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Theodore Engelhardt Obituary

LORAIN - Theodore "Ted" Robert Engelhardt, age 63, and a resident of Lorain, died Thursday, December 27, 2012 at his residence.
He was born in Lorain, September 5, 1949, to the late Ted R. and Mildred J. (nee James) Engelhardt. Ted was a 1968 graduate of Marion L. Steele High School, Amherst. Following graduation, Ted enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during the Vietnam era, serving four years. He was employed by the United States Steel Corporation, Lorain, where he had been employed for more than 40 years. For several years, he was a general foreman of Seamless Maintenance. He then became a manager of Labor Relations. At present, he was a consultant at the steel plant.
More than anything, Ted enjoyed spending time with his family. Survivors include his four children; Emily A. (John) Herrmann, James T. (Hollie Anderson), Theodore R. Jr., Daniel J. (Sara Schaffer); six grandchildren; Genevieve and Jack Herrmann, Carly, Cait, Olivia, and Autumn Engelhardt; his siblings; Susan (Dr. John) Schaeffer, Cindy (Jon) Williams, and Rick, his uncle Jack; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Ted, being social in nature, with an enormous friend base, was a member of Alcoholics Anonymous since 1991, where he was very active as a mentor and sponsor. He volunteered for the former Compass House, where he was Chairman of the Board. He was presently board president of the Road to Hope Foundation House. Ted was a counselor for Lorain County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services, serving inmates in local prisons. He was a long-time member of the Oberlin Golf Club and a member of the Amherst Noon Day Golf Club.
Family will receive friends Sunday, December 30, 2012 from 4 - 8 p.m., at the Garland-Misencik Funeral Home, 851 Park Avenue, Amherst. The funeral service will be 11 a.m., Monday, at Amherst Congregational United Church of Christ, 379 South Main St., Amherst. Pastor Attila Szemesi will officiate. Burial with military rites conducted by the Amherst Veterans Military Honor Guard will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Lorain.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Community Foundation of Lorain County, Memo: the Road to Hope Fund @ 9080 Leavitt Road, Elyria, OH 44035 (440-984-7390), or online at www.peoplewhocare.org.

Published by The Morning Journal from Dec. 29 to Dec. 30, 2012.
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Really miss you Ted.
Marilyn

December 30, 2013

Just found out about Ted. Really saddened
by this news. Ted was a super person - at the steel plant and out. I worked for Ted for years in the offices and
always had a good repor. Was always
in good spirits most the time and live
life the fullest in younger years.
Really sorry to hear this and his family
has my deepest condolences,

bill schuffert

January 9, 2013

Ted was a great supervisor as a new craft person in the # 2 seamless mill i was very apprehensive about how work with very senior tradsmen would go .Ted stepped in and always gave sound advice to all. a very caring person. He will be missed!

Bill Ford

January 2, 2013

I echo everyone's sentiments about Ted. It is so shocking to have you gone from everyone's lives, Ted. We will all cherish our memories of you. Thank you for giving us the experience of knowing and enjoying you, Ted. My very sincere sympathies to the Engelhardt family and all your friends.

Debbie Rogers

January 2, 2013

From a very young age, Teddy was a neighbor, cherished friend and little brother growing up on Walnut Drive. He was sweet, kind and funny as a youth. I have been gone from Amherst for quite a while but, judging from these remarks, Teddy remained that way in his adulthood and he also found a way to use his loving nature to reach out to others in need. His light will never go out.

Bob Evans

January 2, 2013

I was deeply saddened to hear this news. Ted definitely displayed his love of life and family. I appreciated seeing him push one of the grandkids in the stroller around the Amherst ballfields and meeting with him in his trailer at the mill. He will be missed. Condolences to the Engelhardt family during this tough time.

Jeremy Brogan

January 2, 2013

Cindy- I am so sorry to hear the passing of your brother. It is times like these that no words can help ease your pain right now. Please know I will have you and your family in my Prayers to help you with comfort. God Bless you Cindy.

Bobbie Roe ( W.M.H.S.)

January 2, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, Ted was a wonderful man.

Betsy Bowen-Hampton

January 1, 2013

Dear Englehardt Family, so very sorry for your loss, I have heard nothing but wonderful thing's about Ted May you all find comfort that he is with God now, and will be watching over all of his loved ones, till you all meet again ! Peace be with you, all !

