Shirley “JoAnn” Terefenko passed away peacefully January 17, 2021 at her home in Coppell Texas with her loving husband, Pete Terefenko, by her side. Born January 25,1938 in Albuquerque Mew Mexico, she was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Gladys Bass, and three sisters, Lucille, Nina and Marion. JoAnn is survived by her husband Pete Terefenko, son Buck Raines and daughter-in-law Diana Raines, her two daughters Jeri Jo Raines and Tonya Terefenko and three grandchildren, Jordan Raines, Jett Raines and Blake Crouch. JoAnn graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1956 where she was a cheerleader along side her best friend (of 76 years) Sue Converse. Joann worked at Sandia Labs in Albuquerque before moving to Texas in 1980. Pete and JoAnn were married (57 years) on May 23rd 1964. JoAnn loved playing bridge, spending time with her grandchildren and she loved her chocolate. The family wishes to thank Silverstone Hospice Care for the loving care they provided in the last several months. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages memorial gifts to one's charity of choice. Due to current COVID restrictions, the family will have a Celebration of Life in JoAnn's honor later this year.
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