Theressa H. Glover, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025 in Newport News, Virginia at the age of 96. Born on July 22, 1928 in Lawrenceville, Virginia, she was the cherished daughter of the late Leroy and Cora Williams Yates.
Theressa’s life was a tapestry of creativity and dedication. She spent her working years as a cashier at Colonial Williamsburg and later as a receptionist at the Yorktown Senior Center.
A true artist at heart, Theressa found joy in painting, sewing, and making dolls. Her artistic talents were matched only by her impeccable sense of style, earning her the affectionate title of “fashionista” among those who knew her well.
Theressa was preceded in death by her loving parents, Leroy and Cora. She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories with her surviving family: her devoted daughter Tyra Chisolm and her husband Jack, her son James Glover and his wife Linda, and her treasured grandchildren Teedra Robinson and her husband Tommy, Allen Minkins, Jahar, Niambi, and Jared Glover. She was also blessed with 14 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren, all of whom brought immense joy to her life.
A celebration of Theressa’s life will be held on Friday, February 21, 2025, at 4 p.m. at Altmeyer Funeral Home Denbigh Chapel. Family and friends are invited to gather and honor the memory of a remarkable woman whose spirit and grace will be dearly missed.
In the words of a true diva, Theressa lived her life with passion, creativity, and an unwavering love for her family. Her legacy will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know her.
