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Teresa Carswell Dale, 68, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 30, 2024.
Born in Burke County, NC on December 17, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Dewey Wilburt Carswell and Betty Mae Bowman Carswell.
Teresa was a member and former choir director of Summit Community Church. She retired from Burke County Public Schools, where she had served as Principal of Valdese Elementary. She liked to crochet, cross-stitch, and quilt. Teresa ran her own frame shop for years. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who loved being a nana and spending time with her family.
Teresa is survived by her husband, Robin Alexander Dale; daughters, Gena Brienzi (Carl) and Alexis Pearce (Kerry); grandchildren, Connor Brienzi, Caylyn Brienzi, and Kinsley Pearce; brother, James Carswell; sister, Mary Lee Carswell; and a number of nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to her parents, Teresa was preceded in death by a son, Dewey Robert Dale; and a sister, Ann Goins.
The family will greet friends starting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, December 5, 2024 in the fellowship hall of Summit Community Church.
Memorial contributions may be made to Summit Community Church, 407 S. Green Street, Morganton, NC 28655.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Alexis I am so sorry to hear of this tragic news. Please know you, your husband, and your daughter are in my thoughts and prayers.
I'm sorry for your loss, may God bring you great comfort, peace and understanding during this difficult time. I'm Nita Dale's cousin from Tennessee and she informed me of your loss. May God bless all of you.