Therese A. Philbin

Therese A. Philbin, age 60, of St. John, IN, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 9, 2024.  Dear sister to John Philbin, Mary Kay
(Cheryl Muench) Philbin, Timothy (Deean) Philbin, Patrick (Jen) Philbin, Thomas (Lorri) Philbin, Margaret Philbin, Kathleen (Rick Robles) Philbin,
and Christopher Philbin.  Kind aunt and great-aunt of many nieces, and nephews.  Cherished friend of Beth Tarrant. Preceded in death by her parents Michael & Patricia Philbin, and her nephew Carter Philbin. Terry, or TT to family & friends, was the third child born to Michael & Patricia and was a force of nature from the start. She was spirited, competitive, and loved to laugh. A tremendously talented athlete, she was a standout softball player, in both slow & fast pitch; competitive flag football player; and even competed in boys hockey as a young girl, earning her recognition in Sports Illustrated. She also joined her father, Michael, as a member of the 16” softball Hall of Fame, earning the accolade while a member of the Rose & Crown softball team. TT enjoyed history, WTTW, and there is not a copy of National Geographic she hadn’t read cover to cover. Terry also adored the outdoors, especially if she was going to be near the water. Camping & fishing with friends were among her favorite memories. Terry’s strongest virtue was the passion & love she had for her family. Despite many obstacles, TT never forgot a birthday or milestone. She also was an animal lover, and her pets always had a special place in her heart.

Visitation for family and friends on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN.  A private family prayer service will be held at 6:00 p.m. ** Due to the ongoing construction on Rt. 30, click here for an alternate route to the funeral home if you are coming from the West: Alternate Route. Alternate Route . **

Memorial contributions may be given to the Humane Society (www.humaneindiana.org) or the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana (www.foodbanknwi.org).

For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH.com