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Theodore "Ted" Symonds

November 24 1940 - February 05 2023

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Susan Lenarduzzi posted a condolence

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Dearest Anne & Family: Our Heartfelt Sincere Condolences to you and your Precious Family. Ted was such a kind and caring Good Man who always had a smile to share and guidance for my boys when they played ball and umpired. My Boys always looked up to him with total Respect. He was not just their mentor but also their Friend. That was the kind of warm and companionate man he was. I too found a Friend in Ted over the many years the boys were involved in their sports. He was always so happy and engaging with light enthusiastic conversation. He always spoke of you Anne and told stories of the children with such great pride. Such good memories of those times. Please know my thoughts and Love are with you All May you find comfort in knowing ... Your Angel has his "Wings" Sincerely Sue Lenarduzzi & Family

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Karin Kouvelas posted a condolence

Thursday, March 9, 2023

Our deepest sympathy to you Anne and your family upon the death of your beloved husband and father. It was a pleasure to know you both and serve as your babysitter many years ago. You and in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all!! Karin and Bill Kouvelas (granddaughter of your neighbour the Fleisches)

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JAMES MARCHI posted a condolence

Sunday, February 12, 2023

My deepest sympathy Anne to you and your family on Ted's passing. We just back today from a vacation and there was a message from Vince Franco about Ted. The news was devastating. He was a wonderful human being; We have been friends for over 50 years and we both lived in the same area.. Played hockey with Ted for many years and we started up the YCW at St Theresa's church with Darlene Kennedy, Theresa Gagnon, Father Belanger and many others. Always had a lot of laughs and Peaches was his favorite phrase. We went together to EXPO in Montreal when he worked at Windsor Factory. Great personality and when people talked he looked at you and listened to what you were saying. I liked that in him. He cared about everyone. Thinking of all of you and keeping you in our prayers. Love and hugs Jim and Jacquie Marchi

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Lee Bain posted a condolence

Saturday, February 11, 2023

It takes a village to raise our children. I thank The Lord as a single parent for mentors like Ted. My sons were in Riverside Baseball and Ted was one of the loveliest examples of what a man should be. My sons looked up to Ted and and his sons often visited with my sons in our home. As a father he was exemplary and his sons and daughter were a reflection of the lovely home Ted and Anne raised them in. He leaves behind a beautiful legacy. God Bless Lee Bain

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Patti Goddard posted a condolence

Saturday, February 11, 2023

Tec was an awesome, kind, caring, loving man. He loved life and brightened everyones day will his smile. Will miss him lots. Patti (RMBA)

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Eilleen Jefferson posted a condolence

Friday, February 10, 2023

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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B. Simon posted a condolence

Thursday, February 9, 2023

Dear Anne, Michael, Stephanie, Mark and families. Please accept with my deepest sympathy in the loss of your loving husband, father and grandfather. I had the pleasure and honor of working for Ted with Windsor Riverside Minor Baseball Association. What an avid involvement Ted took in the many programs and volunteer opportunities. I remember the days of Bingos, Baseball Seasons, Board Meetings, Spitfire games and Bantam National Championships where Ted was so proud of the fireworks that blew off the baseball diamonds that night and marching bands yes Ted was a wonderful person to work for. I have so many wonderful memories of Ted and I will miss him dearly. His walks with Ron and Tom and Ted tagging along because him and I were catching up. You 3 men were the tag team in Riverside. One thing for sure out of all of his wonderful stories his best one was his love of his family. He was always so so proud. He was a great conversationalist with a vast amount of knowledge and a kind caring heart. Such a special man thank you for sharing him with us. Thank you Ted for always engaged in conversation and making me feel like I was the only one and my family that interested you in that moment. Thank you Ted you Touched My Life and I Wish you Peace. Brenda Simon Former Secretary for Windsor Riverside Minor Baseball Association, Riverside neighbor and friend. To the family May you all find comfort in your memories and know others share in your sorrow and grief. With Deepest Sympathy and Prayers Brenda, Mike & Amanda Simon.

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Tyler Emmett lit a candle

Thursday, February 9, 2023

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Mark, Stephanie and Mike, I’m sorry to hear of your father’s passing. My condolences to you and your family.

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Sue & Glenn Gault posted a condolence

Thursday, February 9, 2023

Our deepest condolences to Anne and family. We will miss Ted walking by our house, always a smile on his face and kind words spoken. Rest in peace Ted. We'll miss you at our block parties.

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Patrick Weston posted a condolence

Thursday, February 9, 2023

Ted was a good friend.I taught his children.We enjoyed numerous experiences while we coached baseball in the high school league.He will be remembered for his kind spirit and his love of helping others.May God bless you for all you've done for our city and people

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Meaghan Cousineau posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

A wonderful teacher, volunteer and an awesome neighbour. I will miss seeing him on my strolls through the park. He was always wearing a smile!

