Teresa Ann Jackson, affectionately known as "Resie," was born on May 19, 1968, in Leesburg, Virginia, to Edward Jackson and the late Patricia Ann Jackson. Teresa's vibrant spirit, infectious laughter, and caring nature made her a joy to be around. Her presence was always felt by those fortunate enough to know her.

Growing up in a close-knit family, Teresa spent much of her early years with her siblings and cousins, creating lasting memories, sharing laughter, and occasionally getting into a little trouble. Growing up with her two sisters and brother, they looked out for each other and caused a little mayhem of their own. She had a few lifelong friends who remained close to her throughout the years. She was the best kind of friend. Her witty sense of humor and quick comebacks never failed to bring a smile to those around her.

Teresa was no stranger to hard work. She has worked in various fields but found one of her callings in helping and caring for others. Teresa took great pride in her job as a Teacher Assistant at Loudoun County Public Schools. Affectionately known as "Ms. T," she made a lasting impact on the students she worked with, especially those who needed a reminder of their value and purpose. Teresa went beyond her role, keeping in touch with many of her students and even attending their graduations to celebrate their achievements.

Teresa had many gifts, some that she had yet been able to share with the world. She was a brilliant writer. She wrote devotions and short stories that she hoped to one day publish.

Teresa's greatest attribute was her unwavering faith, inherited from her mother, who served faithfully at Mt. Zion Hamilton for many years. Teresa followed in her mother's footsteps, serving in many capacities, including ushering and helping to clean the church. She loved her church family, and it was through these relationships that her faith grew. Teresa shared her faith with anyone she could through prayers, encouraging notes, devotionals for her children, and sermons from her favorite pastor, Robert Madu. She believed trusting in God could ease life's difficulties and passionately shared this message with others.

Outside of her faith, Teresa loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She cherished every moment with them, whether it was connecting and spending time with her son Ryan, or having dance parties and making funny videos with her daughters Shai and Maya, discussing the latest sermons they shared or episodes of the Chosen with her daughter Porsha, or sharing stories of the Jackson family's adventures with her son Brandon. Teresa was overjoyed by the opportunity to move to Texas to spend more time with her children and grandchildren. She loved to spoil them, speak life over them, and make sure they knew how much they were loved, often coming up with special names for each of them.

Family and friendship meant everything to Teresa. She loved her family and friends deeply and was always there when needed. Many will feel her absence, as she was the type of person you could always depend on.

Teresa is survived by her father, Edward Jackson (Ms. Ann); her five children, Brandon Jackson, Naporsha Smith, Ryan Tates, Shamara Woodfaulk, and Maya Woodfaulk; her four grandchildren, Tavian Smith, Kawhi Jackson, Kemba Jackson, and Ariyah Smith; her daughter-in-law Natalie Jackson and son-in-law Brian Smith; her two sisters: Lynn McNeil and Veronica Coates; and her brother James Mitchell. She is also survived by two brother-in-laws, Shawn McNeil and Ralph Coates. Teresa was preceded in death by her mother, Patricia Ann Jackson.

Her family and friends will forever cherish her memory and the love she shared with them. Teresa's legacy of faith, love, and selflessness will continue to inspire all who knew her.