Southbridge: Theresa M. (Missiewicz) Anctil, 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, Nov. 20th, at St. Vincent Hospital, Worcester, after a long illness.

She leaves her four daughters and two sons, Brenda L. Holton and her husband Robert of Butler, TN, Alan H. Anctil and his wife Adrienne of Daytona Beach, FL, Kathleen M. Garner and her husband David of Kissimmee, FL, Kevin P. Anctil and his partner, Susan Simpson of Charlton, Pamela M. Dusza and her husband Richard of Stafford Springs, CT and Deborah A. Anctil of Southbridge; she also leaves her sister, Loretta Kaszowski of Charlton and her brother, Francis "Franny" Missiewicz of Fayban, CT; her 8 grandchildren, Danielle Robidoux, Bradley Lowe and his wife Chelsea, Rudy Anctil, Chandel Pilling, Joseph Degnan, Camille Anctil, Cody Pilling and Alanna Anctil; and her 5 great grandchildren, Haley Grimes, Savannah Robidoux, Mila and Maeve Lowe and Amias Medero and her two beloved pets, Nya (dog) and Toby (cat).  She was predeceased by her brother, John Missiewicz and her sister, Barbara Missiewicz.  Theresa was born in Putnam, CT the daughter of Balislaw and Josephine (Kaminski) Missiewicz.

Theresa worked at the American Optical Co. in Southbridge for over 35 years, retiring many years ago.  She also worked part time at the Mass Turnpike rest stop in Sturbridge.

Theresa will be remembered as a strong, loving, generous and selfless woman.  A devoted mother, who at times worked three separate jobs to take care of her children.  She enjoyed spending time cooking and dancing around the kitchen, especially during the holidays.  Our mother's love of life was shown in her beautiful smile and fun-loving spirit.  Her favorite pastime was going to the casino; she was fond of gardening and loved flowers.  She cherished the time spent with her family and friends; she will be missed dearly by everyone who knew her.

Calling hours for Theresa will be held on Friday, December 1st, from 1:00 to 3:00pm in the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, with a funeral service to follow in the funeral home at 3:00pm.  Burial will be held at the convenience of the family.