Theresa Tsengouras

Theresa Tsengouras
August 12, 1937 – April 4, 2025

Theresa Tsengouras has joined our Lord in Heaven, she departed this life peacefully on April 4, 2025, at the age of 87.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband Jim Tsengouras, her Daughters, Karen Castelnuovo, Deborah Labanauskas, Sherri Fuscaldo, and her Son Earl “Bud” Goodin Jr.

Born on August 12, 1937 to Matthew Ignaszewski and Anita Smith, Theresa lived a life marked by grace, resilience, and unwavering love for her family and friends.  She touched the lives of many with her warm spirit, kind heart, and enduring strength.

Theresa will be remembered for her compassion, her unwavering faith, and her commitment to those she loved.  She brought joy to all who knew her and left an indelible mark on her community.

She is survived by her son-in-law Jim Castelnuovo, her grandchildren Karyn “Teri” Carpenter Taylor (Sean Taylor), Jessica Fuscaldo, Samantha Fuscaldo, Hannah Labanauskas, Jonathan Labanauskas.  Also her Great grandchildren Royalty, Aris, and Adonis, as well as her loving family and friends who will cherish her memory and celebrate her life with gratitude.

A private memorial service will be held to honor her wishes at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Theresa’s name to the National Kidney Foundation ( www.kidney.org ).

May her memory be eternal.

Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home – Dyer, IN.  For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com