Theresa Lonadier

1978 ∼ 2007

Theresa Lonadier

Theresa "Dakota" Lonadier, 28, of Mauriceville, died Friday, June 8, 2007, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 12, 2007, at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Bridge City, with the Reverend Lanny Wheat, officiating.

Entombment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Bridge City.

Visitation will be 5-9 p.m. Monday, June 11, at the funeral home.

Born in Fort Worth on November 4, 1978, she was the daughter of Tommy and Linda Loper Lonadier.

Theresa was an avid rodeo fan. She enjoyed participating in the Equestrian Singles chat room where she made lasting friendships with people from across the country and beyond.

Preceded in death by her mother, Linda, on April

30, 2006, Theresa is survived by her father, Tommy Lonadier of Mauriceville; grandparents, Walter and Melva Loper of Buna, Hellen and James Hardin of Mauriceville, Harold and Betty Lonadier of Orangefield; aunts and uncles, Wesley and Pam Loper of Kirbyville; Patsy and C.W. Rainwater of DeRidder, Louisiana; uncle, Melvin Lonadier of Baytown; cousins, Jason Loper and his wife Tasha and Shane Loper and his fiance' Farah, all of Buna; and many other cousins.

Pallbearers will be Shane Loper, Jason Loper, Brad Crane, C.W. Rainwater, Mike Vercher, Melvin Lonadier and Aubrey Crane.

