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Edward Keating Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from Mar. 9 to Mar. 10, 2018.

Edward (Ted) Michael Keating

February 22, 1947 - February 27, 2018

Passed away peacefully with his family by his side. Ted will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Elaine; daughters, Kristina (Alex), Stephanie (Will), Laura (James); grandchildren, Hazel, Oliver, Violet, Riley, Naomi, Sloane; siblings, Bob (Donna) and Brenda (Gordon). Also missing him will be his nieces, nephew, many friends and relatives.

Ted was born in Winnipeg to Jean and Mick Keating. After graduating from the University of Manitoba, Ted moved to Vancouver where he married Elaine and started his family. Throughout his career, Ted taught at multiple schools within the Vancouver School Board. He always loved being part of the school community, enjoying equally the staff, students, and math. A life-long learner, Ted embraced the opportunity to work with online learning platforms for the Open Learning Agency and Thompson Rivers University.

Ted was a sports enthusiast who loved playing, coaching, and supporting local teams. He enjoyed rugby, squash, skiing, cycling, floor hockey, trekking, and was always up for a round of golf. Ted was a loving husband and caring father who supported his daughters in all that they did. Ted loved meeting new people and seeing old friends. He could always be counted on for an invitation to dinner, and his sense of humour and friendly personality made everyone feel welcome in his home.

A special thanks to his many friends and relatives who supported Ted and his family during the last few months of his life.

A celebration of Ted's life will be held at Fairview Presbyterian Church, 2725 Fir St, Vancouver on Friday, March 16 at 1pm. If you wish, memorial donations may be made to St. John Hospice (stjohnhospice.ca) or to support research on Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease through the Alzheimer Society of Canada (alzheimer.ca).

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January 26, 2021

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Marian Leighton

Ted was a great friend over many years. I felt as though he and his family and his family embraced me when I most ended even when they had much need. We travelled together to beautiful places like Haida Gwaii never even considering the rain as being an issue~~it was what the four of us (his wife Elaine, Suzanne and me) expected but actually had less of. Ted playing golf on the sands of North Beach was so much fun to watch. Ted won Ticket to Ride New Year's Eve despite his abilities to participate. The following weeks were so hard for Elaine, so very very hard. Suzanne and I were off to NZ as part of a group and we knew we would be gone for several weeks unable to help. We could call thankfully and recall stopping by the side of the road where we managed to get cell coverage, speaking to Elaine while squatting beside a big group of smelly sheep. We were kept up to date and I called right near the end. By this time Suzanne was off with others but I got hold of her and she too was able to talk to Elaine.

This seems crazy but I too know that I am dying though my death will be easier which makes it easier for my family and friends. I so much cared about Ted and am so lucky to have known him. Since I don't know if I will be around for the anniversary of his death I thought I would write now.

Marian

April 10, 2019

Patrick Dunn

After moving to Penticton, in May 2015, we were very fortunate to be able to stay with Elaine and Ted, when we visited Vancouver. At these times I became even more aware of their Sodastream as Ted would often offer me a glass of this "fuzzy" water, as I called it. Over the course of subsequent stays I always looked forward to enjoying a glass from the "soda fountain" and grew so enamoured of the device and its refreshing seltzer that it was one of the first things we added to our kitchen appliances once we had settled into our new home. Its shiny black case sits on the counter of our newly renovated kitchen and I am reminded, each and every day, of Ted, of his willingness to prepare another flask and/or make a cappuccino, laughing and smiling all the while. Of course, the CO2 cylinder must be replaced, from time to time, but the memory of Ted will never disappear from the hearts and minds of all who knew and loved him.

Posted by Patrick Dunn

February 28, 2019

Elaine Keating

It is so hard to believe that a year has already passed. There has not been a day or night that I haven't cried for Ted. When Ted died, I felt my heart had died with him. But the pain in my heart was so great that I know it couldn't have died. Only part of my heart died with Ted, but the rest is filled with love and memories of Ted.

I still feel that heartache. Sometimes it is a dull ache but sometimes the pain is as great as the day Ted left us. But I take great comfort in knowing how much Ted loved us all unconditionally. Ted lived for his family and friends. Proud to be a son, a brother, a husband, an uncle, a father, a grandfather and devoted friend to all who were lucky to have met him. And we were the lucky ones whose lives Ted touched.

Ted was born in the year of the Pig and some of the qualities that are characteristic of the Pig totally describe Ted.
- Men born in the year of the pig are optimistic and gentle, rarely losing their temper. They always try to compromise and settle things quickly. Their goal in life is to live in harmony.
- They are pretty popular and get along well with everyone.
- They love learning.
- They are patient and want the best for everyone.
- They are tolerant and understanding.

