Teri Janeane King, 59, of Ottumwa, died at 1:55 a.m. February 7, 2025 at Vista Woods Care Center.
She was born October 23, 1965 in Ottumwa to Monte James and Linda Kay Taylor King.
A 1984 graduate of Ottumwa High School, Teri earned her Bachelor degree in education and Master’s of Education from University of Northern Iowa. She later went on to earn her Master’s of Education Administration from the University of Iowa. Teri taught 5th grade in Iowa City and for 5 years in the Marshall Islands. Moving back to Ottumwa, she taught at Evans Middle School. Teri also worked as a math specialist for the Great Prairie AEA and for the Ottumwa School District as Director of Student Supports
She loved teaching and staying in contact with many of her former students. Everyone who knew Teri knew she had a heart of gold.
Teri was an organizer and giver! She loved planning trips, parties, and shopping for others. Most of all, she loved spending time with friends and family, especially her daughter, Taylor.
Surviving is her daughter, Taylor of Ottumwa; her parents Monte and Linda King of Ottumwa; along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Nici King.
As per her wishes, her body has been cremated. A service to celebrate her life will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, February 15th at Reece Funeral Home. Her family will be present one hour prior to the service to greet friends.
In lieu of flowers or a memorial, it would make Teri very happy if you would provide a random act of kindness for someone – and go overboard, just like she would have. If you feel compelled to give, memorials may be made to Heartland Humane Society.