Reverend Irene Makuch-Hamill

January 1, 2013

Ted was a good man. May you rest in peace.

David Thompson

December 31, 2012

TED WAS A GOOD FRIENDS AND A GOOD BOSS
WILL MISS HIN. PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY LOWELL WHITTEN

December 31, 2012

A person is known by what he leaves behind. Ted left behind better lives for the many people he has helped.

Bill Post

December 31, 2012

My condolences to your family Emily. You will be in my thoughts on this difficult day. May peace be with you all in the days to come.

Valerie Conway

December 31, 2012

If everyone's "candle" was burning as consistently, compassionately, and patiently as Ted's, what a bright world this would be.
Thanks for the memories, Ted.
My deepest sympathy to his family, and all who have been warmed by Ted's flame.

Holly Schneider

December 30, 2012

My Deepest sympathy to all who knew Ted
and his family. Peace Be With You during this most difficult time.

Annette Blackshire

December 30, 2012

Entire Englehardt Family,

We are so sorry!!!! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Wish we could be there with you during this time, but we can't.
What a wonderful family all of you are. Much love to all

Ron & Marge Faris

December 30, 2012

My heartfelt condolences to the family.

Sue Higgins Smith

December 30, 2012

Miss you already Teddy. Hope your family finds comfort.
Love Peaches

michelle Wintering

December 30, 2012

My sympathy to Ted's entire family. When i started at National Tube in 1959, his dad & uncle Jack were among the first people I met.
We shared many good at the mill and at Oberlin Golf Club. Betty & I are sorry we can't express our condolences in person, but we are in Chicago with family for the holidays. RIP Ted

Howard & Betty Williams

December 30, 2012

RIP brother you will be missed by many you left a print in this lifetime and thats what counts. We meet in the Navy and have been friends all these years. Say Hey to Big Al for me, until we meet again!

Jim Hampton

December 30, 2012

My sympathy to Emily and John and children. I am sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers. I know you will miss your Dad. Tootie Tsacoumangos

December 30, 2012

amy pruchinski

December 29, 2012

I am saddened to hear the news about Teddy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dale Galter ( Schneider)

December 29, 2012

Loosing someone we love makes us realize how interconnected we are in life. I pray that the love of family and friends will comfort you. With Deepest Sympathy, Carol (Eddy) May

Carol May

December 29, 2012

Im sure theres going to be a lot of memories flowing now, Ted was a good man. enough said.

Michael Stevens

December 29, 2012

my prayers go out to the family ted was a long time friend who i will always have a place in my heart and a member of playing 66 for hours say hi to the boys god bless you!

jerry edwards

December 29, 2012

My sincere sympathy to the Engelhardt Family. It was my honor & privilege to know Ted for 18 years. His amazing spirit, laughter, kindness & willingness to help others when no one else would will be greatly missed. You will never be forgotten, Ted. Your spirit of love, caring, sharing, saving & forgiveness will live on through all those hearts you have touched. I will miss your golfing visits to Arizona & the opportunity to cook for the Golf Gang. Gone way before we wanted you to go, my friend. Job Well Done Trusted Servant.
Debbie Grasse - Mesa, Arizona

December 29, 2012

An intelligent, insightful, intuitive, laser-witted, loyal and generous social being - It is no wonder Ted was so successful in helping others. His early passing is a great sorrow.

Sheila Heller

December 29, 2012

Pam and I were shocked to here of the passing of Ted. I worked with him many years at US Steel. Ted was a great person to work with and just to be around with. We will all miss him dearly. Our condolences go out to his family. He will be in our prayers. God Bless You Ted.

Dennis Friess

December 29, 2012

I will remember your enthusiasm and wit, and your unselfishness. I will also miss seeing you at the occasional Indians games.

Gregg R

December 29, 2012

Linda and I are shocked and so sorry to hear of Ted's passing. I really enjoyed working with Ted for many years at USS and sharing many good times together. We have nothing but good memories of him. I just talked with Teddy a few weeks ago. Our sincere condolences go out to his entire family. May the Lord comfort all of you.

