Terry was one of the first people I shared my pregnancy with. It was the first day of Norma and Wanda rehearsals at the PRTC, and I was understudying her. I'd gone to the 9-week ultrasound that morning and left with what would come to be the first photo of my son Sam, now 16. Before the table reading with the cast began, I was in the restroom with Terry. Only my husband knew I was pregnant, as my first pregnancy resulted in a miscarriage, which Terry knew. My height is  close to 5'8, and I'll always remember looking down through Terry's glasses into her eyes, crinkled from an open-mouthed smile that seemed to take up her entire face, and receiving her heart full of joy at my news, followed of course by a gigantic hug, and many words of excitement and encouragement. Terry was and continues to remain a positive force to me. She always made me laugh. Remembering Terry reminds me to be this way to others. As Maya Angelou has said, "Be a blessing in somebody's life." Terry was and continues to be a blessing in mine. 

With warmest regards to John, Joe and Family. 

Teri C L

I saw Terry in many plays in and around Ann Arbor.  She was always captivating, dynamic and super talented in every role she portrayed.  She was natural, charming and entertaining always.  I am still shocked  that we lost her.  A great loss.  She will forever be missed----on stage and off.

I was just thinking about Terry last week watching the new Blithe Spirit movie, laughing and talking to my family about the Rose show (where I watched nearly every performance) and Terry’s very highbrow rich Mrs. So-and-so. This makes me think of her getting a face full of pie during every Norma and Wanda performance. Terry made people laugh and feel good about themselves. I do not believe there is any legacy better than that. 

Wonderful lady, actress, professor, scholar, wife and mother, friend and neighbor.  We will miss Terry forever.  Why such things happen is beyond our comprehension.  The world has been in such a turmoil this past year--several years, really.  All we can do is be grateful for our blessings, our friends, family and sweet memories--like mine for Terry.

Heard the news today at mass.   My eyes teared up and my heart broke.  
 
I had the privilege to have Terry as an acting instructor both at EMU and at The Purple Rose. 

 Everything I've been reading from others is absolutely true!  Terry was not only a caring, talented, and more than competent teacher and actress, but also a friend.  She always had time to talk, help, and listen, and yes...her laugh was the best!!  

I will never forget her enthusiasm and the way her eyes lit up when she talked about Jon, Joe,  other family,  and acting.

Terry has a starring role in heaven now with a standing ovation and applause from God which is very well deserved.

My thoughts, prayers, and condolences to family and friends.  I'll miss you, Terry!!!!  Break a leg!!!!  

I will always remember the caring and consideration that existed in John and Terry's family. I only knew you one school year, but it was enough to understand the power of a family that was united in caring and consideration for one another. It's hard to imagine the difficulty your family faces with this loss, and all I can offer is my warmest regard for a person who was resolutely thoughtful and kind.

My prayers, love, tears and concern for all of you.  It has been my privilege to know Terry and her Mother Ann Kettles at EMU.  Each of them exhibited deep concern for their colleagues (of all levels).  May we each share that concern with others.  

John and Joe, Ann and Charlie, Cathy and Rich, Maria and Julie, Patrick,

Terry has been on my mind since I heard the news. My heart breaks for all of you, especially Joe. Nothing prepares us for a sudden loss. I have experienced it twice. Be good to yourselves and turn to each other.

My favorite memory is of Terry as a teen took place at year end 1971-72. Terry visited us in Orlando, Florida with her grandmother Marie. Hal and I had recently been transferred to Orlando where we bought our first home.  My brother Brian and my parents, Mac and Elizabeth Donnelly, who were Terry's great aunt and uncle and cousin, were all there. Disney World had just opened. We had one full day to explore Disney World together. Terry and Brian were closest in age, so they took off on their own and efficiently got on every ride on their "to-do" list. I was pregnant and thought it best to muddle along with the old folks.

When I saw Terry 45 years later, she told me what a good time she had at Disney World. It was fun to be on the rides, of course. What she especially loved, though,  was being treated as an equal. Brian was 6 years older and I was 11 years older than Terry. It was easy for Brian and me to welcome Terry into the big family fold. For Terry, it was more. I learned something from that conversation with Terry. You never know what people will feel and what they will remember. She felt accepted as an equal. Big stuff for a teen. I am so glad she felt our love and respect.

Joe may not remember going to Bay City as a little kid when we dismantled Grandma DeWaele's home. He played with the same Elizabeth Donnelly, Terry's great aunt. Elizabeth and Joe had a good time exploring treasures from an old jewelry box while ignoring the commotion of loading furniture and boxes into waiting cars and trucks that wintery day.  It is fun to have a big family and lots of love. Joe, the love is all around you, still.

Sending love from Kansas, 
Cousin, Mary Donnelly Smith


My heart goes out to John, their son, and the entire Heck-Seibert family.

My only connection to Terry was to take a class she taught at Purple Rose many years ago.  She was a magnificent teacher and in a brief period of time as I was just beginning to return to acting, she taught me some techniques that gave me confidence and improved my craft.  So sorry to hear she was taken so suddenly, and too young.......in Judiasm....my religion.....God saves the quick deaths for those who are his best and blessed....her talents will be missed.....my sincerest condolences to her friends, family, colleagues and students.  She touched my life and I will remember her.  Alice Fell


I am very sad to hear of Terry's passing.  In addition to being a lovely lady, she was always gracious, kind and quick to share a warm hello.   My sincerest condolences to John and all of her loved one.

Dear John,

Our hearts are broken at the loss of our dear friend and colleague.   As we send our love and prayers to you and your son, know that your funny, smart, beautiful, simply amazing, Terry will live on in our memories and hearts for now and forever.   

God be with you!

Christine

OBITUARY

Terry Heck Seibert

May 5, 1956 – April 13, 2018

Muehlig Funeral Chapel

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