DURAN, Theresa P.

Teresa P. Duran's life long dedication of love and faith to our Savior Jesus Christ was fulfilled by joining him in eternal life. Teresa passed comfortable in the loving care of Nannette Barreras on December 9, 2008 in their home. Teresa was born in Guatemala on August 20, 1924, where she grew up. Her heart was filled with love and care which inspired her to pursue her studies in nursing. Later she moved to Panama where she met and married her husband of 55 years, who was currently stationed with the US Army. They relocated to Flagstaff, AZ to raise their family. Teresa committed her faith to St. Pius Catholic Church where she was a member of the Rosary Alter Society, Legion of Mary, the Church Chior and a Guadalupana. In addition she dedicated her time in managing the church Gift Shop. Her passions consisted of spending time with her family. Caring for kids and the elderly, and her love of animals. She is survived by her daughter Carmen (Ruben) Lopez, of Flagstaff, AZ her sons, Ceasar (Ingrid) Cardenas, of Highland, CA, Edward (Kathy) Duran of Flagstaff, AZ, caregiver and guardian angel Nannette (Issac) Barreras, of Flagstaff, AZ; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren She was preceded in death by her husband Margarito, father Felipe, mother Josefal, sisters Maria, Allisia, and Albertina Teresa will be missed and loved. Evening Vigil and Holy Rosary will be Sunday, December 14, 2008 at 7:30 pm at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 2257 E. Cedar Ave, Flagstaff, AZ. Funeral Mass will be held Monday, December 15, 2008 at 10:00 am at St. Pius X Catholic Church, interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery. (Obit: Lozano's Flagstaff Mortuary, Flagstaff, Arizona)