Teresa J.

Holtsberry

CLARKSVILLE, TN: Teresa J. Holtsberry, former Paulding County, OH resident, age 71, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at Med Center Health, Bowling Green, KY.

She was born in Paulding, OH on August 15, 1954 to her late parents Russell Junior "Jack" and Mary Justine (Keck) Holtsberry.

Teresa was an English professor at Nashville State Community College, Nashville, TN. She proudly served her country in the United States Army as a nurse for over 20 years. Teresa was dedicated to her family and her military career in a quiet way, never boasting about her accomplishments or the dozens of awards she earned.

She is survived by her son, Jeremy (Ashley) Holtsberry, Bowling Green, KY; brother, Mark (Lisa) Holtsberry, Paulding, OH; grandchildren: Leo, Ares, Apollo and Athena Holtsberry, Bowling Green, KY.

Teresa is also preceded in death by her twin sister, Laresa Johnston in 2023.

Graveside service for Teresa will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026 at Hedges Cemetery, Jackson Township, Paulding County, OH. Military rites will be accorded by the Paulding VFW Post 587.