Teresa Nighbert

Born December 27, 1967, Teresa Renee Nighbert passed away on Sunday, August 8, 2021, after years of battling illnesses. Ever since Teresa was young she had a love for animals. She was always scouting horse auctions, rescuing and keeping a houseful. Over the years she had a woodchuck, pigs, skunk, snakes, prairie dog, horses, goats, donkey, birds, cats, the list goes on… She was their safe place, and they were her comfort. If you knew Teresa, you knew she wasn’t one to be messed with. She would surely put you right in your place if you did. Her humor and contagious smile, however, would have you coming back for more. Her devout feistiness and stubbornness served her well throughout her life. She was a model of strong will and sheer determination right up until the end of her journey here on earth. She took extreme pride in her children Aleena (James) Kendrick, Marley (Josiah) Saxe and eight grandchildren. She leaves behind her father Jack Parish and several brothers and sisters. She is preceded in death by her mother Vicki Carey. A service is planned for Saturday, August 21, 2021, at Noon at the Eaton County Fairgrounds Mini-Park. Everyone who remembers her is asked to celebrate Teresa’s life in their own way. Raising a glass of their favourite drink in her memory would be quite appropriate. Instead of flowers, consider doing an unexpected and unsolicited act of kindness for an animal or person in need in her name.