I had a dream a few weeks ago. I dreamt that I had fallen asleep in the middle of the day and woke up at 5 minutes to 5 pm realizing that I had forgotten to pick up my grandchild from school at 3 pm. I was in a total frenzy and everyone around me was panicky. My Mom was worried sick about the grandchild being left alone for 3 hours. Then in walked Ted and he calmly said "Now how can we fix this problem?" And that is what epitomizes Ted. Ted was our calming force, he was there to fix any problems. Always with kindness, love, patience and understanding, never once criticizing our foibles.

Ted was my best friend, my husband, my lover, father of our amazing daughters, father-in-law to our incredibly supportive son-in-laws and grandfather to the grandchildren that we so looked forward to having. Ted's biggest regret was that he would not be able to see his grandchildren graduate.

I miss Ted more than words can express. I miss the little things like the latte he would have ready for me in the mornings. I miss his snoring at night that was sometimes so loud it would jolt him out of his sleep. I miss his corny jokes that he couldn't finish because he was laughing so hard or because he couldn't remember the punch line. I miss binge watching TV till 1 or 2 in the morning and cuddling up with Ted while he was just resting his eyes. But mostly I miss Ted all the time.

I still talk to Ted but like before, he still doesn't listen. Some things don't change. I didn't think life could go on without Ted, but it does. Ted continues to live on in our hearts and thoughts and I am thankful for the almost 47 years together that Ted has enriched my life.

And now we have been given the greatest gift of all to honour Ted - the birth of our 7th grandchild Laurel "Teddy" Valley born the same day as Ted's birthday. Ted is truly smiling.

I miss those smiles and I love you Ted.
Your loving wife.

February 27, 2019

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Lizabeth Cochran

Hard to believe that a whole year has gone by without our wonderful friend and neighbour. And yet not really 'without Ted'....for not a day goes by without someone from his huge extended family and friends: telling a story, reliving an experience, shedding some tears or bursting into laughter as we touch on this life so well lived.
What an example for that ever expanding group of grandkids! Boundless enduring love and humour permanently imprinted on all that knew him and the many that will one day share the legend of Ted.

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June 4, 2018

Kristina Keating

Here are the words I spoke at my dad's celebration. I hope these words bring you solace and leave a smile on your face as you remember him.
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On behalf of my family, I want to start by saying thank you to this wonderful community. In these past few months while dad's health declined, our friends, neighbours, and relatives provided an extrodinary-level of support to our family. This time was incredibly difficult, but was made as easy as it could have been by those came to walk with our dad everyday, those who provided meals for us, those who called to check in, those who came to sit and watch a game with dad, and the countless other acts of kindness provided by you. For everything you have done, you have our eternal gratitude.

When people pass away, we are often told to take solace in the fact that our loved ones will live on in our memories of them, in the way they have affected our lives, and in the lessons we learned from them. Given that dad was always a teacher, I think that these words would resonate with him. So today, I'd like to share with you three lessons from Ted.

Lesson 1:
When steph and I were in highschool, laura was in elementary school, and dad was teaching at Van Tech, each school day would start the same. Dad rode his bike to work and he'd leave the house earlier than my sisters and I. Before he left the house he'd stand at the top of the stairs in his spandex biking shorts, an old white t-shirt tucked in, his helmet on, white sport socks pulled up to mid-shin, and his biking shoes and he would say, Girls, are we wealthy? Girls? Are we wealthy? and he would repeat this question until he got the correct answer from us, which was an inevitably grumpy, yes dad, we're wealthy because we have our health. And then he would smile at us and sing M-I-C See you real soon, K-E-Y, why because I love you, M-O-U-S-E, then he'd leave to bike to work.

There are multiple parts to this lesson, the first of which is, it doesn't matter what you wear.

For the second part, when dad says the he thinks we are wealthy because we have our health. I think this means more than just a healthy body, although he strongly valued physical fitness, and was active all his life playing rugby, squash, skiing, and golfing to name a few. I think that he also meant a healthy mind, and a healthy soul. And dad lived this philosophy. To keep his mind healthy, he was constantly learning new things, from researching how to have the perfect golf swing to changing his career to work with new teaching technologies. To keep his soul healthy, he was generous with everyone he met; anyone he ran into would be invited over to the house for dinner. If a friend ever asked for his help, he would show up and enthusiastically lend a hand. With our mom he created a community around him of wonderful and supportive people. I believe that even at the end of his life, when his body was failing him, our dad still would have said he was wealthy because he was surrounded by the love of his family and the love of his friends and for that again, we thank you.




