Teresa "Terri" Bellika

Teresa "Terri" W. Bellika, 68, of Chapin, departed this earthly life on May 19, 2025. She was born in Columbia on October 22, 1956, to the late Elmer H. Williamson and the late Margaret Lee Casteen Williamson.

Terri was a graduate of Columbia High School Class of 1975. Terri had a passion for working in her yard, she loved planting, growing and tending to all her beautiful flowers. Terri also loved her role as a mother and grandmother. Terri traveled to visit her family in Germany and Japan.

Terri is survived by her son, Dwane Bellika; Daughter-in-law, Stacey Bellika; grandson, Aldous and granddaughter, Edith. They were the love of her life. Survivors also include her sisters: Gloria Addy (Wayne), Cathy Brewer (Harry), Sandy Andrews and brother Rusty Williamson (Robin).

The family would like to thank Lexington Medical Center Oncology for the loving care and compassion Terri received during her treatments and her care while she was in the hospital.

No services are being planned at this time.

Arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation, 200 State Street, West Columbia, SC 29169 (803) 999-5015.