Theresa Ann Bartlinski Dexter, 82, of Severna Park died on May 26, 2012 at her home.

She was born in Lucerne County, PA on October 28, 1929. She honorably served in the U.S. Air Force for 4 years and was a communications sergeant. She was a beloved wife, mother, and friend.

Terri was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Lt. Col. Robert F. Dexter Sr., U.S. Army Retired, her parents Joseph and Clara Bartlinski and her brother Joseph Bartlinski.

She is survived by her children Robert F. Dexter, Jr. (Sandra), James Dexter, Jean Roland (Charles) and Jane Burger, her brothers Eugene Robert Bartlinski of Pasadena and Albert Joseph Bartlinski of Glen Burnie, eleven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, as well as many cousins, nephews, and nieces.

Family and friends may visit Thursday May 31, 2012 from 3:00-5:00 PM and 7:00-9:00 PM at Barranco and Sons Severna Park Funeral Home, 495 Ritchie Hwy. Services and burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

Online condolences may be made at www.barrancofuneralhome.com