Theresa Kay (Renfro) Dew of Lufkin, Texas, passed away on October 31, 2026. She was born to Billie (Franklin) and Melton Lee Renfro.
Theresa was a woman with a big heart, a strong spirit, and a personality all her own. She had a way of doing things her way, and those who knew her wouldn't have wanted her any other way. She loved her cats more than anything, but she also loved horses, and the beauty of nature. A proud Angelina County Rodeo Queen, Theresa cherished her time participating in the rodeo and carried that love with her throughout her life.
Above all, Theresa loved people. She adored her family and friends and was always there whenever someone needed her. She was a caring soul who gave freely of herself and made sure the people in her life knew they mattered. Her love, generosity, and unforgettable spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her children, Cody Glen Dew and Shannon Hardesty and husband Manuel; grandchildren, Chloe Marie Dew, Madelyn Charlotte Rae Dew, Hunter Glen Dew, Dustin Ray Hardesty, and Cheyenne Rennee Hardesty; her great-grandchildren Aiden Hardesty, Mia Johnson, Tanner Johnson, and one on the way to be named Miracle Rain Thomas; brother, Robert Renfro; nephew, Laramie Wayne Renfro; great-nephew, Braydon Renfro; her dear friend, Roy Wade; and numerous other special friends and relatives.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of more than 35 years, Steven Glen Dew; her parents; her brother, Larry Wayne Renfro; and her great-grandson, Kaiden Johnson.
Services for Theresa will be held Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Gipson Funeral Home in Lufkin. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Whitehouse Cemetery.
