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Therese ‘Terry’ Pounds (Joiner): 1927-2024

Therese “Terry” Pounds (Joiner), 97, of Montclair, NJ died peacefully surrounded by family at Mountainside Hospital on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend, Terry was born a ‘survivor,’ having lost her mother who died soon after her birth in 1927 in New York City. She subsequently lived all over the world as a self-described “army brat” after her father, Colonel Talley Dosier Joiner, remarried and reclaimed “his little Therese” from her aunts who raised her until she was six. After graduating from Columbia High School in Maplewood, NJ, Terry briefly attended college at Trinity, DC, then decided to go to Katharine Gibbs Secretarial School in NJ. The skills she learned there served her well at her first secretarial jobs in Manhattan, then later at Montclair Kimberly Academy in Montclair where she worked for almost twenty years in the Office of External Affairs. She was proud of her mastery of the rules of English grammar, and many relied on her to proofread their letters. After the death of her husband in 1978, Terry set up a Montclair chapter of THEOS, a nationwide non-denominational support group for widowed men and women. She ran the group for approximately ten years and created friendships from that work that lasted until her death. She was also involved with the Friends of Barnet and the Montclair Fine Arts Festival.

Terry was predeceased in death by her husband, Donald Pounds, her son Richard, her beloved companions, Arthur Jones and Fred Berinato, and her sisters Lucy and Claire. She is survived by her son Donald Pounds and his companion Patrice Holtzer, daughter Mary Pounds Sisler, daughter-in-law Bette Pounds, sons James Pounds (Bethany) and Thomas Pounds (Liljana), daughter Virginia Pounds, sons Michael Pounds (Catherine) and John Pounds. She was the proud grandmother of sixteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren: Katy, Austin, Colleen, Connor, Jordan, Jason, Jeremy, Natalie, Anika, Evan, Noah, Ben, Eli, Max, Harper and Nolan; Scarlett, Emma, Carson, Peyton and Wesley. She is also survived by a large extended family and countless friends.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 9 at 10 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 30 N. Fullerton Ave., Montclair, NJ 07042, followed by interment of ashes at Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Upper Montclair.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Terry’s name to The Release Recovery Foundation at: https://donate.hakuapp.com/donations/new?fundraising_effort=in-loving-memory-of-therese-terry-pounds.

Anita Castaneda

08/03/1937 - 06/05/2024

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Obituary For Anita Castaneda

Anita H. Castañeda, 86, passed away on June 5, 2024, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. She was born in Toledo, Ohio on August 3, 1937, to Isabelle (Rodriguez) and Augustine Plasencio. Anita graduated from Morrison R. Waite High School. She dedicated her professional life as a secretary at Community Insurance, where her warmth and efficiency made her an invaluable asset.

Anita was a devout Catholic and faithful member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church whose life was guided by her strong spiritual beliefs.

Anita had a zest for life and a curious spirit. She had an insatiable love for reading, always eager to explore new worlds through the pages of a book. She loved being in her kitchen, where she delighted in experimenting with new recipes and flavors.

Anita had a passion for music and dancing, often lighting up the dance floor with her infectious energy and smile. Game shows were a favorite pastime, where her quick wit and competitive spirit shone through and occasionally, she enjoyed trips to the casinos.

An avid shopper with an eye for detail, Anita took pride in her meticulous approach to cleaning and organizing. Her dedication extended to her work as an Avon sales lady, where she built relationships with her clients and shared her love for beauty products.

A talented pianist with a love for classical music, Anita found joy in playing the piano and sharing her gift with others. Bowling nights were a cherished tradition, where she laughed and cheered alongside her friends and family.

Anita's marriage to her beloved husband Carlos, on July 13, 1963, was a testament to their enduring love and commitment. Together, they built a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. As a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister,

her love knew no bounds. Her family was the center of her universe, and she cherished every moment spent with them.

Anita is survived by her children, Charles (Lourdes) Castañeda, Roseann (John) Ruskinoff, Linda (Christopher) McCabe, Edward (Amy) Castañeda; grandchildren, Matthew, Stephanie, Adam, Maria, and Maya; great grandchildren, Maddie, and Noah; siblings, Robert (Vera) Plasencio, Carmelita Duran, Mary Rose (Tony) Silva, Dolores Tramill, Richard Plasencio, Loretta Alonzo; and beloved dog, Teddy. She was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Carlos Castañeda; siblings, Rita Dickson, Michael Plasencio, and Veronica Villarreal.

Friends will be received at Walker Funeral Home, 3500 Navarre Ave, Oregon, Ohio on Friday, June 7, 2024, from 11:00 AM-8:00 PM with a rosary service at 7:00 PM. Visitation will continue Saturday, June 8, 2024, at St. Thomas Aquanis Church, 729 White St, Toledo, Ohio 43605 from 9:30 AM-1030 AM with a mass at 10:30 AM. Burial will follow at St. Ignatius Cemetery. Memorial donations in Anita’s name may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio or to the American Cancer Society. A special thank you to the care team at St. Charles, Majestic, and Hospice of Northwest Ohio for the love and care given to Anita.

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