Teri Lee Dyke

Known for her unconditional love, Teri had amazing strength and passion for living life to its fullest. Her smile would light up the room and her presence brought joy, warmth and kindness to everyone. She had a positive spirit that brought people together and created communities where everyone felt welcome and loved. The core of our family, she would compassionately and patiently listen to each of us, and did the same with everyone she connected with.

Teri was a leader in public health within the State of Michigan. She earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from the University of Detroit Mercy, and her Master’s of Science In Nursing from Michigan State University. Teri worked for Sparrow Health System for 20 years as a nurse as well as with infection control, and served as the president for the Michigan Society of Infection Control. She also worked for the American Lung Association and the State of Michigan with Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

Teri had a zest for life and was passionate about travel and the outdoors. Together with John, she visited several international destinations including Egypt, the Windward Islands, Alaska, the Galapagos Islands, Costa Rica and many more.

When she wasn’t traveling, you could often find her in or near the water, swimming, boating and sailing. Some of her favorite places included Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Bill’s Lake and the Caribbean. Teri and John also shared a passion for fishing. Based in Ludington, they fished with friends and participated in tournaments and events. At home,Teri also enjoyed beading, pickleball, reading, mowing the lawn, cooking and spending time with family & friends.

Daughter of Les (Leslie) VanBeveren and Jane (Carol) VanBeveren (Staat), Teri is survived by her husband, John of 27 years, her sister Lynn Heline, brother Leslie (Doreen) VanBeveren Jr, children Michael Soper, Amy Campbell (Michael), Kari Soper, and stepchildren David Dyke and Laura Blake (Michael), and six grandchildren Abigail, Andrew, Annabelle, William, Gabriel, and Jason.

A Celebration of Life will be held: Friday August 15th 1p-6p at Lakeview Banquet Center, 5942 Round Lake Road, Lainsburg Michigan 48848.

In leu of flowers, please consider a donation to one of the following:

University of MIchigan Health - Sparrow (select dropdown, Teri was a patient at UofM Health Sparrow - Clinton)

Colon Cancer Foundation with the American Cancer Society