Theresa (Tess) Cummings - Memorial Page

Obituary

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Tess Cummings, who peacefully departed this life surrounded by family on February 16, 2024, at the age of 82, having received the Last Rite of the Catholic Church. A devout servant of God, Tess found solace and strength in her unwavering faith through her final moments. Tess, beloved Daughter, Sister, Spouse, Mother, Nana, Aunt, and Friend leaves behind a legacy of love, happiness, and kindness.

Tess was born on February 24, 1941, in Manila, Philippines, to her parents Herman A. and Lucy F. (nee Moss) Kienstra. She was the firstborn of six girls. Born in the Philippines, later held as a prisoner of war with her mother, father, and sister during World War II. Raised in Ferguson, Missouri, and later relocated to Summerville, South Carolina, and then to Cincinnati, Ohio. She touched the lives of all who knew her with her infectious laughter, compassionate heart, and gentle spirit.

Tess was known for her unwavering love for her family and friends, incredible strength, and warm and caring personality.

In her lifetime, Tess accomplished so much, but her greatest achievement was the love she shared with her family and friends. Her legacy will live on through the countless lives she has touched.

Cherished wife of Neil Cummings (deceased). Adored Mother of Missy (Kelsey) Yerger, Matthew (Linda) Cummings. Beloved Nana to her grandchildren, Sydney (Joel) Meyer, Paige (Joseph) Newton, Chase (Kristen) Cummings, Amelia Fowler, Davis Fowler, and Luke Fowler, great-granddaughter Savannah Meyer, and honorary great-grandsons Carter and Carson Silvers. Dear Sister and Aunt of Lucy (Fred) Dreste, JoAnn Feller (deceased), Mary Ann (Robert) Taaffe (deceased), Linda McNeal, Madonna Schwiete, Diane Cummings, Kay (Thomas) Kearns, John (Dorothy) Phelan-Cummings, Donald Griffin, Susan Fike, Mike (Allison) Griffin, Linda (James) Szweda, Mary Kathleen Kearns and Nicole Schwiete. She will be deeply missed by all who know her.

A Mass of Christian Burial dedicated to Tess will be celebrated on February 25th, 2024 at Seven Acres Senior Living at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Seven Acres Senior Living’s activities department. https://gofund.me/a871682e

May her soul rest in peace, and may her memory be a blessing to us all.

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Funeral Service (In-Person)

Sunday, February 25, 2024, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Eastern Time

Seven Acres Senior Living 476 Riddle Road Cincinnati, OH 45220

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Paige Newton

I met Nana when my son Joel began dating Sydney. She was so sweet and I was so impressed with her making trips up and down the stairs to do the laundry. I loved her sense of humor and kindness to Joel. She was always wanting Joel and Sydney to get married and it was on her mind every time I saw her. As her health and mobility began to become challenged she still laughed and was happy to receive visitors. (That was because Missy would help her get ready she would tell me. ) Missy always made sure Nana entered all dolled up. Her bright red hair was her signature and it fit her personality perfectly. My parents were big fans of Nana and the Yerger family. My mom always wanted to grab the seat right next to Nana. They both enjoyed looking fashionable and gave great attention to their makeup, hair and clothes. If my mom every had a sister I’d say Nana would be it.

Joyce Meyer

Tess is fondly remembered by the Cummings family in Missouri and Kansas. Such a loving person, Tess held her family warmly in the palm of her hand and her family is her greatest legacy. She loved you all so much! Rest in peace old friend!

Kathleen Cummings Kearns

I will forever miss her laugh. Nana & Carson!

Sydney Meyer

I feel so incredibly blessed to have known and loved Tess these last 2 1/2 years. She brought so much happiness and fun to Little Sisters/Seven Acres. She loved her family immensely and talked about them with such pride and joy. She genuinely cared about others and always asked me about my family. I will miss her dearly: her laugh, her smile, her spirit and her pure heart. Missy, Matt, Sydney, Paige and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Tess will always have a piece of my heart!

Melanie Hampton

It was a blessing to have known Tess, to be her nurse and just to be a part of the light and joy she brought to the world. I'll tell baby Buddha all about her and how he got his nickname when he grows up. I will be praying for your family in this difficult time. She will be missed tremendously.

Ashley

Mom's 80th birthday party. 3 generations.

Matthew Cummings

Mom got the card she wanted but trying to keep her poker face on

Matthew Cummings

Mom acting like she doesn't have any good cards but manages to have a jar full of change!

Matthew Cummings

The Fams at Savannah's baptistm.

Matthew Cummings

Mom and I sitting around playing cards of course!!

Matthew Cummings

Mom and Linda

Matthew Cummings

Mom and I during her visit to Lexington

Matthew Cummings

Mom with Amelia, Davis and Luke

Matthew Cummings

Mom hanging on the patio in Lexington getting a little sun.

Matthew Cummings

Mom as a baby

Matthew Cummings

Newspaper article about them being held prisoner in the Philippines during WWII

Matthew Cummings

A collage Mom had made about her being held prisoner in the Philippines during WWII when she was an infant with my Grandma, Grandpa and Aunt Lucy.

Matthew Cummings

If anyone knew my Mom, they knew she was a HUGE Johnny Mathis fan. She got to meet him in person after his concert just by chance. She wouldn't let go of his arm, LOL! Thank you Missy for making that all happen.

Matthew Cummings

Mom and Savannah

Matthew Cummings

Mom with Luke and Davis

Matthew Cummings

Mom's the big winner at Seven Acres

Matthew Cummings

Mom and Paige at the winter ball

Matthew Cummings

Mom and Sister at Seven Acres enjoying ice cream

Matthew Cummings

Mom, Chase and Matt

Matthew Cummings

Mom and Chase

Matthew Cummings

Matt, Mom and Chase

Matthew Cummings

Mom and Chase

Matthew Cummings

Mom and Chase

Matthew Cummings

Mom and Aunt JoAnn in Nashville. Sitting around telling stories and laughing. I bet they are both doing the same thing right now in Heaven!!

Matthew Cummings

Aunt Madonna, Missy and Mom in Nashville. Laughing of course!!

Matthew Cummings

Missy and Mom in Nashville

Matthew Cummings

Mom's 80th birthday party. With Aunt Linda and Aunt Madonna

Matthew Cummings

Mom's 80th birthday

Matthew Cummings

Mom and me at Isle of Palms, SC

Matthew Cummings

Isle of Palms, SC

Matthew Cummings

Isle of Palms SC

Matthew Cummings

Very sorry for the loss of such an amazing woman. Prayers.

Ann

Very sorry for the loss of such an amazing woman. Prayers.

Ann

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Sydney Meyer

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Sydney Meyer

Meeting the love of her life! Johnny Mathis

Sydney Meyer

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Sydney Meyer

Paige Newton

Her prayers were answered ❤️

Sydney Meyer

Paige Newton

She prayed for years for her first great grandbaby!

Sydney Meyer

Paige Newton

Tess was an inspiration for me. She, by her Spirit of Faith, helped me accept life’s changes. Tess and her family will be included in my daily prayers. Missy was an awesome daughter. God bless. Tess, go with the Angels and enjoy Paradise. You have earned such a reward. Sr. Marie

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Sr. Marie

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