Teresa Herrera, 62

Tere, was a loving mother, a beloved wife, friend, and a caring teacher. She was an angel on Earth, and she was called back to Heaven on January 4th, 2021. Her kindness knew no bounds. She was an anchor for those who sought her wisdom, and her loving nature sheltered the people to whom she gave her time. She was a second mom to many, that is simply who she was, but even still, she had enough time and love to share an immense bond with her only daughter, Sarah.

Her life-journey started in San Luis Potosi, Mexico where for many years she cared for her family and friends. In 1995, she intrepidly moved her life to the United States where she built her life alongside her husband Fernando, spending 26 years together in Chicago. She loved dancing, watching Wheel of Fortune, creating new crafts for her students, and had a passion for helping others.

She will be greatly missed by a sea of people, people whose lives she changed by simply being herself. She was needed in Heaven and her daughter and husband await the day they get to see their angel again.

Funeral Monday January 18th at 9:15am from the WOLNIAK FUNERAL HOME 5700 S. Pulaski Rd. to Mary Mother of Mercy-Queen of the Universe Church for 10:00am Mass.  Cremation Private.  Visitation Sunday January 17th from 3:00pm to 6:00pm.  For Info: (773) 767-4500 or www.wolniakfuneralhome.com

Due to the State of Illinois COVID-19 guidelines, only 10 people, (including school age children) are permitted in the building at all times; this does not include funeral home staff or clergy/celebrant.  We kindly ask to keep your visitation very brief to allow all other guests to pay their respects and to minimize those people that are waiting outside in the cold.  Face masks, use of hand sanitizer and social distancing are required. No one should come to the funeral home if they are sick or are caring for someone sick at home.

With the exception of bottled water, food and drinks are not allowed in the funeral home at the current time.

If you are attending the Funeral Mass, please be advised you will need to sign the Funeral Mass Attendance List at the funeral home.

Thank you for your cooperation during these difficult times.