Theodore M. Anderson
Sending comfort and love and a very warm hug. You are in my heart and prayers. What great childhood memories of our families growing up together. Lynnce & Sharon & family
Lynnce & Sharon Coyner
Peoria
IL
Donna, My deepest sympathies to you with the loss of Ted. Joe and I are so sorry, and we will miss Ted very much. I am in Washington State for the week, so I will not make it to the service. My love and prayers are with you. Jamie
Jamie Spreitzer
Cedar Rapids
IA
Karen, My heart goes out to you and your family during this time of your loss. Just want you to know I'm thinking of you and praying for all of you! Teresa Schmitt Cove UMC
Teresa Schmitt
owens cross roads
AL
As I remember Ted, I can't help but think of the afternoons I came home from work to see Ted sitting in his lawn chair on his driveway. I would get out of my car and before I could wave, Ted would say: "You are behind, Dave." he meant that he had just mowed his lawn and I was behind him. I would answer, that I would be doing it soon and he would then be behind. Well Ted, we are all behind you now and know that you are with your God on a greener lawn looking down on us. You were a wonderful neighbor and friend. dave and therese
dave and therese Rowell
cedar rapids
IA
Ted will be remembered for his big smile and his big heart. He has definitely touched everyone in our family with his kindness and wit. Grandpa Ted as our girls called him during softball season was the #1 fan for everyone on the team. He will be greatly missed. Our hearts go out to you and your families.
Ron & Janeen Wilcox
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Donna & Girls, Please know how blessed you were to have Ted as your loving husband and father. I am blessed to have Ted as a special friend to my parents and to me. If it hadn't been for his persistence with Joyce in our driveway when I was seven or eight, I would never had learned to swim with the big kids. Ted took the girls and me to Ellis pool one Sunday afternoon and Joyce was totally opposed to the idea. She only let me go because she trusted him. I am also grateful that Ted insisted I learn to play wiffel-ball and hit the ball with that big red plastic bat at our annual holiday breakfasts at Ellis Park each Memorial Day, July 4 holiday and Labor Day. I am truly sorry for your loss and please know he will be missed by everyone that knew him. I look forward to seeing you on Thursday but wish it were under different circumstances. Greg regrets that he can not come to Cedar Rapids but sends his love as he too was blessed with knowing such a kind and giving man. Let's all toast to our special friend Ted. Love, Jill
Jill & Greg Cross
Encino
CA
Donna & Family, I think all of you know Ted was like a father to me. From the first day I went to work at Universal he tried to make salesman out of me. He not only taught me about crushers and their application, but I learned alot about handling people and their needs. Once Ted sold someone a product he became a friend and partner in their business. Ted would get so emotional, even at occasions when it did not seem to warrant strong emotions. I believe that is because he deeply cared about people and treasured their friendship and love. That is why he would organize a party at the drop of a hat.....he loved people and just wanted them to enjoy life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Steve Walker
Steve Walker
Marion
IA
Donna and Family, These last few months have been trying and probably tested your faith. Be at peace knowing that Ted has joined his parents and brother William in God's kingdom. Keep Ted alive in your memories and stories. Ted is smiling right now. Love, Mike & Laurie & Bryan & Jill Horak
Mike, Laurie, Bryan & Jill Horak
Cedar Rapids
IA
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Ted. What a great man he was. We enjoyed so much the time we spent with both Ted & Donna. Eating out with them, the Shafer's and the Roberts. He and Donna were the greatest neighbors and we have missed them. They were so generous with their parties and humble to everyone. They are two of the nicest people we have ever known. It just doesn't seem fair, but Ted is certainly in a special place and knows he his loved by many. We wish him peace with the Lord and God bless his family abundantly. Our thoughts are with Donna, Vickie, Karen and Julie and their families. With our Love, Bob & Olivia
Bob & Olivia Knight
Cedar Rapids
IA
Donna and Family, We have such fond memories of Ted and all the "traditions". He will be surely missed by all those who knew and loved him. His wonderful smile will always be in our hearts. Due to a prior committment, we will be unable to attend the services, but be assured you will be in our thoughts and prayers
Gary and Carol Rackers
Jefferson City
MO
Vicki/Greg/Lauren/Thad & relatives As I read the obit tonight and prepare to go to the visitation, I reflect back on the many good memories I have of Ted through JHS softball. Ted was always there rooting for everyone. I especially enjoyed getting to know him and Donna more personally as we shared rides to several tournaments and shared many stories among the way. He was definitely one of my favorite "softball" dads/grand-dads. I will sorely miss him at the games this summer but know that he lived a very happy, productive life. I am blessed for having known him. Guy sends his best wishes as he is out of town this week on business. Ted was very instrumental in helping Guy spearhead the renovation project last year and Guy enjoyed him immensely.
tina ruzicka
cedar rapids
IA
Donna & Family,our prayers & thoughts are with you with the loss of Ted. Ted has been a personal as well as business friend of ours for many years. Besides his wonderful personality and appreciation of everyone he met, his knowledge and respect in rock crushing was industry wide. Everyone, as well as ABCO Engineering, liked Ted. God Bless you all, Bob, Virginia and all of us at ABCO.
Bob Ruark
Oelwein
IA
Donna and girls, I'm so sorry to hear of Ted's passing. He was a wonderful husband and father. I know you'll all miss him a great deal. I'll keep you all in my thoughts.
Carolyn Beach
Boulder
CO
I work for Cummins Central Power in Des Moines. Every year we have a hospitality room at the ILPA Convention. For many years Ted has been my favorite visitor to our hospitality room. I always looked forward to seeing him each year. He always had the best smile and really enjoyed our Irish coffee. He will be missed.