Terese A. Deeg

Terese (Terri) A. Deeg, 71 of Appleton, WI, passed away on November 9, 2026, after a long, hard-fought, and stubborn battle with pulmonary fibrosis. True to her spirit, Terri didn't give up without a fight.

Terri was born on July 13, 1955, in New London, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late John and Helen (Grakauski) Forslund.

On May 7, 1977, Terri married the love of her life, Ron A. Deeg. Together, they shared nearly 50 years of marriage filled with love, laughter, and countless memories. Whether they were cheering on the Green Bay Packers, a boat ride in Isle of Palms with family, or simply stopping at the local bar for a gimlet and to drop a $20 in a machine, Terri and Ron enjoyed their adventures together.

Terri loved the sunshine, the ocean, and just about any opportunity to sit outside and enjoy a beautiful day. She also had a potentially unhealthy obsession with pink flamingos that expanded from home décor, jewelry, to clothing. She and Ron spent over 10 years living in Florida, where she could enjoy all of these things. Terri also loved to shop, and if there was a craft fair, art show, or a store with a good shoe or jewelry selection nearby, you could bet she was going to stop.

Terri retired from Faith Technologies after more than 20 years of dedicated service.

Terri will be deeply missed by her loving husband, Ron; her two children, Joey Deeg and Cindy Deeg; her three brothers, Jeff (Linda) Forslund, Loren Forslund, and John Forslund; her brothers-in-law, Alan (Angela) Deeg and Randy Ott; her "Seester"-in-law, Karen Van Dinter; and her sister-in-law, Terri Deeg.

She is also survived by her nieces and nephews: Mark (Laura) Ott, Randy Jr. Ott, Ryan (Heather) Ott, Kris (Lori) Ott, Jeremy (Jennifer) Van Dinter, Danielle (Chris) Burden, and Samantha (Jaxon) Fenn.

Terri was preceded in death by her parents, John and Helen Forslund; her parents-in-law, George and Audrey Deeg; her "Seester"-in-law, Kathy Ott; her sister-in-law, Ellie Forslund; and her brother-in-law, Dan Deeg.

In keeping with Terri's wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. Instead, a Celebration of Life will take place at a later date, giving family and friends the opportunity to come together, share memories, laugh, and celebrate a life well lived.

“The next time you find yourself sitting in the sunshine, listening to the ocean, or finding a pair of shoes you probably don't need, take a moment to think of Terri. She would have loved every minute of it.”