Teresa Yvonne McCullough (Henderson)
Teresa Yvonne McCullough (Henderson), age 68, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Saint Luke’s East Hospital, surrounded by her daughter, her best friend, Pam, and her son-in-law.
Teresa will be laid to rest alongside both of her parents at Mount Moriah Cemetery at a later date.
A Celebration of Life will be held on November 17, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at The Lumber Co. in Peculiar, Missouri. Family and friends are welcome to come together to celebrate Teresa’s life and share memories of the joy she brought to so many.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Teresa’s memory to her favorite organizations: Wayside Waifs, KC Pet Project, or the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City.
Teresa was born on January 10, 1958, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Margo and Donald Henderson. She graduated from Grandview High School in 1976. Following high school, Teresa began her career journey in St. Louis with a modeling agency. She later spent many years working in the medical insurance industry, including positions with Abbey Medical and Principal Financial Group.
Teresa was a friend to all and a stranger to no one. She had a way of making people feel welcome and loved, and she will forever be remembered for her infectious laugh, beautiful smile, and loving personality. Her heart extended beyond people to the animals she cherished. Teresa was a devoted animal lover and rescuer, always showing compassion and kindness to those who needed it most.
Teresa was preceded in death by her parents, Margo and Donald Henderson, and her brothers, Eric Henderson and Greg Henderson.
Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter, Erica (Jeffery) Gorman of Raymore, Missouri; her beloved granddaughter, Lena Gorman; her sister, Lisa Green of Baldwin, Kansas; along with many extended family members and dear friends who loved her deeply.
Teresa leaves behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, love, and kindness. Though she will be greatly missed, the smiles she shared, the lives she touched, and the love she gave will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Forever loved, never forgotten.
