Theresie received her education in the Monticello Public School System. In 1979 she married Perry Joe Handley and moved to Crossett where she was employed by Georgia Pacific Corporation. She lived in LaPlace, Louisiana, Bastrop, Louisiana, Shreveport, Louisiana and Little Rock, Arkansas before moving to Kansas City, Kansas in 1997. While Kansas she was employed by the Asten Products. It was in Kansas City, Kansas that she met the love of her life Mr. Derrick Gentry and moved to Kansas City, Missouri. Theresie had a larger than life personality. She loved to laugh and have fun. Her favorite pastime was listening to music, getting her nail manicured and changing her hair styles. She loved her boys, grandchildren and her extended family. There was never a dull moment when she was around. She was avid sportsman play basketball, softball and running Track at Monticello High School.
Theresie confessed her faith in Christ at an early age and joined Stranger Rest A.M.E Church. While living in Little Rock, Arkansas she joined Mt Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. O. C. Jones. In Kansas she attended various churches and joined Forest Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Kansas City, Kansas under the leadership of Rev. Desmond Lamb. After a lengthy illness, Theresie made her transition to heaven on Thursday, March 13, 2014 at 3:33 p.m. at St Luke Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.
Theresie leaves to cherish her memories: her friend, lover and caretaker Derrick Gentry; two sons Perry Joe, Jr and Jonathan (Renee), two grandchildren; Paris Handley of Exmore, Virginia and Jaylien Rouse of Chesapeake, Virginia. Two sisters Retha Collins of Sherwood, Arkansas and Bessie (Johnny) Jefferson of Monticello; Arkansas; Five brothers Charles (Vicki) and Perry of Kansas City, Kansas, Johnnie Ray of Monticello, Arkansas, Benford (Kathy) of Orlando, Florida and Willie of Gary, Indiana; Special Aunts Iona Ridgell of Kansas City, Missouri and Norma Woodard and Joyce Steen; Special nieces Ramona Collins and LaShonda Binns and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Theresie is gone but will never be forgotten.
Condolences(13)
Athayna McElwee
Kansas City, KS Wednesday, April 23, 2014 I can't believe God already called his angel home. But you fought a good fight. Your smile will always keep a warm spot in our families hearts. Kathy your memory will never be forgotten. To my family I Love You All!!Paula Ambrose Thompson & Family
Mount Juliet, TN Thursday, March 27, 2014 Our most sincere sympathy is being wished for Theresa's loved ones. I fondly remember growing up with Theresa & riding the bus to school with her.Keshona Wilson
Norfolk, VA Saturday, March 22, 2014 Today is one of the saddest days of my life. I am so sorry that i can't be there as your family lay you to rest. Theresie i love you so much.You were a mother to me and i will always remember the special bond that we had. I know that you are in a better place now. May you forever Rest Peacefully. Loving and missing you.Pat Brooks
Madison, AL Friday, March 21, 2014 Bessie, (Jackson Family), I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers.James&Artie McCoy
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 20, 2014 We would like to give you-all our blessing for your loss at this time. May God bless your family and hold on to his living faith.Kesha Wilson
NORFOLK, VA Wednesday, March 19, 2014 You will always be in my heart. I am so sorry that you left us so soon. I had the best of times in Kansas City Missouri with you. I will miss you so much,. May you forever Rest In Paradise.. I love you and wish i could be there. Rest Easy! Love always Your other daughter Kesha.WELTON AND CAROLYN LEWIS
fLINT, MI Wednesday, March 19, 2014 WITH OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHYVICKI L. DAVIS
Kansas city, KS Wednesday, March 19, 2014 To my Family....I LOVE ALL OF YOU!!David McKinley
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, March 18, 2014 Remember Thresa is in a better place, she's on the best side of life, Also remember you haven't loss her she is home where we all are going someday.Family hold your head up, GOD is Good.
Frances Genry
Raytown, Missouri, MO Tuesday, March 18, 2014 With Deepest SympathyMay You Be comforted
By Loving Memories
The family of Derrick Gentry
Marilyn Matthews
North Little Rock, AR Tuesday, March 18, 2014 My thoughts are with you. May God keep you during this time.Betty Hibbard
Monticello, AR Monday, March 17, 2014 You're all in my thoughts & prayers - especially you, sweet Bessie!! I love u!!Betty
Regina jacob
Monticello, AR Friday, March 14, 2014 The Family of T. Jackson Watkins:You have our sincere sympathy in the loss of your loved one. May God give you the strength you need in this time.
The Jacob Family