Henrietta, NY: Theresa “Terri” Marie Pfuntner (Donlon), age 56, passed away peacefully at home on the third of September following a courageous battle against a glioblastoma brain tumor. She was surrounded by many loved ones, including her devoted husband of 12 years, Troy Donlon, her mother, Patricia Altavena, and her sisters Kimberley (Pfuntner) Starr and Jeanine (Pfuntner) Alcocer. She was predeceased by her father James Pfuntner, and is survived by her brother Douglas Pfuntner, step father JR Altavena, mother in law Grace Donlon, step daughters Ashley Donlon and Brianna Donlon, nieces Ali (Starr) Colberg, Rachel Starr, Carmen Alcocer, nephews Daniel Starr and Joel Alcocer, close friend Gerry Tyrrell, as well as a large circle of a loving extended family and dear friends.
Terri was a graduate of Geneseo High School, Rochester Institute of Technology and the University of Rochester. Terri was gifted academically and made significant contributions in the scientific field of chemical engineering. Throughout her life she was an avid and prize-winning equestrian. In recent years she divided her time between Rochester, NY and Ocala, FL, and rarely missed a day away from the companionship of her horses and beloved dog Bandit. She cherished her horses, border terrier dogs, family and friends and would do anything for them. Terri is known for her caring and giving nature, generosity, her quick wit, her beautiful smile and her love for life. Terri will be missed deeply by all that knew her, she brought joy to all.
Family and friends may call on Thursday, September 7th, from 5-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Terri’s Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, September 8th, at 11am, at St. Agnes Church, 96 Prospect Street, Avon, NY, Father Michael Fowler will be the celebrant. A graveside committal service and burial will be held at 1pm at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Perkinsville, NY, with a reception to follow at Groveland Fire Station. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Terri’s memory to: Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding, online at: https://www.rideatstar.org/ To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
My greatest of condolences to Terri’s family. I was fortunate to grow up with her, and her sisters and brother. I have fond memories of adventures at their house and horseback riding. Terri will be missed by so many. May you all find peace in your memories of her.
To Jeanine and Family:
We are very sorry for your sister’s Terry passing. Our Mom watches the Mass and prays for her everyday. We met Terry at Jeanine and Rudyard’s wedding. We remember that she was a very pretty young lady. May she rest in peace and her family take comfort in the Lord. May God bless all of her family. The Kowalewski and Alcocer Families.
Terri was the sweetest, beautiful & caring person.
She was my brother Jim’s oldest daughter & my God daughter. We talked a lot & she was there for me , when my Son, Ed had terminal cancer. Terri came over every day & gave him his shot & they became very close. She’s not suffering Ny left Niger, because God sent an Angel to take her to heaven to be with her Dad. God Bless
The most special person in the world with the biggest heart of them all. The best auntie a girl could ask for <3 we love you so so much Terri. Forever and always (as she would say!)
My Condolences and Prayers go out to Terri ‘s husband, Troy, her mother, sisters, aunts, uncles and cousins, all of whom loved her dearly.
My niece Terri was a beautiful person in so many ways.
The world has lost a person who was kind, gentle, and would do anything for anyone, and Heaven has gain an outstanding Angel.
Terri will be sorely missed.
To the Family of Terri Pfuntner,
We are deeply sorry for your loss; our hearts are with you at this time. In memory of Terri, a donation has been made to Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding on behalf of The Board and The Team at Physical Therapy at ACAC. Wishing you all peace and comfort.
With love,
The Board and Team at Physical Therapy at ACAC
Although I didn’t know her, I can see she touched many. I am so very sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
To Terri’ s family:
Everyone is in our thoughts and prayers during this sorrowful time. We are sending loving and caring thoughts.
Agnes ( co-worker of Kim’s)
I went to Genesee highschool with Terri and just wanted to pass on my condolences to her family and loved ones.
It sounds like she had a wonderful life after HS and had many loved ones in her life. 2 legged and 4 legged.
I wish the best to you all and keep her in your hearts.
To the family of Terri Pfuntner, So sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of need and after. May God keep all of you close in hand as he walks you through this hard chapter of your life. May God bless all of you.
To The Family of Terri Pfuntner, I went to school with Terri and remember her well. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. May she now RIP!!!
Terri was always so kind to everyone and loved her horses and dogs. Yes, Terri was my stepdaughter, but she will always be a daughter to me and be part of my heart.