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Helena Young lit a candle

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

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What a wonderful teacher. Had him for grade nine English and he was a great teacher and engaged with students. Always kind. I remember him well. Condolences to his family.

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Norman Rheaume Posted Feb 10, 2023 at 10:03 AM

My sincere condolences to the Symonds family for the loss of your dear husband and father. Ted was a source of goodwill, humour and kindness to all who knew him. I considered it an honour to teach with him at Riverside Secondary school and to teach his children, Michael, Mark and Stephanie. He will be missed by all who knew him.

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Rick Del Col posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Every day at lunch would be playing cards at Herman with his group. Always friendly. He will be missed

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Heidi Shallow posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Was my English teacher in high school, and was the only reason I enjoyed English! :) a wonderful man with a great sense of humour! Will always be remembered!

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Hidy Donaldson posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Dear Anne: Randy and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Ted. Our deepest condolences to you and the family. Ted will be missed at our annual block party, and we will miss seeing Ted on his daily walk.

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Christine and Steve Hugall posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Anne and family, Steve and I, along with Meagan , Mike, and Lauren are so sorry to hear of Teds passing. We will always remember Ted for his kindness. Passing by on his daily walks he never went without a smile, a wave, or a "hows those blue jays doing". We will miss him at our yearly neighbourhood block parties. May you keep his memories close to your heart. Love Christine, Steve Hugall & family

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Carlo ABATI posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

My lovely wife Nancy had him as a teacher, and also a colleague before he retired. He was also a very loyal client of mine at Riverside Custom Collision, where he always promoted us, and we established a fun relationship at ALL levels including RMHA. He'll be missed in the neighbourhood, where he & Ron could be seen walking, by many folks that he knew & maybe mentored too! Nancy & I are out of town this month of February, and as a result cannot attend any of the visitations, but extend our condolences! Rest in Eternal Peace good sir; you'll be remembered!

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Dolores Sicheri posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Dear Anne, Michael, Mark and Stephanie, I am so sad to hear of Ted’s passing. His was a life well lived. My condolences to the rest of your large family.

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Alison Ouellette posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Dear Anne and family, We are so sorry to hear of Ted’s passing. He was always ready and willing to help when the boys and girls were in Windsor Water Polo club activities. He was a great volunteer during the International Freedom Festival tournaments. Those were great fun times. Our deepest condolences, Alison Ouellette, Kirk Ouellette and his family and Jessica Irene and her family.

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Ann Kirst posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Anne and family we are deeply sorry for your loss, we will always remember Ted with your dog in his long early morning walks, he always said hi and a chat when he passed our house. Beautiful smile Beautiful man. Ann and Henry Kirst

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Cherryll Gay lit a candle

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

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Cherryll Gay Posted Feb 8, 2023 at 6:04 AM

Dear Anne, Micheal, Spephanie, Mark and families. I am very sorry for your tremoudous loss. Wonderful thoughts of past years. What a great guy ! A happy gentleman. Always smiling and willing to stop and chat when on one of his daily walks. He will be missed. God Bless his soul... God Bless your Family.

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Sharon and Wally Mytka posted a condolence

Tuesday, February 7, 2023

Ted will truly be missed. We can’t recall a time when he wasn’t smiling and godfather to our eldest. Regretfully we are unable to attend visitation or funeral Sharon and Wally

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Scott Hamel posted a condolence

Tuesday, February 7, 2023

When I was very young, this family moved into our neighbourhood, and truthfully, that family changed my childhood. I grew very close to the Symonds, and Ted was such a great man. He treated me like another one of his kids. If anyone was a second Dad to me, it would be Ted. If I shared all my memories with Ted, Anne, Michael, Steph and Mark, I could compile a great memoir. One that always sticks out was when he brought us to meet Mr. Dressup. His true character was on display, and what a character he could be. Ted loved baseball, so much that he would sit behind Mike and I when we played baseball on the computer. Ted had more fun than we did, calling the game, play by play. Shocked to hear he has passed, and my family sends love and condolences.

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

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Grateful that we got to spend time with Aunt Anne and Uncle Ted this past summer. Touched that they would make the journey to come see us out West. Uncle Ted is not in the last photo posted here because as usual, he is behind the camera. Thinking of Uncle Ted and all the deep chats we had over the years. In my younger years, I always appreciated our talks in our living room about books and ideas. Uncle Ted was really special to me as he helped foster this piece of me that sought to explore ideas and different perspectives. Uncle Ted and Aunt Anne took me to “We Day” at the Roger’s Center as a teen; again making me feel very seen and valued for my interests. I remember Uncle Ted’s love of family, how proud he was of all his kids and grandkids, and how he cherished and truly appreciated Aunt Anne. He was so proud of you all; Mike, Steph and Marky. ❤️

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

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