Teresa Lynn Gore, a mother, grandmother, companion, and devoted friend to countless four-legged friends, passed away on October 3, 2026, leaving behind a life filled with love and compassion.

Teresa was born on January 18, 1953, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Howard and Marion Haight. She spent her early years in Michigan before making her way to Oklahoma in her twenties. Over the years, she found her way to Stroud, Oklahoma, a place she would eventually call home and where she made a life surrounded by the people and animals she loved.

Teresa was the proud mother of three children, Larry Gore (Jessica), Alexis Eck, and Haley Oswalt (Jason) all of whom survive her. She is also survived by her significant other, Rusty Montgomery; a brother and sister; and her grandchildren, Jack, Heidi, Presley, Augustus, Liam, Zoey, Avery, Chloe, and Haley.

If there was one thing that could truly be said to have captured Teresa’s heart, it was animals. She had a special love for dogs and seemed to have a heart big enough for every animal that crossed her path. She could not easily turn away an animal in need and was known for taking in those who needed a safe place, a little food, or simply someone to love them. Her compassion for animals was more than a passion—it was a part of who she was.

Teresa was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Marion Haight, and her infant child, Rusty Lynn.

Though she will be deeply missed, Teresa’s love will live on in her children, grandchildren, family, friends, and in the many animals who were fortunate enough to know her love.