Teri was well known for her baking skills and her love of Motown music. She worked for 16 years as a media assistant at Apex Elementary School where she knew every child in the school by name.
Teri is survived by her husband of 35 years, Bob Bacola; daughter, Jill Bacola; son, Greg Bacola; brother, Richard (Gail) Brennan and sister, Jennifer (Dana) Drisko.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Memorials can be made to your local food bank, Teri was concerned with people going hungry in the recent economic downturn.
Condolences may be sent to the family at ApexFuneral.net