Tessa Dettman Death - Dead : Tessa Dettman Obituary : Cause of Death Unknown.

Tessa Dettman Death – Dead : Tessa Dettman Obituary : Cause of Death Unknown.

Tessa Dettman has died, according to a statement posted online on Aug. 21, 2020.

We learned of the deceased through the following tribute posted on social media.,

Kim Koch Krug wrote

I know God always has a plan but my heart just hurts. This just doesn’t make sense. Please pray for my bosses who lost their only child.

Tessa Dettman

Jan 23, 1995 – Aug 19, 2020

Musical theater lost a gifted young talent with the passing of Tessa Dettman on Aug. 19 at the age of 25.

A recent graduate of Northwestern University, she earned a Joseph Jefferson Award nomination for Best Principal Performer in a Musical for her role as Jo March in Brown Paper Box Company’s production of “Little Women.” A key role in the premier production of “Proxy” by the Underscore Theater Company was another highlight of her brief professional career.

A standout student at Northwestern, she performed in nine productions on her way to a theater degree with a certificate in musical theater. Blessed with a beautiful voice and a no-holds-barred approach to acting, Tessa gave herself over completely to every part and worked tirelessly to perfect her craft. Compassionate, outspoken and principled, she was fiercely devoted to her friends and family.

Confident in her beliefs as well as her talents, she could be stubborn at times. She was always right, even when she was wrong, but she was always right. She loved her shoes almost as much as she loved her clothes, and she loved her kittens even more. Tessa lived every day of her life to the fullest and would do or try anything. She will be missed and loved forever by the legions who adored her.

Tessa was the daughter of Dr. Gary Dettman and Dr. Martha Basile and the beloved cousin, niece and great-niece of the Dettman and Basile families. There will be a private gathering to celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family suggests a donation to Paws Chicago. https://www.pawschicago.org/

Cause of Death.

We have no information at the moment on of caused death . This post will be updated as soon as we have that information.

Tributes.

The following are some tributes posted on social media to honor the life and the legacy of the deceased.

Ginger Jensen wrote
The loss of life is never easy to understand, but she is so young. I pray her family will be carried by her memories through the tough times and they find some peace. My heart hurt with them.
Walter J Huellen wrote
Very sad. Huge prayers sent for Gary and Martha. May Tessa rest in peace.
Cathy Greene wrote
Oh Kim the nicest people to have this tragedy I’m so sorry for them and all that knew her
Ann Hornsey Mathis wrote
So sorry for your loss. She sounds like she had an incredible spirit. May fond memories of her help to bring comfort dues this most difficult time.
Sarah Phelps-Yakle wrote
Omg what happened? I am so sorry I had so many great times with her when she was younger. I’m am so sorry sending many prayers. RIP Tessa.
Susan Kuszynski wrote
I’m so sorry, that is such devastating news. The loss of a young person is so tragic. Prayers to Gary and Martha.
Brittany Huellen wrote
I’m so sorry for your loss Dr. Dettman and Dr. Basile. My prayers are with you. May Tessa Rest In Peace .
Ken Rubenstein wrote
I had the absolute joy and pleasure of working with Tessa in Little Women. One of my favorite memories was just standing off stage listening to her beautiful voice and watching her as she ate up the stage. She was magnificent and my heart aches at the loss.
My thoughts, condolences and love go out to her family and friends. I am grateful for the wonderful memories and hope they will serve as a bit of comfort to all those struggling with this enormous loss. Tessa will continue to sing in my heart.
Lisa Hansen Yario wrote
She may not have been here very long, but she touched many lives and truly lived the life that she had. How many of us could say that if we were to die tomorrow.