Schoharie: Teresa Ann Meade, Esq. 68, of Schoharie passed away suddenly Tuesday, December 9th at her home.
Teresa was born October 8, 1957 in Cobleskill, NY, a daughter of Keith R. and Marion (Numann) Meade. She graduated from Schoharie High School and then graduated from the Law Program at Albany Law School of Union University. Following a brief employment at AVCO, a Goldman Sachs affiliate in Albany, she returned to Schoharie as one of the first woman attorneys to practice law in Schoharie County. She served as Assistant District Attorney for many years under Frank Klein. Her passion was advocacy for women and children, serving until her retirement in 2024 in Family Court often as the children’s lawyer. The legal aid society honored her for her service and she had practiced for 40 years.
A true citizen of Schoharie, she supported community activities. When serving on the Schoharie American Cancer Society Chapter in 1993 she received their outstanding achievement award for helping to establish the fundraiser “Halloween in Howe Caverns”.
Teresa loved cooking, especially baking. Just a week ago she made a full thanksgiving dinner for friends and family. She was a devoted NY Mets fan, occasionally traveling to NYC to see the games in person. She enjoyed travelling; with New Orleans as her favorite destination. She even scored a prized ZULU Coconut Throw. Teresa also owned and loved dogs, particularly Boxers.
She was predeceased by her parents and by her brother, Darin Meade just 6 months ago. Teresa is survived by her brother, Brian of Tucson, AZ, her uncle, Guy Numann of Melbourne FL and her Aunt Patricia Numann, MD, of Syracuse as well as numerous beloved cousins and friends.
A memorial service will be held in her honor in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donation can be made to the Albany Law School, 80 New Scotland Ave., Albany, NY 12208-3494 in memory of Teresa, class of 1982.
The Langan Funeral Home of Schoharie and the Robert A. Guffin Funeral Home of Cobleskill are assisting the Meade family. Please visit www.langanfuneralhome.com for further information and to leave a special message for Teresa’s family and friends.
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