Theresa Tomasi, Trailblazing Adoptive Mother of 27, Dies at 97
Theresa Tomasi, a woman who adopted 27 children over six decades, including children with special needs from around the world, died at the age of 97 in Williston, Vermont. She broke adoption barriers as a single and older parent and…
Charlotte, NC, July 30, 2026 —
Theresa Tomasi, a woman recognized for her extensive work in adoption and her dedication to providing a home for children with special needs, passed away at the age of 97. Tomasi died in Williston, Vermont.
Over the course of six decades, Tomasi adopted 27 children. Her commitment extended to welcoming children with special needs from various parts of the world into her family. She notably broke barriers in the adoption process, becoming a single and older parent at a time when such arrangements were less common.
Tomasi’s life was also marked by a career in social services, where she likely contributed to many other lives beyond her own children. The specific details of her career in social services were not provided.
Tomasi’s significant impact through her dedication to adoption and her role as a single, older parent highlights a unique and impactful life. Information regarding the specific circumstances of her passing or further details about her career were not immediately available.
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