Theresa Lynn Ellinghuysen

Theresa Lynn (Johnson) Ellinghuysen 55, of Winona passed away Tuesday, August 18th, 2015, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family, following a courageous two-year battle with ovarian cancer.She was born June 3, 1960, in Van Nuys, California to Clifford and JoAnn (Miller) Johnson. She was united in marriage to Devin R. Ellinghuysen on August 1, 1997, in Nashua, IA.Theresa was baptized as a child of God at First Lutheran Church, Van Nuys, CA on June 11th, 1960. She grew up and was a confirmed member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Onalaska, WI. Theresa graduated from Luther High School, Onalaska, WI and Western Wisconsin Technical Institute. She lived in Tampa FL, for many years, but was happy to return to the MN climate where she met the love of her life, Devin. Theresa worked in a variety of secretarial positions over the years, and most recently as a secretary for Lewiston-Altura High School for 17 years. She enjoyed working with flower beds, gardens, and a variety of crafts. Theresa was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lewiston for the past 18 years. During that time, she enjoyed serving the Lord as a Sunday school teacher, most recently enjoyed participating in the hand bell choir and Jesus Cares Ministry, giving her the opportunity to share with others her faith in Jesus as her savior. She also belonged to the Lewiston Cancer Support Group. Theresa's family was very important to her, and she knows that even though she has gone from their sight, she will remain in their hearts forever.Theresa is survived by her loving husband, Devin, Winona, MN, brother, Rodney Johnson, Winona, MN, Mother-in-law, Arlis Ellinghuysen, Lewiston, MN, Brother and Sisters-in-law, Richard (Pam) Ellinghuysen, Omaha, NE, Sherrie Ellinghuysen, Rochester, MN, Faith Ellinghuysen, Carrollton, TX, Holly (Nathan) Fredrickson, Brandon, SD, Vicki (Joe) Wineski, Winona, MN, nieces and nephews, Alex, Aric, Annastassia, Michael, and Rachael. She was preceded in death by her parents, step father, father-in-law and grandparents.Funeral Services will be 11AM Saturday at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lewiston with the Reverends Michael A. Lindemann and Paul Kuckhahn officiating. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery. Friends may call at the Church from 4-8PM Friday and 10 - 11 AM Saturday. Please share a memory of Theresa at her on-line guestbook and view her video tribute when it becomes available at www.hofffuneral.com. Memorials are preferred to the Lewiston Cancer Support Group, Winona Area Hospice and to St. John's Lutheran Church Cemetery. Hoff Funeral Service of Lewiston is assisting the family with arrangements.
Tribute video can be found at: videos.lifetributes.com/623109