Teresa A. Rains
June 9, 1968 ~ February 21, 2019
Teresa A. (McHenry) Willis Rains, 50, of Indianapolis, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 21, 2019 at her home. Born in Beech Grove on June 9, 1968, Teresa was the beloved daughter of the late Roger L. McHenry and Marilyn S. (Bryant) Farris; her mother survives and resides in Indianapolis.
Teresa is a former member of Indianapolis Baptist Tabernacle and is currently an active member of Southport Church of the Nazarene.
Along with her father, she cis also preceded in death by her husband, Alvin Rains.
Other survivors include her two sons, Justin L. (Abigail Reed) McHenry of Indianapolis, and Dallas J.L. Willis of Indianapolis; two brothers, J.R. (Stephanie Meek) Farris, II of Indianapolis, and Brian J. “Buzzard” (Deanna) Farris of Indianapolis; two sisters, Penny S. (Gary) Tumey of Indianapolis, and Tammy S. (Kevin) Black of Plainfield; and her beloved Pitbull/Lab, Olivia.
Family and friends will gather to celebrate the life of Teresa A. Rains from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at Southport Church of the Nazarene, 920 E. Southport Road, Indianapolis. Pastor Bill Swesey will conduct the funeral service at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the church. Burial will take place at Concordia Cemetery privately and at a later date. In lieu of flowers and to honor Teresa’s love for fur babies, please consider making a donation to Natalie’s 2nd Chance No Kill Dog Shelter, 10 S. 16th Street, Lafayette, Indiana 47905; envelopes will be provided. Final care and arrangements are entrusted to the Daniel F. O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East Street, Indianapolis. Visit www.OrileyFuneralHome.com where you may express online condolences to Teresa’s family.
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To my beautiful sister , you have no idea how much I miss you already. You were the glue that held it all together and now we are so broken. You are my big sister and I will forever love you ! Til we meet again . Tammy
So sorry to hear of the passing of another sister. I remember one of you IMing me telling me you were Beth’s sister. Beth and I were friends in high school and I was in her wedding. Thoughts and prayers.
It doesn’t matter if you saw Teresa every day, or 4 to 5 times a year, you always left with a laugh and a smile. I’ll never forget the high school reunion, we had a blast. RIH Teresa. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Teresa, you were always a bright light. I have many fond memories and will cherish them forever. Fly high my sweet friend. – Laura Dunn DeGroot
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My heart is broken. We have many years of friendship. We will meet again but while I am still here on this earth, I will miss you dearly. I pray that God comforts your family and that all the great memories you left behind will strengthen their hearts with smiles and laughter. Fly high my friend, until we meet again.
I am so incredibly sorry! I know you must be feeling devastated. I will pray for comfort and peace for you and your family. ((Hugs))
When I think of Teresa i see her big smile and hear her laugh. I remember her being so happy and so fun. She was real. And one of a kind. Prayers for her children and Tammy and all the family. ߒߙ
To the mother I never got to have, I miss you so much. This is so hard for all of us. I know you’re free now and finally get to take a break from all of the stress and craziness. I wish we had more time together. I wish you could be there for your son’s and my wedding. I wish I could hear you say I love you one last time. You are such a great person and an amazing mother. We love you so much, mom. Rest in peace. I can’t wait to see you again and when I do, I will hug you tight and never let you go.
We might not have seen each other that often, but that did not take away the great pleasure it was to see you and hang out and laugh when we did see each other. Your smile and laughter was very contagious. You lit up a room with your huge personality. The world is a little dimmer without you in it. You will be missed greatly.
Prayers for you and your family as you go through this very difficult time. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
I can’t even begin to touch on the many good times I had with Teresa. She was one of the sweetest persons I ever had the pleasure to meet. I was proud to call her my friend and there is a hole in my heart now . My condolences to all her family and friends.
Sis. I still can’t believe you are gone. You were the rock and stability for so many. Its gonna be hard without you and your definitely gonna be missed. I love you so much. Til we meet again at the gates of heaven. Your little big brother J.R. ❤ߒԢݤߒԢݤߒԢݤ
I remember when I first met the ferris Teresa came and pick me up and we play the game red light green light when we got out of the car when the light changes and run around the car before the light turn red whoever was in the back seat had to sit in the front seat when I jumped in the front seat I actually not the window view mirror off we laughed all the way to a Teresa’s mom’s house that is where I met the ferris family and now they’re are my family I miss you so much Teresa I would never forget that night in the military ball we went to in high school I love you very much big sis until we meet again rest in heaven
So sorry the loss of a nice lady Teresa you will be missed by all. Justin & Dallas are 2 lucky young men to be able to call u mom. RIP TERESA FLY HIGH WITH ANGELS.
Teresa was my niece through me being in foster care. And loved her as a niece. I will remember the times we were at her geandmas and we had a great time talking of her dad and just being family. Will miss you girl. But now your with your dad and your grand ma and grandpa. Hug them for me. Love you.
I have a lifetime of memories that you have left me with. Tttoooo chooo triple Ts froger on the upside …. “No matter what happens or happened”… Girl the worlds not quite the same without you in it. I guess the waiting is over for us both. Ill cherish the good & take your secrets to my grave. You left it on the porch. “My memory is long, very long” you can count on it Madea. You were loved by many!
Damn sis it just doesn’t seem real that you’re gone… gonna miss when we have family gatherings & either j.r. Or myself walk in & hear u say “hey bubba wuss sup” & then your laugh right after lol I will miss ya sis & love u so much #yourlittlebubba
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One of my favorite dispatchers. You will be greatly missed. Sending you a 44Oz Diet, with extra ice..lol. God speed.
I am so sorry to hear of the death of Teresa. The passing away of a loved one is always with much sorrow. May we have faith and confidence in the Bible’s promise of a time when pain, sickness and death are a thing of the past (Revelation 21:3, 4). My condolences are with the family at this difficult time.
Teresa I miss you girl. I re,ember the times we would meet at moms and joke around and laugh so hard and cry at times. I remember when you were born and loved you so much. I know God took you home because you were so precious to Him. We had so much fun and helped each other to deal with sadness and laugh so hard we almost peed out britches. Lol I really miss you and I know your with your dad now and tell him hi from Susie because you guys were my family. Love and miss both of you and tell Mom and Daddy I miss them too. Love always Susie always in my memories