Ted a man whose life was deeply rooted in love, family, and steadfast devotion, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, in El Cajon, California. Born on January 11, 1936, in Phoenix, Arizona, Ted was a remarkable framer whose strength and dedication extended far beyond his craft.

Growing up as a man among women, Ted was shaped profoundly by his early years surrounded by his mother and three sisters. This unique upbringing not only defined his character but also molded his profound respect and understanding of the women around him. Throughout his life, Ted embodied the role of protector, provider, and the unwavering glue that held his family together. Those who knew him affectionately recognized a curmudgeon’s outlook softened by immense love and commitment.

Ted took immense pride and joy in raising his four daughters—Cheryl, Heather, Susan, and Sandra—and through his guidance and encouragement, he nurtured them into strong, independent, and capable women. Undoubtedly, this was one of his proudest accomplishments, a legacy that will continue to inspire for generations.

His passions were as varied as they were distinctive. Ted was an expert marksman and an avid enthusiast of skeet shooting, hunting, and gunsmithing. His love for adventure and the outdoors found expression in desert racing, dirt biking, and energetically mastering the challenging terrains with his A.T.V. His zest for these pursuits brought color and excitement to his life, revealing a man who embraced both skill and thrill with equal measure.

Despite the many elements of rugged independence, Ted’s gentler side was revealed in the company of his beloved wife, Barbara, his daughters, his grandchildren—Christopher, Alec, Josh, Nolan, Dylan, and Kaiden—and his great-grandchildren, Logan, Brooklynn, Lennox, and Izora. His household, much like his early years, was filled predominantly with female presence, including all of his cherished pets, a testament to the warmth he found in their companionship.

Ted’s passing was not without comfort; he was surrounded by the profound love of his wife and daughters, a fitting farewell to a man who devoted so much of himself to those closest to his heart.

Ted’s legacy endures in the lives he touched, the family he nurtured, and the fearless spirit he carried throughout his 90 years. He will be remembered as a steadfast friend, a devoted family man, and a protector whose influence will be felt far beyond his days on this earth. His story is one of resilience, love, and an unyielding commitment to those he held dear.