Grandmother Left Home Without Phone and Wallet. Seven Years Later, Her Remains… | Latest Lifestyle News
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Lochbuie, Colo., resident Terri Ackerman, 56, was reported missing on Aug. 24, 2018, after she was last seen at her home
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Authorities came across remains on Sept. 10 in the 100 block of Poplar Street in Lochbuie
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The Weld County Coroner’s Office announced on Oct. 22 that the remains belonged to Ackerman
The remains of a Lochbuie, Colo., grandmother who had been missing since 2018 have been found, authorities said.
The Weld County Coroner’s Office said in a news release issued on Wednesday, Oct. 22, that the remains of Terri Ackerman, 56, were discovered on Sept. 10 in the 100 block of Poplar Street in Lochbuie, the Greeley Tribune, ABC affiliate KMGH and Fox affiliate KDVR reported.
The cause and manner of her death have yet to be determined until the completion of an autopsy.
According to the Lochbuie Police Department, Terri was first reported missing on Aug. 24, 2018. She was last seen at her home at 130 Poplar St. in Lochbuie.
Terri’s husband, Delbert Ackerman, recalled to authorities that his wife was still in bed when he left their home that morning. When Delbert returned in the early afternoon, Terri was not present but such personal items as her wallet, cell phone, car and keys were still at the home.
Police noted that Terri had bipolar disorder and depression, for which she was prescribed medication. Authorities added that Terri was upset the previous night and concerned about babysitting her grandkids, according to her family members.
The Lochbuie Police Department’s investigation of the case is still ongoing, KGMH reported.
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In a GoFundMe created on behalf of Terri’s family to pay for funeral expenses, the grandmother was remembered as a loving and caring person.
“She was always there for those she loved, filling every room with warmth and conversation,” the fundraiser organizer wrote. “Terri Ann’s dedication to her family was unmatched, and her absence has been deeply felt by everyone who knew her. Many people have come together and helped look for terri, as she has a community of people who love and have loved her dearly.”
“After 7 years, this journey of looking for Terri is finally over, as we can finally receive closure and the justice she’s deserved,” they continued.
PEOPLE contacted the Weld County Coroner’s Office, the Lochbuie Police Department and the GoFundMe organizer on Friday, Oct. 24, for additional information.
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