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Theodore R. Trentler Sr.

Theodore Trentler Obituary

TRENTLER--Theodore R., Sr., passed away on November 29, 2007. Served in the United States Marine Corps from 1954 through 1956. Ted worked for Pan American World Airways for 30 years, until 1991. While in Chicago, he served as the Reservations and Ticket Office Manager. Moving on to New York, Ted became the Director of Telephone and Ticket Office Sales. Finally, while in Miami, Ted was the Regional Director of Reservation Sales. Services to be held at Caballero Rivero Woodlawn Kendall Chapel, 11655 SW 117 Ave, Miami, FL 33186, Tuesday, December 4, 2007 6:00pm12:00am.

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Published by New York Times on Dec. 2, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Theodore Trentler

Sponsored by Ted Jr..

26 Entries

Dad and his granddaughter

July 30, 2008

Peter Esposito

March 13, 2008

Dear Trentler Family,

I was saddened to find out my good friend from the second Pan Am has passed on. Although we only worked together for a few years, Ted and I were inseparable at work. I love him and I learned so much from him in just two years. He always had a great story to tell and we had many laughs at work and away from work. I am going to miss him, but I pray that you find the comfort in knowing he is at peace. We will one day see him again.

Tobie Allard-Smith

March 6, 2008

Ted hired me as a res agent in 1968 in Chicago. It's because of him that I have such a wonderful extended "family". I am forever grateful to him and very sorry that he's left us to manage for ourselves. What a great person!

Nikki Johnson

January 15, 2008

Thor and I were saddened to learn about the untimely loss of Ted to his family and friends. Pan Am benefited enormously by his expertise as Thor said no one new Res like Ted did! We have missed connection since our boys were small. Carolyn, when you read this, please know we appreciated your friendship and being close your family in Florida -- yes it was 1981 when our husbands worked together. We send heartfelt sympathy to you and your lovies.

Thomas Pfeiffer

December 10, 2007

Brandon,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your father. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you and and your family.

Patti Hudson

December 6, 2007

Carolyn, I offer you my sincere condolences. I am so appreciative of all you have done for Ali and she has always said wonderful and heartfelt things about you and Ted. I met you both several years ago, and that is what I regret most. I wish we had stayed in touch. My prayers and thoughts remain with you and your family.

Judy Cullen

December 5, 2007

Dear "Rusty" Carolyn, I worked at PanAm in Chicago reservations and have very happy memories of you and Ted and our fellow coworkers. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Judy Cullen

Diane Princer-Lezama

December 5, 2007

To the Trentler Family:
Ted was someone very special, I worked with him in New York and Miami. Be happy to know that now your family has a guardian angel watching over you.

Roz and Bob Shierman

December 4, 2007

Rusty,
I have only fond memories of Ted, he was a supervisor when I started at Pan Am Chicago in 1964. I am so sorry for your loss.

December 4, 2007

Brandon,

My deepest condolences for your loss. My thoughts are with you and family.

Nestor Mendoza

Karen Mendivil

December 4, 2007

please accept my deepest condolences for you and your family for your loss.

Rosemary Lopez

December 4, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Shirley Fowler

December 4, 2007

Dec. 4, 2007
Dear Carolyn,
My family and I are so sorry o hear of Ted's passing and the illness which he fought for a long time. My mother, Jo Vietmeier, has fond memories of Ted as her nephew growing up and appreciated his and your thoughtfulness during the past years remembering her at Christmas time.

I too, have fond memories-- especially the one of my first visit to Chicago with my sister, Sharon (I was only 21 and she about 17). We flew up for a little sightseeing and one day took the El to Ted's apartment and met you as "Rusty." I could tell he adored you. I still recall the steak dinner Ted so joyously prepared for us and then you took us for a drive up north to see a Temple. It was a fun visit!

I'm sorry I never got the opportunity to visit you all in Miami and pray that God blesses you and your dear family during this difficult time and always.

Sincerely,
Shirley (Vietmeier) Fowler - cousin

Vivian Perez

December 4, 2007

Brandon, I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Donna Huttenhoff

December 4, 2007

Dear Mrs. Trentler and Family,
Mr. Trentler was my "big" boss at Pan Am, yet, he was always approachable and kind to me, so my memories are sweet and dear. My heart goes out to all of you and I pray that God's peace and presence abounds. I am so thankful Mr. Trentler is now with Jesus and is in Supreme happiness.
Most sincerely,
Donna Moon Huttenhoff

Kathleen Burdick

December 4, 2007

Many wonderful and funny memories of "MAX" my first boss in reservations at PAN AM Chicago. He will be in my prayers and thoughts. ...and of course in my funny stories about Jim Corr (himself), MAX and me. God Bless.

Tere Gonzalez

December 4, 2007

Brandon,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lilly Pacheco-Alvarez

December 4, 2007

Brandon, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.

Dora M Scott

December 3, 2007

Dear Rusty and Family, I miss Max. He was honest, funny and a sympathetic soul.He was the dear man who hired me twice at Pan Am Chicago. I think he got it right the second time :). When I think of Pan Am I think of Max, Charlie and John Ward. What a management team. My condolences are with you.

Evelyn Blanch

December 3, 2007

Brandon,
My most heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

With warmest regards,
Evelyn Blanch

April Neuhaus

December 3, 2007

Brandon,

My husband and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Nancy L Everett

December 3, 2007

Brandon, I'm so sorry about the loss of your Father.My Thought's and Prayers are with you and your Family.

Phyllis Tottenhoff

December 3, 2007

I remember 'Mr T' very well when he was Reservations Manager at Pan Am. He was strict but always fair. He was dedicated and very much respected by all of us. An exceptional man I'm grateful for having worked with him.
Sincere condolences to his family,
Phyllis Tottenhoff

Anna (Anglesano) Hogan

December 3, 2007

Dear Carolyn and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You will all be in our prayers.
I was hired by Ted Trentler, Jim Corr and Volker Weller in 1966 at the Michigan Avenue office of Pan Am and worked there for 8 years. During my interview with Ted he displayed his wry sense of humor. When he asked me to name some countries in Central America there was a long pause. And after several countries were rejected, he kindly offered to name some countries and I could tell him whether or not they were in Central America. It was one of my favorite "Pan Am" stories.

Michael Hanley

December 2, 2007

I hate to begin my message using the phrase, "I remember when . . . " but I do remember when Ted first came to Chicago and lived on South Western Avenue. I remember when we'd go to the Palmer House for lunch at "Door 39" (I believe that was the name of the special room for airline employees only). I remember when we'd stop for "a" drink after work on a Friday night and get home in the wee hours of the morning. I remember Ted very well and grieve for his loss. Ted was a good friend and a great boss.

Georgiann Mills

December 2, 2007

My prayers and thoughts are with the family at this time. He was a great mentor to me when he promoted me to Management at Pan Am Reservatons.I will always be greatful to him for all he taught me.May he rest in peace.

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