Condolences

Anonymous September 1, 2010
It always hurt more, when they pass so young. Please accept my condolences. Johnny Lonadier Sr.##imported-begin##Johnny Lonadier Sr##imported-end##
Anonymous June 17, 2007
I was so sorry to hear about Theresa "Dakota"s passing. She was a Fried Twinkies blog regular and I really appreciated her contributions and insights. I certainly will miss her. My heart goes out to all of you who loved and cared for her. She was a remark##imported-begin##Lane##imported-end##
Anonymous June 14, 2007
Kota was taken from us too soon. I still look towards the list of people in chat, waiting for her to come in. I miss her dearly, as I have known her through various message boards and websites for years. I never had the fortune to meet her in person, but ##imported-begin##Kim Ruzich##imported-end##
Anonymous June 13, 2007
My condolences to Theresa's family. Her ES family is missing her just as much. ES wont be the same without her. Thanks for the moonshine Kota. Good ride Cowgirl, good ride. Barry aka Sweetcowpoke##imported-begin##Barry Tell##imported-end##
Anonymous June 13, 2007
I used to call Theresa "kotakinssister" and I was "Petnursesister". Even though I have never met Theresa in person, I truly felt a sisterhood with her. She was and still is my baby sister.. Kotakinssista" thank you for the honor of "knowing" you! As we us##imported-begin##Theresa Pellicano##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
Kat and I would like to express our most sincere condolences to Tommy and his family. We were deeply shocked and profoundly sad when we heard the news. Kota always greeted us so warmly with hugs and smiley faces whenever we were in chat and was a friend t##imported-begin##Andrew##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
kota Chat will never be the same for me as I will miss your warm friendly personality. You always had a kind word for anyone who needed it, or an ear to listen, or a boot in the backside to set someone in the right direction. Oh yeah and a cold beer or ##imported-begin##Eileen Raffaelli azrun2win##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
KOTA u will be dearly missed!! I know u sittin on the fence with Timmers, Frosty, and Wolfie smilin down on us right now!! I couldnt ask for a more special ANGEL ridin with me on my shoulder! Love ya Jen##imported-begin##Jen##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
Go in peace kota My Sister?s Tears She stands in a mist of many battles, with head held high, and soul so strong. She vow?s never to stop the good fight for her People. With a spirit of Wisdom and warriors heart she prays for peace that we all##imported-begin##Debbie Hamilton kawayomaana##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
Boozhoo Kota My spirits sank and my tears flowed when RS got word to me!! But then I remembered...you wouldn't LET me be down...whether it be a frying pan to the head, pulling my "chair" out from under me, or whatever else... You always have and always ##imported-begin##Mare Chippewa##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
Whether she was using "Dakota," or just "Kota," she was always a joy to banter with. I didn't know Theresa personally, but well enough to recognize a bright light. I'm saddened to hear that light has gone out. She will be missed.##imported-begin##Bruce Gibson##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
Kota, you brought joy to the lives of all that you meet with your cheerful personalty. you will never be forgotten.....ES will never be the same without you. May you rest in peace.##imported-begin##Karlene Faulkner##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
Kota was a really great person and I enjoyed talking with her about her love of rodeo and bull riding in particular. I will miss her witty comments and informed knowledge. I have fond memories of her and those will stay with me forever. I was saddened ##imported-begin##Derita Earl##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
Although Dakota and I never really chatted, her posts on the Fried Twinkies blog were always fun and friendly. You could tell she was a special person, and had a deep love for the sport of rodeo. May it comfort you to know that your precious Theresa touch##imported-begin##Stacey- aka Wisco Kid##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
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Anonymous June 12, 2007
I will always remember your sweet, gentle soul........Trancasbeach##imported-begin##Stefon##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
Theresa, Dakota, hugs to you :- Little Creek##imported-begin##Lucy Lowe littlecreek##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in our Oklahoma thoughts and prayers. May God Bless You all.##imported-begin##Jeannie##imported-end##
Anonymous June 12, 2007
Kotabearais how I always knew Theresa. I was so sad to hear of her passing and will always remember her. What a fine young lady that touched so many over so many miles. An inspiration to me. Mere words cannot describe The many qualities you show, The##imported-begin##Sandra pdfma##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Dak, Thru many late nites of silliness, laughter, tears, and joy, you were always there. Your smiley faces, friendship and funny stories will be missed. In many ways you are the lucky one now, for I know you are no longer wishing for life, but living it##imported-begin##horsechic##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
