Teri Lesesne Obituary – Death: “I will never forget her kindness, her giant heart, and her sharp tongue, all delivered with love and an unforgettable Texas twang that I can still hear in my head right now.”
Dr. Teri Lesesne, also known as Professor Nana, a Professor at Sam Houston State University, has passed away. Dr. Lesesne died yesterday, September 1, 2021. The cause of death has not been revealed.
Hearing about the passing of Teri Lesesne is a gut punch to the profession, and to my heart. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Teri. You have helped so many. You have changed so much. You live on. Rest.
— Kate Roberts (@teachkate) September 2, 2021
Dr. Lesesne was a longtime active member of TLA and received the 2020 Outstanding Library Services Award from TLA.
This death has caused a lot of friends and family of Lesesne so much hurt. It is in that mourning spirit that the concerned persons have taken to social media to share tributes to the deceased and condolences to the affected family.
Tributes To Teri Lesesne
Below are some of the statements shared across social media users’ timelines on the death of Lesesne.
Sad to hear about the passing of @ProfessorNana Teri Lesesne. She was the best book talker—someone who steered me toward so many YA authors to share with my students. She was an influencer (before influencer was a profession) who created so many readers. Thanks, Teri. @PlanoELAR
— Craig McKinney (@craigjmckinney) September 2, 2021
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved colleague and friend, Dr. Teri Lesesne @ProfessorNana As a distinguished professor at @samhoustonstate, Dr. Lesesne inspired countless students for more than 30 years and was a champion for readers of all ages. pic.twitter.com/GrsGTsm7H7
— Texas Library Assn. (@TXLA) September 1, 2021
We at NTTBF are saddened to learn of the loss of @ProfessorNana Teri Lesesne. She was a wonderful educator and advocate for libraries. We are grateful for her help with Educator Day year after year, and we send our deepest condolences to her family, friends, & colleagues.
— North Texas Teen Book Festival (@NTTBFest) September 2, 2021
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