Maria Teresa

Gutierrez

Maria Teresa Gutierrez (April 1, 1942 - November 6, 2026)

With deep love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Maria Teresa Gutierrez, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and woman of faith who entered eternal life on November 6, 2026.

Teresa is reunited in heaven with her beloved husband of 58 years, Jose Gutierrez; her son Sergio; daughter-in-law Denise; and many family members and loved ones who preceded her in death.

She is lovingly remembered by her children Juan (Lori), Margarita, Enrique (Lisa), Mario (Jill), Ariel (Michelle), Leticia (David) Kenny, Quiana (Steve) Betchner, Maricruz (Bill) Patterson, and Cristobal. She also leaves behind 24 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, and many dear friends.

Faith was the foundation of Teresa's life. A lifelong and devoted Catholic, she raised her family with a strong commitment to God, family, service, and education. Together with Jose, she built a home filled with love, sacrifice, prayer, and compassion. She believed deeply in the value of Catholic education and made countless sacrifices to ensure her children received a strong educational and spiritual foundation. Her gentle guidance, steadfast prayers, and unconditional love shaped generations and will continue to inspire all who knew her.

A visitation celebrating Teresa's life will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Home, 6080 S. 27th Street, Milwaukee. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Parish, 2100 W. Mitchell Street, Milwaukee, followed by burial at St. Adalbert Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pius XI Catholic High School or St. Vincent de Paul Parish, reflecting Teresa's lifelong commitment to Catholic faith and education.

Her greatest legacy was not what she owned, but the faith she shared, the family she nurtured, and the love she gave so generously. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.