When Heaven's Gates opened, the Great Cowboy upstairs welcomed "Kota" with open arms and they danced. My deepest sympathy's to Theresa's family and friends. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Joanne Fawcett aka Prairiecowgirl##imported-begin##Joanne Fawcett##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Dakota was a huge help to Rodeo Attitude. She kept me well informed on what was going on and saved me hours of research time. I will dearly miss her calls and e mails. God Bless her, she will never be forgotten!##imported-begin##Cindy Meyers##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Get on that horse and ride on a cloud Dance around heaven laughing out loud You're as light as a feather as free as the birds with old friends beside you your heart speaks your words Just seeing your name in the chat room of fate M##imported-begin##Tina Santillo cowgrlwannabe##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Dakota we will miss you in the rodeo world. You made an impression on all of and I would like to thank her family for sharing her with us all.##imported-begin##Damon Rogers##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Oh Dakota, girl we're going to miss you so much. I'm wished I'd gotten to make another trip to see you before you left us. Aerial is devastated, she's going to miss ya'lls nightly Yahoo IM's so much. We're both going to miss you more than words can ever e##imported-begin##Cathe & Aerial Butler##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Theresa, Your happy attitude and endless smiley faces always brought sunshine into the lives of those who knew you. When the Lord took you home, so many of us lost a dear friend. Someday we'll meet again, and spend eternity sharing more good times. My##imported-begin##Jacquie Glasscoe##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Kota was a great individual. Very well liked young lady, taken from the world all too soon. She will be in heaven sittin on the fence watching all the other great rodeo people taken too soon. They now "THE" rodeo fan.##imported-begin##Chris Driskill##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Dakota, you will be missed but never forgotten. Thank you for the laughs over the years ... the Internet will not be the same without you ~##imported-begin##Karen Martin##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Koter....Babygirl, you have no idea the hearts you touched. You were always good for a laugh. I remember you telling me that you didn't let just anyone call you Koter. I thought I was pretty special, being you granted me permission too. You may be gon##imported-begin##Melissa aka Texascowgirl4u##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
I am saddened to have lost the friendship of a wonderfull lady that has touched the hearts and souls of so many people.teresa you may have been looking for the love of one but you have found the love of many. Mr Lonadier , your daughter was a very special##imported-begin##Tom Cocci##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Kota Kota, you were one of the rare ones, a truly honest and sincere person and liked by all. I don't go in chat much anymore, but I will surely miss you welcoming me when I do. I hope your watching so you will know how truly loved you were. God be wit##imported-begin##jeannie guill luvajet##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Kota you were a blessing to all of us & we will miss you!!! My prayers are with the family in this difficult time. Radiogirl##imported-begin##Radiogirl1##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
"Kota" Some Friends are like Angels, that brighten our days in all kinds of wonderful and magical ways. Their thoughtfulness comes, as a gift from above, and we feel we are surrounded by a warm caring love. Like Upside down rainbows, their smiles bring ##imported-begin##Tammylee aka DakotagirlUSA##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
MY THOUGHTS AN PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY AT YOUR TIME OF LOSS MAY GOD BLESS YOU KOTA WAS A VERY WOUNDERFUL WOMAN .I'LL MISS HER DEARLY _ K.K.##imported-begin##K.K. WILLIS##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Mr. Lonadier Sir, I would ask for the opportunity to take this time to share a little of "Daks" as I fondly call her and what she means to me . I first met Dakota in Equestrian Singles a fair time ago, Dakota was one of the first to greet me and mak##imported-begin##Paul T Murray##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Theresa was one of my longest lasting friendships on Equestrian Singles and we were about to start our, I think, 8th year as friends. She was always a sweetheart and an absolute joy to talk to. I will miss her greatly and am so sorry to hear of this tra##imported-begin##Daria##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Dakota you will be missed greatly in the ES rooms. My thougths and prayers go out to your family. Sit tall in the saddle and know that you are missed. fancy##imported-begin##Amy Chancey##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Kota you will be greatly missed but we in ES know you are in a much better place now, free from pain or worry. My thoughts and prayers go out to all your family and friends.##imported-begin##Jerry ~ clydedriver##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Baby Girl.... You're in a safe place now... No more fears, no more pain. We haven't left each other.. We'll STILL run the barrels together on the fastest horses ! My best love to you ,Kota. Justacowgirl Rue##imported-begin##Rue##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Tommy, I will miss Theresa dakota123in chat. I got to talk with her for over 2 years there. She was always friendly and enjoyed laughing with me and the others--but if someone got out of line she knew how to cybersmack them good. I am really sorry s##imported-begin##Kenda Woodburn##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
I was saddened to hear about Dakota123's passing. She always had a smile and a friendly hello for me anytime we crossed paths in chat. Although I wasn't involved too much with the bigger groups of chatters....always was a bit shy; The few times I did c##imported-begin##cobblerscove##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Sweetest Kota....you left us too soon, but yet you filled our hearts with such joy. Never meeting you in person yet getting to know you in ES chat was my pleasure and my gift received. Rest in peace my little friend. We will see you again someday...in our##imported-begin##Deanie Mullins##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
