Mrs. Teresa Marie Smith-Burns
August 22, 1962 - May 1, 2016
Teresa Marie Smith-Burns departed this life on Sunday, May 1, 2016 with her family by her side at Borgess Medical Center. She was born August 22, 1962 in Chicago to Mildred Smith and Russell Hinton. She attended A.O. Sexton Elementary School, Englewood High School and studied dance at Columbia College. Later she received a certificate in the Culinary Arts, which led to employment at the Hilton Hotel, the Brown Derby and Bennigan's in Kalamazoo, Michigan. When living in Alburguerque, New Mexico, she entered into Holy Matrimony with her loving husband, Dennis Burns. Her interests included: spending time with her family, gardening, music and dancing. She devoted all of her time and energy as a caregiver to family members. Her charm and smile enlightened any given moment. Teresa is survived by her husband, Dennis; her mother, Mildred; sons, Paul and Andre' Smith; daughters, Eboni and Nina Smith; grandchildren, Darrel Brandon, Quintrevion Smith, Elisa and Elighah Alqurelles and Khaylan Asberry. Also, she leaves other extended family and a host of friends.
Teresa Marie Smith-Burns departed this life on Sunday, May 1, 2016 with her family by her side at Borgess Medical Center. She was born August 22, 1962 in Chicago to Mildred Smith and Russell Hinton. She attended A.O. Sexton Elementary School,... View Obituary & Service Information