Doris Teresa Eberly

Doris Teresa EberlyAugust 21, 1927-October 20, 2026

Doris Teresa Eberly, beloved wife of Melvin Eberly, passed away peacefully the afternoon of October 20th while holding her hand, surrounded by her son, Richard Fortune and daughter, Shirley Bussell and one of her devoted caregivers.

Terry, as she like to be called, was born on August 21, 1927 in New Bedford, Massachusetts, the only child of Aldea Foisy and Noel Rondeau. Terry remained in the New England area until the age of 16 then moved to New York and then later relocated to Washington, D.C.

On May 15, 1964 she married Melvin Eberly, with her 3 children, Shirley, Patsy and Richard in attendance.

In addition to being a devoted wife and mother, she had a rewarding career in retail and hospitality. Terry was an accomplished painter and seamstress. She was most proud of the dresses she made for her two daughters for their proms, weddings and other festive occasions. She also enjoyed quilting and creating beautiful home furnishings.

After Mel’s retirement, they enjoyed designing and building several homes along the east coast, playing tennis with friends and traveling throughout the country in their RV.

In March of 2019, Mel and Terry moved from the east coast to Ben Lomond, California and have enjoyed the beautiful beaches and scenery along the coastline.

Terry is survived by her husband, Mel; her 3 children and step-daughter; Anna Marie Angst who lives in Pennsylvania; grandson, Larry Mullis of Selbyville, MD; and granddaughter, Stephanie Perraco of Gladys, Virginia.

We are forever grateful to the wonderful caregivers who assisted Terry during her illness and to Hospice of Santa Cruz for their constant vigilance, support and dedication to her.

A mass of Christian burial will be held Thursday, November 5th at 2pm at San Agustin Catholic Church at 257 Glenwood Road, Scotts Valley. She will be interred at Santa Cruz Memorial Cemetery in a private ceremony.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Hospice of Santa Cruz.