Grace “Florene” (Gaines) Teats, 71 of Curwensville, went to be with the Lord on May 28, 2010. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family.
Born on March 9, 1939 in Renova, PA, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mabel (Schmoke) Gaines.
Loved by many, Grace was a homemaker who devoted her life to her children and grandchildren and spent her spare time helping others and rarely missed an opportunity to do so up until her recent illness.
She is survived by her children: Raymond of Ontario, CA, Gerald and Kevin of Hyde, Bonnie of Curwensville and her companion John K. Lucas of State College, Cynthia of Curwensville, Amy of Oley, PA and Christie of Moscow, PA; five grandsons: Justin Rupert and his wife Kylee and Joshua Rupert of Bellefonte, David Duckett of Curwensville, Travis and Tyler Lansberry of Curwensville; two great-grandsons: Colton Rupert and Kadin Rupert. Also surviving are sisters: Doris Merryman of Williamsport, Eva Gabel of Bloomsburg and a brother Milton Gaines of Williamsport.
She is preceded in death by a son, grandson, a granddaughter, a brother and a sister.
A celebration of her life and a christian vigil service will be held on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 6:00 PM at the Community Baptist Church in Curwensville, where she was a member. Pastor Todd Hogue will officiate the service.
At the request of Grace, there will be no public viewing or visitation.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the family of Grace Teats c/o the Bennett and Houser Funeral Home, Inc., 312 E. Locust Street, Clearfield, PA 16830.
To send an on line tribute go to www.mem.com or www.bennettandhouser.com.
The Bennett and Houser Funeral Home, Inc. of Clearfield, PA is in charge of the arrangements.