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Tom Teepen Obituary
He was 82.
The family plans to host a gathering for family and friends in about six weeks at a location inside the Perimeter to be determined.
He is survived by his wife of more than 30 years, Sandy Teepen, daughter Kris Teepen-Garcia; son Jeremy Teepen; stepdaughter Jennifer Koerlin-Fearn; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Tom earned his bachelor's degree in journalism from Ohio University and started his career with the Dayton Daily News in 1958.
He also completed a John S. Knight Journalism Fellowship at Stanford University in 1967, focusing on African studies.
The couple moved to Atlanta in 1983, when he started as an editorial page editor for The Constitution. His columns, distributed by the Cox News Service, appeared in many newspapers across the United States.
Read more about Tom Teepen on ajc.com
Memories and Condolences
for Tom Teepen
22 Entries
Dorothy Wyche-Jones
April 26, 2017
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Family of Tom Teepen. As Editorial page Editor: Friday, January 1, 1988, Tom Teepen was genuine and passionate, brilliant and committed to "Truth."
Dorothy Wyche-Jones & Family.
Bobby L. Fuse, Jr.
April 25, 2017
My condolence and prayers for comfort you will find in the many good memories you have, Sis. Sandy. May God comfort and Bless you.
April 23, 2017
May God give your family the comfort and strength to endure during this difficult time.
April 22, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Greenhills High School Alumni Association
April 22, 2017
We are sorry to learn of Tom's passing. Our sympathy is extended to his family, friends and former classmates.
Larry & Saundra (Fancher) Ziliox
April 21, 2017
Dear Sandy and family,
We are very saddened to hear this news about Tom. He was a classmate in school and a dear friend. He was always very informative and compassionate about his writing. He will always be remembered by us.
Our sincere condolences to all of you.
Larry & Saundra (Fancher) Ziliox
E. Hill
April 20, 2017
My Condolences to the Family and Friends of Mr. Teepen. So Sorry to hear of your lost. May you find comfort and peace in God's promise to hear your prayers in this time of grief for he cares for you. (1Peter5:7)
Tamiko Woods
April 18, 2017
May the God of Comfort bring you peace during this difficult time
T and J
April 18, 2017
We are sorry for your loss,and our prayers are with you.
Pearl Cleage
April 18, 2017
Rest In Peace. Sandy, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom loved being a journalist and he could make you see how important the free press was to keeping our democracy strong. Talking politics with him was a pure pleasure. He was truly one of a kind.
Sharon Eaton
April 18, 2017
RIP Tom.
Brenda Wroe
April 18, 2017
I am so saddened by this news. I live in the UK and have only recently become friends with Sandy who shares my love of quilting. Regrettably I did not have the pleasure of meeting Tom but his lovely smile tells it all. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Much love.
Lee Black Isbell
April 17, 2017
Tom, even though I haven't seen you in many many years, I've thought of you often and remember the good old days in Yellow Springs. My kids remember you, too. I see by your obituary what you have been doing over the years, and you have really "kept the faith." I'm happy you found a quilter. No doubt you found out that one mere sewing machine is not enough. My condolences to Sandy and the Teepen children. It sounds like you have had many happy years since all those years ago and I'm sorry you didn't live to see the phase-out of 45.
J P
April 17, 2017
To the family and friends please accept my condolences,know that the God of all comfort feel your pain and sorrow.Isaiah61:1,2 reads He (Jesus Christ) sent me to bind up the broken-hearted and to comfort all who mourn.
Sally Flocks
April 17, 2017
Tom was a thoughtful and passionate writer, a wonderful person and a blessing to all who had the good fortune to know him. Sandy, my thoughts are with you and your family.
Bo Emerson
April 17, 2017
I admired Tom's writing and particularly loved talking with him about jazz. He had many contacts among traditional players and gave me some great stories to follow.
April 17, 2017
Sandy: sorry to hear. we are at an age where we lose our friends and family, from whom we have gained so much wonderful experiences. my thoughts are with you.
Dan Kadish, Vernon, NJ
Joseph Balaban
April 17, 2017
Sandy and Tom became wonderful friends and have enriched our lives in Atlanta. We will miss spending time with him.We extend our deepest sympathy to the whole family, Judy and Joe
Louise Shaw
April 16, 2017
A great person, a great thinker, a great writer. You will be missed.
Kerry
April 16, 2017
Tom echoed my heart. Happy trails dude.
nancy robinson
April 16, 2017
My dear Sandy, I know you have been so concerned about Tom. You and your family are in my heart. This is a difficult time. Such a smart fellow will be missed.
Affectionately, Nancy Gordon Robinson
Nelda Hollender
April 16, 2017
A life well and passionately lived. Sandy, you are in my thoughts and prayers, as well as Tom's extended family.
Nelda (and John) Hollender
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