Terri Schiavo
1963–2005 (age 42)
Right-to-die case figure
Biography
Terri Schiavo (1963–2005) became a prominent figure in one of America's most significant right-to-die cases, sparking important national conversations about medical ethics, personal autonomy, and end-of-life care. Her case raised profound questions about the role of family, medicine, and law in matters of life and death.
Though her life was marked by controversy and complexity, her story continues to influence discussions about patient rights and medical decision-making. She is remembered at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park.