I was shocked to hear about Kota, we spoke in chat on different occasions. She was full of life, spirit and very caring she will be remembered that way and may her memory live on. My heart goes out to her family at this time, with thoughts and prayers. T##imported-begin##Trina##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Kota......was a dear friend in Equestrian Singles who always teased me that she was going to get me a pair of camo "fleeing from love" tennies. I will miss her and know that now she is in God's hands and we will meet again one day. Tommy.....my prayer##imported-begin##Vickie Burrows Jane##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
To the family: wish I could truly convey my heartfelt condolences to you. I can't count the number of times she made me laugh and brought joy to my heart. Just know that your family is in my prayers. God bless you all as He has blessed us with There##imported-begin##Marilyn Black##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
So sorry to hear of Dakota's passing. She will be missed. My condolences to the family. Judy countrygirl299##imported-begin##Judy Fleetwood##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
To Miss Kota's Family: While I lost touch in the last year with many of my Equestrian Singles friends, every time I saw Kota in chat it was like old times. I have too many "chat memories" to count... and she is a part of many of them. While I didn't ##imported-begin##Amanda Robbins Schulz##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Oh, my dear Dakota, how I will miss you in chat. To you, her family, she loved you so much. What a kind woman she was, despite her chatroom protests to the contrary. My heartfelt condolences to you. Gail aka "horsewife"##imported-begin##Gail aka##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Everyone who ever chatted in a chat room on Equestrian Singles had to be familiar with Dakota. I have been a member for several years, as many others have & she always had a kind word for everyone coming into the chat room. I also never had the opportuni##imported-begin##Kimberly Cunningham##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Teresa fondly known as "Kota" always made sure she asked everyone how they were and about there day. I don't come into chat to often but every time I did she was there to welcome me and say a kind word, she always asked how I was getting on after I go##imported-begin##Paige##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Theresa, I really miss your friendship and will be thinking of you at the bull riding event this weekend...and there will never be a rodeo that I do not think of you and know you are looking down at God's side and smiling!##imported-begin##Tracy##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
For Theresa... It began in a foyer of evenings The evenings left traces of glass in the trees A book and a footpath we followed Under throat-pipes of birds We moved through a room of leaves Thin streams of silver buried under our eyes A fi##imported-begin##Stacey##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
i knew her for a short time from ES, she was always there for a warm hello, asking how I was. What a wonderful light spirit she was. I will miss her a lot! My prayers are with her family. Doreen/10drhrt##imported-begin##Doreen/10drhrt##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
KOTA you will be greatly missed, may God speed your journey. And between u and me Kota my he speed your journey on the back of the swiftest horse, ridin double with a real cute cowboy, love u lots.... shell aka misguided##imported-begin##shellie , aka misguided##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
Dakota, you were one of the first to welcome me into ES chat a few months ago. We became good friends, even though we never met. You were always ready to get involved in a little mischief. Whether it was drinkin a few beers sittin on the floor behind the ##imported-begin##Tony Swinney cardiac99##imported-end##
Anonymous June 11, 2007
To "Dakota's" family...as so many of us knew Theresa as Dakota, the inspirational, kind hearted loving person. Always cheering us up when we were down...giving us a "boot" when we needed it and a big hug and smile...a huge welcome all hours of the day. ##imported-begin##Deb Dankemyer##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
Thank you, 'Kota, for always having a smile ready in the chat. You will be missed and remembered!##imported-begin##BlueSkySmiles##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
"Kota" touched the lives and hearts of all who were fortunate enough to cross her path; her sense of humor, quick wit, and point of view helped many. She was well loved and respected and she will be sorely missed... I have no doubt she's saving a place ##imported-begin##Marti Andrews##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
Kota...Godspeed girl! I will so miss seeing you at ES making us all laugh and serving up your special slurpees. The light there is a little dimmer without you making us all laugh. I hope you find that cowboy in the sky.##imported-begin##kerry##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
Please know that our hearts are saddened by your loss. Kota was a sweety, and will be missed by many.##imported-begin##Leslie Beach##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
We all knew Teresa as Dakota123, and she was an important part of our community, EquestrianSingles.com. Teresea was loved by so many people. As I read through almost 100 posts on our message board, I see the heartfelt feelings of loss from so many of h##imported-begin##Marcia Zwilling##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
