Born on May 7, 1925 in North Bay, Ontario, Canada to the late Wilson and Chessa Samler, her deep faith as a devoted Catholic guided her every step, and she embodied the virtues of kindness, strength, and selflessness. She married William G. Halpin on August 10, 1946 at St. Brigid Catholic Church in Toronto, Ontario.
Teresa’s boundless energy and passion for helping others led her to walk over 1,000 miles for charitable causes, a testament to both her vitality and her generous spirit. She also volunteered with the American Red Cross, always eager to give back to her community and offer help where it was needed most.
Never one to sit still, Teresa stayed active throughout her life. She enjoyed golfing, bowling, horseback riding, and regular exercise well into her later years. Her zest for life was contagious and an inspiration to everyone who knew her.
Teresa’s long and beautiful life was centered around her greatest joy and proudest accomplishment: being a mother. She poured her love into her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who were the light of her life. Her home was a place of laughter, warmth, and unconditional love, and her legacy lives on in the hearts of all she touched.
Adored wife of the late William G. Halpin; loving mother of William (Patty), David (Joyce), and John (Pamela); proud grandmother of Tracy, Christopher, Melissa (Matt), Matt (Hannah), Brian (Noelle), and Jeffrey (Holly); great-grandmother of Elise, Miles, Logan, Lilly, and Felix; loving sister of Alice Brosnan, the late Larry, the late Gary, the late Billy, and the late Calvin. Teresa is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
Teresa’s life was a beautiful testament to faith, family, and service. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who were blessed to know her.
A memorial mass will take place at 9:30am on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at St. Michael Catholic Church, 40501 Hayes Rd., Sterling Heights, Michigan. Memorial in state from 9:00am until time of mass. Private family inurnment at Resurrection Cemetery at a later time.