The mickey mouse song brings us to Lesson 2: Those of you who knew dad as a math teacher, may not know that he was also a poet. One of his best works comes in the form of a card that he wrote for mom that goes:
You plus me plus three = family
This work is a bit out of date and if he was around to rewrite it today he would have written something like,
You plus me plus three plus three plus six equals family.

These poems and the mickey mouse song summarize lesson two: love your family.
It was clear in everything that dad did that he loved his family. It was clear in the way that his face lit up when the grandkids came to the house, in the way that he patiently taught them to ride a bicycle, in the way that he held them when they were born, and hugged them as they grew. It was clear in the way that he accepted our spouses into his life without judgement, just an invitation to have a drink, watch the game, and questions of genuine curiosity to get to know them. It was clear in the way that our dad raised my sisters and I, with very little anger, lots of patience, and support when we made mistakes. It was clear in the way that he loved our mom, the love of his life. In the way he was excited to go on trips and explore new places with her, in the way that he would install a new room or a new kitchen, in the subtle bragging about her that he did when he would invite someone new to dinner, and in the way he would grin at her when he said something to make her laugh.

Dad was not one to say I love you all the time, and yet I never doubted that our dad loved us. And I feel, as I know my sisters do too, lucky to have had him as our father.

Lesson 3 comes in the form of a fable. Dad told this story to my sisters and I over and over again through our lives. I am paraphrasing here because some of the details have gotten lost over time or were not consistent to begin with, but it goes something like this: once there was a young aspiring actor in Hollywood who was trying to find an acting job. He tried out for countless plays and movies, but he could not land anything. Then one day he was trying out for a play and the director said to him, we really like you, but the only role we have left is a rock. And the actor said yes, I will take it. The actor practiced being a rock everyday leading up to opening night. On opening night he went out on stage and he was the best rock that he could be. And he received a standing ovation for his role. And you know what, that rock was Dustin Hoffman (or sometimes Al Pacino). But regardless, the moral of the story remains the same, be the best that you can be.

And dad was the best that he could be in everything that he did. He was the best golfer that he could be, he was the best driver that he could be, he was the best teacher that he could be, he was the best friend that he could be, he was the best grandfather that he could be, he was the best father that he could be, and he was the best husband that he could be.

Although it was cut short by this terrible disease, while he was alive, dad lived the best life that he could live.

And, since no good lesson would finish without repeating the main points, to summarize
1)Remember, you are wealthy because you have your health
2)Love your family with all you have
3)Be the best that you can be

These are some of the many things that we have learned from dad that will live on, in the way we continue to support each other in this community and to create our own communities, in the way that we raise and love our children, spouses, and each other, and in the way that we live our best lives.

Dad, we love you and we will miss you.

Posted by Kristina Keating

May 12, 2018

TRU

Ted Keating was an instructional designer in Open Learning for 13 years before his retirement in 2013. With a wealth of expertise in digital and online learning, particularly in mathematics, and in teacher training, he managed the development of math courses and was a certified trainer for WebCT. He helped establish OL's Instructional Design department, serving as co-chair in its early years. Ted will be remembered for his easy-going and supportive nature, his dedication to active living and his ability to make any subject scintillating. He loved learning and teaching, and immersed himself in life.

