2/26/1929 – 4/18/2024
Teresa Mesa, age 95, of Highland, CA, passed away peacefully on 4/18/2024 with her loving daughter by her side. Teresa was born on 2/26/1929 to Heremerejildo and Serapia Humildad in Highland, CA. She was the eldest of 11 children. Teresa was married to Joe Mesa on 5/1/1955 and remained married for 31 years, until his passing. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents and four brothers. She was a devoted Catholic and was a member of St. John Bosco Church.
Teresa was first employed by Woolworth’s in downtown San Bernardino. She started as a baker and learned the craft of cake decorating. Baking and decorating cakes were her passion. She loved providing cakes for weddings, birthdays, and other family and friend celebrations. Besides baking, she was a dedicated caretaker to family and friends in need. She was also employed by St. Bernadine Medical Center as a cook.
Teresa enjoyed camping, especially at El Faro, Ensenada. She and her husband Joe would sit around the campfire and listen to the mariachis all night. She loved travelling with her brothers and sisters, whether it was camping in San Diego, going on cruises or travelling to Hawaii and Hungary. She liked all sports but was primarily partial to the LA Dodgers.
Teresa is survived by her daughter Anna Quigley (Rod), grandson Christopher Porter (Bridget), and great-grandson James Porter. She is also survived by six sisters, Jovita Diaz, Concha Paramo, Veva Aguirre, Helen Smith, Mary Garcia, Josie Azochar and many nieces and nephews. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Viewing will take place May 15, 2024, at Green Acres Memorial, 11715 Cedar Ave., Bloomington, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. The rosary will begin at 6:00pm. Funeral service will take place May 16, 2024 at St. John Bosco Church, 28991 Merris St., Highland, beginning at 10:00am. Committal service will take place at Green Acres Memorial, Bloomington at 12:00pm. Reception to follow at 1:30pm at St. John Bosco Church Hall.
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