Teresa Ann Calderon's Obituary
Teresa Ann Calderon, age 67, of Ottumwa, Iowa passed away on December 25, 2025, at her home surrounded by loved ones.
Teresa was born on June 24, 1958, in Des Moines, Iowa to Gerald and Dorothy (Clemens) Adler. She obtained her G.E.D and worked many different roles throughout her life, some favorites being a bartender and cashier.
In her free time she enjoyed fishing, watching professional wrestling, listening to music, playing BINGO, and playing on her laptop. She loved spending time with her daughters and grandchildren.
Teresa is survived by her children, Jessica (Garrett) Miller, Stacy Adams, and John Thomasson; brother, Jerry (Crystal) Adler; Significant other, Eddie Leyva; grandchildren, John Jr, Jorge, Loreli, McKayla, Jayden, Phoenix, Rafael, Josefina, Angel, and Benjamin; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her Mother, Dorothy Adler; Father, Gerald Adler; brothers, Ralph Adler and Merle Adler; sister, Shirley Willis; son, Terrance Haines; son in law, Jorge Ynosencio; and great niece, Amanda Adler.
Per wishes, cremation has been accorded. There will be services announced at a later date. Any memorials can be written to the family and mailed to Thomas Funeral Home ATTN: Calderon Family 501 N. 18th Street Centerville, Iowa 52544. Condolences may be shared at www.thomasfh.com or facebook.com/thomasfuneralhome.
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