Gary & Linda Yingling

Gary Yingling

December 29, 2012

I'm sure you're up there watching over us all brother....love ya man

jay renard

December 29, 2012

Ted, You taught me so much about recovery and being a great example of how the program works if you work it. Thank you for passing on what you had been taught. I am going to miss you.

Kim L.

December 29, 2012

Our deepest Sympathy, may bless.

Randy Scott

December 29, 2012

My deepest sympathy, thoughts, and prayers to all of Ted's family and many friends. I'm sure "Big Al" will be nudging his way to the front of the line to greet Ted with his pool stick and golf clubs to hit the best table and the ultimate course in our heavens. Please give Alan a huge hug and kiss from us and assure him that he is still with us in our hearts and prayers. We'll all miss you Ted.
Karen, Trinity, and Tiffany

Karen Robinson

December 29, 2012

May his light shine in the lives of everyone he has touched. My condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Emily, family and friends. Great man gone too soon.

Jennifer Schwarck

December 29, 2012

Teddy...there are no words to express what you have given to our family, or what you mean to each one of us !!! You will be so deeply missed, and are so very deeply loved. May God Bless your family in this trying time, and may he hold you ever so close. I know that thank you can't begin to say what we feel, but please know in our hearts we are forever grateful for your love. Rest with the angles our friend xoxox

Troy Tait

December 29, 2012

My heartfelt condolences to the family...

December 29, 2012

Teddy...there are no words to express what you have given to our family, or what you mean to each one of us !!! You will be so deeply missed, and are so very deeply loved. May God Bless your family in this trying time, and may he hold you ever so close. I know that thank you can't begin to say what we feel, but please know in our hearts we are forever grateful for your love. Rest with the angles our friend xoxox

Troy and Wendy Tait

December 29, 2012

Teddy...there are no words to express what you have given to our family, or what you mean to each one of us !!! You will be so deeply missed, and are so very deeply loved. May God Bless your family in this trying time, and may he hold you ever so close. I know that thank you can't begin to say what we feel, but please know in my heart we are forever grateful for your love. Rest with the angles our friend xoxox

Troy and Wendy Tait

December 29, 2012

Ted was one funny rascal. He probably had the sharpest and most perceptive sense of humor of anyone I know.
We weren't particularly close in high school, but I came to appreciate him more as we aged. Ted was very bright, extremely compassionate and kind, and never desirous of recognition for his many good deeds. He LOVED his children and grandchildren.
The world will be a little darker now without Ted.

Dan Sechkar

December 29, 2012

I will always be grateful that Wade introduced us. It was a pleasure knowing you. So glad I had the opportunity to see you over this last Holiday season. RIP Ted.

Mike Janapolis

December 29, 2012

Ted, your insight and experience helped me and countless others. You will be greatly missed, my friend.

Tahl Benit

December 29, 2012

Dear Engelhardt Family,
Deepest sympathy for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time.

Scott Wood

December 29, 2012

Christine Cumston

December 29, 2012

I loved Ted Englehardt. my experiances with him both the positive and the ones i like to forget helped me greatly in becoming the caring human being, husband , father, and nurse that i am today. his mastery of dealing with people in a good way is a skill that i can only strive for. i will truly miss his laugh and unshakable optimism for the rest of my days! thanks for always being there for me Teddy. your cousin. Dave Schneider

David Schneider

December 29, 2012

byron flores

December 29, 2012

The room always brightened up when Ted walked in. Your ready smile, laughter and willingness to help others will be truly missed.

Don Findley

December 29, 2012

I had the pleasure of working for Ted for many years. Ted was a great boss and also a great friend. My thoughts and prayers to his family.

Jon Bainbridge

December 29, 2012

I will never forget you Theo. From our years growing up in Sheffield Lake, to coming to Amherst. You were always a good friend. Thanks for the memories. Say Hi to Alan and Bear for me.

Terry & Pat Howells

December 29, 2012

Ted was our good neighbor for some years and always had a cheerful greeting for us. Our sympathies go out to the family and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Will Wagner and family.

December 29, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to the family, Ted and my brother Al Robinson are together again at last. Ted was instrumental in helping my family in or loss. we are out of town at this time but our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jeff & Cindy scheiferstein

December 29, 2012

No one made us laugh quite like Ted. What a void he leaves behind. He inspired us through his ability to learn from his life challenges and to use those experiences to help others. What a gift. His work will continue through the many lives he did influence in a most positive way. Our love and sympathy to his family.

