Lucille Ann Teter
August 2, 1957 – March 10, 2026
Lucille Ann Teter, 68, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026. Born on August 2, 1957, in Philadelphia, Lucille was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, teacher, and friend whose kindness and faith touched the lives of many.
Lucille was the beloved wife of Michael Teter and a loving mother to her three children: Judy, Michael, and Jonathan. She was a proud and cherished grandmother to Nilan, son of Judy and her husband Naveen, and to Eliza and Julia, daughters of Michael and his wife Diana. Lucille also shared a close and loving bond with her sister, Judy Gatto.
A lifelong educator, Lucille dedicated many years to teaching at Holy Assumption School and Helen Fort Middle School, later serving as a substitute teacher at Mark Newbie Elementary. She found great joy in helping students learn and grow, and she was admired for her patience, warmth, and encouragement.
Lucille was a devoted Catholic whose faith guided her life and inspired her deep compassion for others. She was known for her selfless spirit and unwavering devotion to her family. She had a passion for gardening, cooking, and spending time with family and friends, often bringing people together with her warm hospitality and caring heart.
Lucille will be remembered for the love she gave so freely, the wisdom she shared, and the countless lives she touched. Her legacy of faith, kindness, and devotion to family will live on in all who knew and loved her.
She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Come celebrate 68 great years on Thursday March 19th from 6-8pm at Sweeney Funeral Home 337 Bridgeboro St, Riverside and again on Friday March 20th from 9am-10:45am at Sacred Heart Church 103 Fourth St Riverton, NJ 08077. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11am. Entombment immediately to follow at Jesus Bread of Life Catholic Cemetery 3055 Fostertown Rd, Mt Laurel.
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Rest in Peace, Lucille.
Heaven acquired a beautiful soul.
May God bless your husband and your family.
Respectfully,
Linda and Jim Collette
I met Lucille on bus trip. So sorry for your loss. May memories. and condolences help at this time. Prayers and love to all.
Lucille, you were a wonderful co-teacher and friend, Your laughter, warm heart , and caring attitude will be missed. I enjoyed your friendship and visits both in NJ and FL. We had so many laughs. May God in Heaven welcome you to his kingdom.
Lucille was a wonderful, wonderful friend to my mother Joan, and I loved her for that. She will be missed tremendously.
Patti Robb
Mike and family; I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking and praying for you all in this difficult time.
Lucille was a role model for our family and set an amazing example of an extraordinary life through her achievements. I have fond memories of the time we spent together even though she was older than me, she was someone to look up to as a role model. I was glad to recently spend some time with her and her sister Judy talking about old times when we were young. We love you, Lucille.
Our condolences to the family during this sudden and unexpected time of sadness.
Love, Sonny and Angela Ahmed
Lucille was a dream of a human being. She was the type of woman you want your son to marry, the mom all kids pray for, the teacher you want to educate your kids, a grandmother that was so extremely present and a true friend to anyone that needed it. Lucille showed unconditional love to all of those around, day in and day out. Lucille was always there for you no matter the time of day. It was such a pleasure to get to know such a lady. The definition of a selfless person, a person that when you spoke she truly listened and never forgot, or judged. You can just be yourself with her. I very much looked forward to seeing her every chance I got. There is no end to a mother’s love and support, Lucille was the real deal. Year after year of knowing her I realized what that really meant. Big or small, all achievements and accomplishments whether her husband, kids or grandkids she always celebrated and cheered them on. She was love, she is love. I will always love her, I will think about her often. She is unforgettable and she did make this world a brighter and better place. I’ll remember all the life lessons she taught me. I’ll remember her smile and her laugh. She took so much pride in being a wife, mother and grandmother. It was so beautiful to witness. Mr. Teter, JT, Judy and Michael I hope you find comfort in all the lives Lucille has changed and inspired including my own as well as my husbands. She is nothing less then a phenomenal woman with a phenomenal family remember to honor her legacy, and know she now has a garden where the flowers, fruits and vegetables never stop growing like the love she has for each of you.