Theodore English
April 08, 2014
Ted English, 61, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2014. He was born August 8, 1952 in Des Moines, Iowa.
Ted graduated from Southeast Polk High School and has been a lifelong resident of Rising Sun. He served an apprenticeship and 42 years as a dedicated member of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 33. Ted enjoyed fishing, hunting, and had always wanted to be a farmer. He was a dedicated son, husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Ted loved Corvettes but above all else he loved his grandchildren dearly.
He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 38 years, Christine; children, Ryan (Amy) English and children Lainey and Nolan; and Rusty (Lindsay) English and son Jackson; and sister, Jill English.
Ted was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Stella English; and father-in-law, Russell Hull.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, April 10, 2014 at Rising Sun Church of Christ, 6390 NE Rising Sun Drive in Pleasant Hill. Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, April 11, 2014 at the church with burial to follow at Rising Sun Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the family or to Plumbers and Steamfitters Training Center in loving memory of Ted.
On-line condolences to www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Nancy & Craig Blomquist
04/16/2014
Kris,
I am so sorry to hear of Ted's passing. He was a good man and he loved you all so very much. My prayers to you all and a hope for better times ahead.
Stacy Beattie
04/11/2014
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Scott and Tricia McClain
04/11/2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Ted's love and pride of his family was a beautiful thing to behold and his spirit will be with you forever. Please accept our thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Nancy Johannsen
04/10/2014
We are saddened by the news of Ted's passing. He was truly one of the good guys. We have fond memories of little league and Four Mile days. You are in our thoughts and prayers for strength, comfort and peace!
Mark & Katy Ballagh
04/10/2014
We are so sorry to hear of Ted's passing. He was a really good man. Having known Ted since we were kids we watched him became a caring, giving person to family,friends, and community. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. He had the greatest smile.
Doug & Joyce Raymond
04/10/2014
We want to express our sympathy to Chris, Jill and the boys and their families in Ted's passing. He was a strong community man and invested in it. He will be greatly missed. You all are in our prayers. Doug & Joyce Raymond
Laurie Dickey-McLain
04/10/2014
May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.
Don & Judy Hampton
04/10/2014
Jill, please accept our condolences on the loss of your brother. We are so sorry. May God grant you comfort, peace, and guidance in the days ahead.
Janet Phillips
04/10/2014
Chris, was so sorry to hear about Ted, my heart goes out to you and the kids. You too now have a wild angel watching over you. God Bless
Jim and Amber Barr (Alan's brother)
04/10/2014
Chris we are so sorry for your loss. We know it isn't much consolation but we know he is in a far better place. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
John Jones
04/10/2014
Chris, Ryan and Rusty,
My sincere sympathy to you at this difficult time. I have fond memories of Ted and the stories he had. He will be missed by many and remembered for all the great things he did. During this time of grieving may you find comfort knowing that there are many friends to fall back on for help. Thoughts and prayers to your family at this difficult time.
Mary Mangra
04/10/2014
Ted was such a wonderful friend and will be truly missed. Catch the big one Teddy!
Gary and Joanne Kudrna
04/10/2014
The day we met Ted and Chris was a blessing for us. Whether it was to air a tire on a lawnmower, share fishing stories, or garden produce, plow out the driveway, or just shoot the breeze, Ted was always there to lend a hand. A better neighbor and friend you'd never find. His hard work ethic and enjoyment of life carries on through his sons. We share in the families sorrow, but are inspired by the man we knew and life he led.
Lynn Northway Phipps
04/10/2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Joe Sullivan
04/10/2014
So sorry to hear of your loss. Was so surprised, as just visited with Ted. Always enjoyed the stories he had to say.
Had many laughs and some good times when out to eat lunch since he retired.
Our prayers for your family during this time.