Teresa Louise (Thornlund) Lee, 60, of Rockford, passed away with scleroderma on March 20, 2026, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. She was born on July 25, 1965, in Rockford; the daughter of Ralph and Pauline) Frisella) Thornlund. Teresa graduated from East High School in 1983 and went on to graduate from Rockford School of Practical Nursing. On December 20, 1985, Teresa married the love of her life, Bruce L. Lee.
Teresa is survived by her husband of 40 years, Bruce; and her sons Keith P. Lee and Ian Patrick Lee. She is predeceased by her parents and maternal and paternal grandparents.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center for their card and compassion.
There will be a private Celebration of Life at a later date. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 6204 Forest Hills Rd., Loves Park, IL 61111. www.statelinecremations.com