Obituary of Teresa Schnulle

Teresa "Terri" Jo Schnulle, 53, of Sterling passed away Wednesday April 27, 2022 surrounded by family at OSF Saint Anthony’s Hospital in Rockford. Teresa was born May 29, 1968 the daughter of Jim and Emmalinda (Rodriguez) Howard. She married Brian Schnulle on July 3, 1999 in Dixon. Teresa enjoyed spending time with family, her grandchildren were her pride and joy. She was tender hearted, thoughtful, and humble, simply enjoyed celebrating life. Survivors include her husband Brian; mother Emmalinda Howard; two sons Michael (Sabrina) Lopez Jr. of Ft. Collins CO, and Justinn Schnulle of Sterling; one daughter Amanda Lopez of Sterling; three sisters Roxanne (David) Novak of Neenah WI, Lynn (Jimmy Dickey) Howard of Sterling, and Emily (Ricky) Fortune of Rock Falls; four grandchildren Alyzea Mckendry, Joshua Mckendry, Alexa Mckendry, and Arianne JoLee Webb. Teresa was preceded in death by her father Jim Howard, and one brother Duane Howard. Cremation rites have been accorded and Celebration of Life will take place from 2PM-4PM Saturday April 30, 2022 at Schilling Funeral Home & Cremation, Sterling. A gathering of family and friends will take place at K's Corner immediately following. A memorial has been established. Condolences may be sent to www.schillingfuneralhome.com