In Memory of Theresa Bishop

Theresa Ann Bishop went to be with Jesus in her childhood home on June 21st, 2024. Terri is preceded in death by her parents, John and Rosalie Belusko, brother John Charles Belusko, and niece, Sarah Belusko. She is survived by her siblings, Helen King, Greg Belusko, and Tommy Belusko, her son Robertt Bishop and wife Cynthia and her grandchildren David, Danny, and Christin along with great-grandchildren Wynona and Isabella as well as her nieces and nephews Adam Belusko, Karla (Belusko) Burch, John Erik Belusko, Wesley Belusko, Jamie (Belusko) Roberts, Hannah Belusko, and Abigail Belusko.

Terri was born in Macalester, Oklahoma on November 17th, 1949. She graduated with her bachelor’s degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State. After college she began her career of teaching and taught high school science. Above all, Terri was known for her kindness and love of animals. She took in dogs and cats and gave them a loving, forever home. Anyone who ever rode in a car with her knew the inevitability of stopping to save a turtle that was crossing the road, no matter how fast the traffic. Terri bred and raised racehorses, rode nice horses and enjoyed nothing more than being able to look outside at a field full of beautiful horses. Among other hobbies, she grew all varieties of plants including substantial lemon trees. Terri was a friend to all. Her empathy and compassion for animals and her ability to see beauty in all of Gods’ creations is how she will be remembered.

Terris’ departure to Heaven is felt heavily on the hearts of all who loved her. We all find peace in knowing she is no longer in pain and is riding her horses in Heavens’ green grass.

Heavenly Father, I pause mindful of the many blessings you have bestowed upon me. I ask that you guide me in my life. Help me, Lord, to live my life in such a manner that when I make that last ride to the country up there, where the grass grows lush and stirrup high and the water runs cool, that you’ll take me by the hand and say, “Welcome home cowgirl.” Amen.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.