Teresa Licate, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away on December 29, 2025. She was born on December 16, 1943, in Ashtabula to Michael and Minnie (Giannell) Lignetta and graduated from Ashtabula High School. Teresa was employed as an office manager and retired as a paraprofessional from Ashtabula Area City Schools. Teresa treasured time spent with family and friends, which usually included cooking and eating good food, lively conversation and much laughter. She was a generous and selfless person who delighted in the happiness of her loved ones, often expressed through her love of shopping for others. Teresa maintained a positive spirit and great sense of humor, particularly when faced with adversity. Tereasa was a devoted catholic who taught the Catechism of the Catholic Church to children on Saturdays. She was a lifelong member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Ashtabula. Upon moving in her latter years, Teresa joined Holy Family Church in Stow. Teresa is survived by her son David Licate and daughter-in-law Krista Licate, grandchildren Jacob Licate and Alaina Licate, sister Lita Kovacs, brother Anthony Lignetta, and many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph W. Licate, her parents, and her sister Carol Carney. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday Jan. 7 at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church with burial to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 4:30 to 7 at Guerriero Funeral Home. 1550 West 19th St. in Ashtabula.. Condolences can be made at guerrierofuneralhome.com