Dan & Deb Sechkar

December 29, 2012

I remember Ted when he was married to Beth and would hang around with my brother and sister-in-law. They always had a good time! So sorry for your loss!!!

Caren (Ranck) Godfrey

December 29, 2012

Ted mere words cannot say how much you mean to and my family, You will never, ever be forgotten! My only pray that the men, young men and women you have helped will carry on your generosity and countless hours of selfless caring and compassion. You have helped save lives, and I will forever be grateful that one of them were in my family.I will talk to in my prayers and may the great white light of the holy spirit keep your family craddled in his arms at this moment of difficult times.Roger and I will sorely miss you as will Troy. We love you Bobbi and Roger May

bobbi may

December 29, 2012

We are going to miss you greatly. I feel as though I've lost a brother. All those years of playing golf at Oberlin on Thursday evening. I looked forward to you and Jon coming to Florida every winter and staying with me for a week. I know one of your greatest pleasures was to take a few dollars from me on the golf course. I'm going to miss that. What a great example you set for the rest of us in giving so freely of your time and money for the betterment of your fellow man. God bless you my friend.

chuck acord

December 29, 2012

Ted your memories will live on through the so many people you've touched. You were a great man. Thoughts and prayers to all family and friends.

Jen Loeser

December 29, 2012

My Thoughts and Prayers are with Ted's Family. Ted was a Huge part of my brother Philip's Life.

John Boyce

John Boyce

December 29, 2012

Klaus and Lucile Bauer extend our condolences to Susan, Cindy, Rick, Ted's Children and all their Families. Our thuoghts are with you.

Klaus Bauer

December 29, 2012

I just met Ted this year. He always made me laugh! Very funny Guy. He will be missed. My condolences to his family. Rest in peace

carly kreeger

December 29, 2012

Ted will surely be missed by his loving family and all of those he has helped.

Shelley and Bob Bodkin

December 29, 2012

RIP, Ted. May all find peace in their memories. XO
Becky Williams Galdo

Becky Galdo

December 29, 2012

R.I.P. My friend. You've helped many, your memory will go on forever

Bill Wenzel

December 29, 2012

So sorry to hear this; way too young. Condolences to the family. Rest in peace, Ted. Keep smiling down on us.

Larry Crnobrnja

December 29, 2012

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of Ted's family & close friends during this difficult time. Embrace the wonderful memories that he has given all of us !

Joe & Charlene Godfrey

December 29, 2012

Ted will be missed by so many. His gentle and friendly demeanor made one feel comfortable in his presence. He always had a warm disarming smile. May God grant comfort and peace to all who mourn his loss, especially his family and close friends.

Rich Henry

December 29, 2012

My sincerest condolences to the Engelhardt family.I remembered Teddy from my USS employment.Good man.RIP TEDDY.

MICHAEL CHERNEY

December 29, 2012

I'll miss you Ted...you and John Polansky together kept everyone laughing. !!! Thanks for the great memories....
Family-so very sorry for your loss. We'll all miss him.
Jane Ann

December 29, 2012

R.I.P. My Friend

Bill Wenzel

December 29, 2012

Ted thanks for all the great memories that you've shared with us all. You'll be remembered for how much you helped others,as a fellow classmate you were one of the best. Rest In Peace Ted. Love You

Bill Wenzel

December 29, 2012

How can anyone put in words what Teddy and his family deserve????? I am at a loss of words,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Liz Szefcyk

December 29, 2012

Teddy was the consumate friend. Family friends our whole lives, it strikes me the first thing I had always done when thinking of, or seeing Teddy, was to smile. His wit and sense of humor were legendary. From our days camping out in the park in junior high school, to playing golf, to hanging out at his parent's house with sister Cindy and Jon, we always shared our life experiences, told war stories about high school, family and friends, with Teddy always weaving in that rare sense of humor, and again, always laughing.
He never bragged about his good deeds. Never. And yet, he obviously brought a lot of good into this challenging world of ours.
I will miss my friend, Ted. A good man with a good soul. Love you, Buddy.

Michael Brady

December 28, 2012

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