God has taken a very special person who is near and dear to many.Kota,"baby girl", we will miss you. "Rest in Peace baby girl".We will meet again one day. To family & friends: Dakota was a very loving,thoughtful young woman that you should be very pr##imported-begin##Esta Sarringar##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
My heart aches for your loss... I have only known "Kota" for a very short time on ES chat but feel as though I knew her all her life... Such a sweet spirit and so giving of herself. Always making me smile... Gods Blessings of comfort be with her fami##imported-begin##Judy Spencer jcsp1129##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
Kota..you always had a smile and something nice to say to all. You blessed so many lives without even knowing it. You will be missed but I know you are "on the fence" watching over us and laughing. Thoughts and prayers to Kota's family and friends.##imported-begin##Pam##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
My heartfelt prayers go out to her family.. We at Es will forever remember "Kota".. Her smiles, laughter and Great Hugs .. She brought us all smiles and may she always ride and look upon us .. To her family.. Bless you for sharing her with us .She has ma##imported-begin##Karen Burley##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
Theresa Kota touched alot of people and will be sadly missed by alot of people##imported-begin##Linda Countrycowgirl1##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
'Dakota123' was a special girl to alot of people. She will be missed and remembered fondly. 'dreamscometrue'- Kathy Dale##imported-begin##Kathleen Dale##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
Tommy, Thank you for sharing your beautiful angel, Kota with us. She was quite the character and I've never seen a more loving heart than hers. She lifted me up thru hard times and I'll always love her and miss her tremendously! My heart aches for##imported-begin##Nickie Johnson##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss. I will forever miss Dakota's smiling face in the chat room. Even though we never met in person, I feel like i have lost a dear friend. I will keep your family in my prayers, if there is anything i can do please let me know. ##imported-begin##Julie Johnson##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
So sorry for the family's lost. We will miss her in the Equestrian Singles Chat Room...##imported-begin##Locketsmom##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
My deepest sympathy to "Dakota"'s family. I chatted with her on ES and found her to be funny warm and in general a GREAT person. She will be missed...##imported-begin##pat west##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
Kota you were a great gal to chat with always keeping the room on its toes...miss ya..fly high little gal...##imported-begin##Franklin Johnsonposserider59 in ES##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
My Condolences to Teresa's "Dakota's" Family and friends. She was so special to so many members at Equestrian Singles. We had so many special times in chat and phone conversations. Dakota will always have a place in my heart. Paige aka Ranchgir##imported-begin##Paige Price##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
Kota,You will be missed by all,you were a very special Gal.May you Rest In Peace With God.I will always remember when Trainer was Hurt you sent me 4 quarters to help out with the bills I was so touched I still have the quarters and Trainer has the card ,y##imported-begin##Pete and Judy Ford##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
We will dearly miss ya.. are baby girl dakota... You'll always be in my thoughts. ES handle Desertladylv.##imported-begin##Trish##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
My Deepest Sympathy to all family, relatives, and friends.. a true loss to all of us...God Speed, Dakota.... Sue##imported-begin##Sue Ahlden##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
You will be missed Dak.##imported-begin##okcountrylady##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
Teresa was like a little sister. I will miss her always. Thank you for sharing her with us on ES. Rhonda Serges rs1234##imported-begin##Rhonda Serges##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
kota...when i first joined ES way back when, you were one of the first ones to ever say hello in chat. i never forgot that. i'm so sad that you are gone, but comforted to know you are in a much better place. but you are still very missed in chat. ##imported-begin##Kimberly a/k/a equuslass##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
I didn't know "Dakota " long, but she had a wonderful sense of humor that will be missed. She was full of hope, and that will forever be with me. Ride with the Winds Theresa Dakota.##imported-begin##Fawn Ferguson##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
I never had the pleasure of meeting Kota, although I spoke with her many times in chat. She was always the first to greet me with smiley faces. She was such a wonderful good hearted beautiful young woman. I am so saddened to hear that she passed on. She ##imported-begin##Sandra B##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
Kota was the first to greet me in the chat room when I joined ES. She greeted everyone who came in with a smile, and was happy to "sit on the fence." Her smiling face will surely be missed. My prayers go out to her family and loved ones. Crystal R##imported-begin##Crystal Rae Coddington##imported-end##
Anonymous June 10, 2007
My Sweet Kota, I never knew that I could love someone I had never met, until you came along. In the chat room with your smiles,your wit and your iron skillet to keep the rowdy guys in line, you really made the room complete. The many times we talked abo##imported-begin##Adele Brewer##imported-end##