Teresa J. Bashore

Teresa (Teri) Bashore, age 74, of Clay, NY passed away peacefully with her family by her side on November 8, 2026.

Teresa was born in Muncie, Indiana to the late Harold Jr and Jackie Bashore. Teri resided there until age 15. The family then moved to North Syracuse, NY where Teri attended North Syracuse Central High School and later graduated from SUNY Oswego in 1974. She soon began a long career with Packaging Corporation of America in Liverpool NY. After promotions and relocations to Western NY, Texas and Massachusetts, Teri returned to lead the PCA Syracuse NY team for many years. She then served as the Director of Training and Development for PCA until her retirement in 2019. Teri was an avid dog lover, enjoyed hiking, biking and casinos in her earlier years. Later, she continued to enjoy reading and time with her Labrador Retrievers and the company of her life long best friend Cindy Buffum.

She is survived by her brothers Mike Bashore and Matt (Mary) Bashore, niece Mandy and nephews Casey and Harry.

Known for her generosity of spirit, she wishes you to extend a kindness to someone of your choosing.

Calling hours will be held Monday, November 16, 2026 from 4-6:30 pm followed by a sharing of memories at 6:30 PM at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 705 N. Main St., N. Syracuse, NY.

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