, Teresa chose a career in banking. After the birth of Genna, she retired from SunTrust Bank to dedicate her life and time to caring for her beloved daughter.
A ceremony to honor Teresa's life will be held Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home & Memorial Park on Timberlane Rd in Tallahassee, FL.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Big Bend Hospice or the Leon Advocacy & Resource Center in memory of Teresa.
Teresa will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her sense of humor, kindness, generosity, and warm spirit will be remembered forever.