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Theodore Jaros Obituary
Passed away surrounded by his loving family on May 12, 2011. He was born in Boston on June 26, 1932, and grew up in Hyde Park, MA. Ted graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 1950 and began his marketing career at GE in Springfield, Ill. Fascinated by the electronics business he joined Texas Instruments and had several assignments on the East Coast. In 1968 he and his family moved to Phoenix where he worked in domestic and international marketing positions for Motorola. Upon retirement in 1993, he continued working as a volunteer for the Scottsdale Police Dept., Scottsdale Healthcare, Foster Care Review Board and was an active member of his church, St. Mario Goretti. His hobbies and interests were diverse including fly-fishing and building, and racing, model sailboats. He leaves behind his wife Helen of 55 years, sister-in-law Mary Dombroski, daughter Susan of Phoenix, sons Joseph and his wife Cindy of Albuquerque, Andrew and his wife Keven of Danville, CA., seven grandchildren, Matt, Daren, Liza, Aubrey, Nick, Lyuda and Kirill Jaros, and his sister Mary Lou and her husband Sam Cali of Atlanta. Ted was a loving and caring husband, father, and friend loved by all who were fortunate enough to know him. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, May 16, 2011 at St. Maria Goretti Church located at 6261 N. Granite Reef Rd, Scottsdale 85250 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society c/o St. Maria Goretti, or to the Scottsdale Healthcare Foundation, 10200 N. 92 Street, Ste #100, Scottsdale 85258.
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Randy Girouard
May 24, 2011
I wish to express my condolences to the Jaros family. When I was hired in Boston to work in SPS field sales, Ted was one of the first executives to reach out and welcome me and offer his support. One of my fondest memories is the time we took Ted sailing off Newport, R.I. and later presented a framed photo of him at the helm of a 40 footer, cruising the bay. Our customers greatly respected Ted, as did the sales team. He played a huge role in our efforts to position Motorola SPS as a leading supplier to our rapidly growing computer customer base in the early 80's. Ted was a class act and a true professional. I was honored to be associated with him.
Frank Niemiec
May 21, 2011
Just having read of Ted's passing, I would like to add my sincere condolences to his family. I had the pleasure of getting to know Ted while we worked at Motorola and, from time to time, we bumped into each other during our retirement. Ted was truly a good man and I was honored to know him. Frank Niemiec
Jack Foster
May 19, 2011
Through our years together at Motorola and later in retirement with ROMEOs, I came to regard Ted as a true friend and gentlemen. His character and wit were always there to enjoy and learn from. Marcia and I extend our prayers and thoughts to Helen and family during this sad time. Be warmed by the thought that Ted was one of the truly "good guys" and waits patiently in Heaven to be reunited with you again.
Jack and Marcia Foster
Eric Stajcer
May 17, 2011
Ted was a special guy. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Alan @ Liz Wagstaffe
May 16, 2011
We have nothing but the warmest memories of Ted. He personified the meaning of the word gentleman and was always ready to share his knowledge and guidance. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Bob Handy
May 16, 2011
I knew Ted at Motorola. Our careers there overlapped for 25 years. He was a great guy. He taught me much. He was always helpful and worthy of friendship and trust. It was an honor to know and work with him. He will be missed. My heart goes out to you and your family. Bob Handy, Gilbert, AZ
Valerie Socha
May 16, 2011
Dear Helen and family,
The Socha family sends you our prayers at this difficult time. God bless Ted with eternal rest and you with peace and hope.
Daniel Artusi
May 15, 2011
Dear Jaros family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
I first met Ted in January of 1977 during the Motorola SPD sales meeting. I was a brand new FAE from Buenos Aires and I had come to the USA for the first time to attend this meeting. During the same visit I vividly remember a dinner with Ted at the Glass Door restaurant in Scottsdale. He was our big boss, I was in awe, but he was still nice and patient, considering my English was very limited.
In 1983 I had the opportunity to work directly for Ted and it was a wonderful opportunity to learn from him. He was very savvy, and having him as an executive role model was a very unique opportunity. Ted knew more about sales and marketing than many of the people I met later after leaving Motorola.
In 1997 Mayra had surgery at Scottsdale Memorial Hospital and when it came time to check out it was Ted who as a volunteer showed up in her room with a wheel chair to help her leave the hospital. It was so good to see the same warm and gentle Ted that I had known in a different role. It didn’t matter what Ted was involved in, he always made a difference!
I consider myself very fortunate to have worked with Ted and to have him as a mentor early in my career. He will always be present in my memory as a prince of a guy.
Thank you Ted for having touched our lives, professionally and personally.
Masae Wiley
May 15, 2011
Ted was one of the most caring boss when I worked for Motorola in Japan. I always remember his sense of humor. Thank you, Ted, and God Bless you.
Brian & Leigh Hilton
May 15, 2011
Our prayers to the entire Jaros family. Ted was a very special friend and the most gentle and caring person.He touched the lives of all who knew hin in the most postive way.To all of us at Motorola he was a confidant, coach, advisor, and most important ....a friend . We are all better individuals from having known him. God bless you Ted. Thanks for everything.
Brian Hilton
vince salotti
May 15, 2011
God Bless you Ted. May you rest in the Peace of the Lord. My prayers and condolences are with the family.
Mike Mallette
May 15, 2011
I will always remember Ted as a man of principle, gentle, patient,and kind. He lived a life of value and as a result, he will be missed and fondly remembered.
Michelle & Nathan Mann
May 15, 2011
To the whole Jaros family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ted was a wonderful dad and grandfather, and I know that everyone will really miss him. Rest assured that he sees his Lord face to face today, well and strong and without pain ever again!
Our love to all
John Zemaitis
May 15, 2011
In this time of grief, it is so difficult beyond words to express our thoughts on the loss of Ted. We take comfort knowing that he was a man of such deep faith and love for all those whose lives he touched, with us being part of that. Wonderful memories of our visits to Phoenix, the Sunday boat racing trips, the lunches, the talks, the quiet times made visiting special. Ted was such a kind and caring person with an adventurous spirit, a warm smile, and a personality to match. We will love him always and he will be forever in our prayers.
John, Betty, and Jane
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