April 12, 2018

lizabeth cochran

One of the Many Heartfelt Speeches at Ted's Celebration of Life

I think we are all here to acknowledge that there is now an enormous hole in our universe and to hope that with all these memories we can recreate a giant jigsaw picture of our lovely Ted.
Ted was the best neighbor everhe magically turned acquaintances into close friends and in the process created a sense of belonging for our little community.
Ted loved to hang out on the street, Fashionista Ted, in those crazy white overalls (sometimes clipping his hedge) but frankly I think that was just an excuse . He had this incredible ability to look around, make eye contact and immediately strike up a conversation with perfect strangers showing such innocent curiosity, true interest and complete acceptance to whomever he was beguiling..
.and then the next thing you knew, there they were...sitting at the ever expanding Keating table, you know that table, many of you have experienced as it always having room for just one more!
Once there, Ted took hosting seriously. You remember that mischievous glinthe loved injecting a little excitement, into the conversation no avoiding sex, politics and religion at this dinner table. Instead Ted took delight in being a little bit of the provocateur, delighting in bringing up controversial topics and then always ready to laugh and see the ridiculous in everything. He offered jokes, stimulating ideas, food and wine and most recently Bonnie Prince Charlies.
Ted as neighbor was always ready to helpI can't count how many times he lugged something up or down narrow curving stairs, helped with a child's math problem or taught a neighbor to ride a bike
As a teacher, I so envy Ted s remarkable abilityhe was able to break down a skill into manageable bites and then so diplomatically, without making you feel like the idiot you were, point you gently in the right direction so that you actually felt pretty clever by the end. Many of us now feel extremely confident in our skill at Mexican trains!
Ted was always up for fun and adventure.and he brought that neighbourliness with him; charming folks in Nepal. Bhutan, Cambodia, Denmark, New Zealand, Australia, France, Portugal, and Haida Gwaii. In Vietnam the guides insisted on Ted drinking beer with them after a very long dayand of course tired though he was, there he'd be; big Ted sitting on a tiny little pink plastic kid's chair ; drinking beer on the street and of course finding out about their lives..
Doug tells me, his great delight was in seeing Ted with that look of the Cat-That-Ate-the-Canary.', You would catch him with a little smile on his face and just know he couldn't believe how blessed he was. First blessed to have lucked into snagging the love of his life, twice blessed with the three amazing daughters they produced (not to mention three lovely son in laws)..and thrice blessed with six precious grandchildren. And although I can imagine what it must have been like to be the only male in a home with four females, Ted would just float through hassles getting that same look on his face; looking sideways at Elaine, realizing he had yet again gotten away with something. If the fur really started flying, he would, of course, find some urgent repairs that needed doing outside the house, .
In the hospice, Ted was the sun around which his family rotated, especially those last few nights with Elaine holding his hand and all his girls sleeping on a pullout next to himFour little sardines in a can.Steph, Kristina, Laura and little Sloan
Those last few months, Ted continued his role, as host and neighbor, bringing us together in a different way. people gathered together to walk, talk, yell at sports, play games and party hearty. Everyone who bore witness to this time felt it an honor and a privilege to yet again experience Ted's warmth. Through him we made new connections and the community continued to grow

So now, all we can do is honour and extend the impact of our lovely friend. So, all of you Get out there. Hang about on the sidewalk, talk to total strangers, ask them inquisitive, interested questions and then bring them home for a meal and give your spouse a hug, all in the confident knowledge that her look of fond exasperation hides a deep well of perfect endless love.

We love you Ted.

April 5, 2018

Barb Glick

I taught with Ted at UHill secondary from 1979 until he left for Vancouver Tech. I remember when we took the grade 10s to Strathcona Park Lodge & Ted & i would hang out in the ferry cafeteria eating and drinking coffee.
We'll miss you Ted.
Barb Glick

March 30, 2018

George Lin

I am truly very saddened to hear of this sad news. Mr. Keating was my Math 12 teacher back at Vancouver Technical in 1988. He was always such a kind and wonderful person. I learned a great deal from him and was inspired to become a mathematics teacher because of him and his encouragement. It is my distinct honour to continue to carry on his legacy in passing onto my students the many mathematics concepts and life lessons he taught me.
To his family and loved ones, please know my thoughts are with you and hope you will accept my sincerest condolences.

March 30, 2018

Being a few years younger than Ted, my high school friends & I were always amazed at being included in activities which got us out of the North End of Winnipeg. Ted, his brother Bo, Helmut Klein & Bob Jaskiewicz were like big brothers and have remained friends ever since. Our heartfelt condolences to Elaine & the kids. Ken & Diane Johnson

March 30, 2018

Iris & Merijn

As former tenants of Ted and Elaine, we got to know Ted as a very kind and gentle person with a great interest in other people. We are very saddened to learn about his passing. Our thoughts are with the Keating family.

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In an earlier entry I mentioned the wine-tasting, in Napa and Sonoma, and chipping practice, outside Santa Cruz, off Highway 1, along the Pacific,on the beach there. Here are some of the photos, from February, 2006, of these wonderful times together.

March 18, 2018

Elfriede

Lovely memories! My 3 daughters grew up with Elaine & Ted's 3 daughters. They shared same ages, playtimes, cousins, sleepovers, tents & toys, dinner tables & a gazillion b'day parties. My calendar is a maze of amazing entries, my photo album is heartwarming. So is the memory of your
forever smile Ted & of you carrying my sleeping child to our car after a late eve of fun at the Keatings. God bless you & your family, you're all special people to us.
Elfriede

March 16, 2018

Ted was one of my older cousins. Back on Manitoba Ave., visiting Aunty Jean and Uncle Mick, Ted was the kindly, tall cousin who could pick me up and carry me on his shoulders. At such great heights, the neighbourhood was a grand vista. His ability to show others the wonderful panorama of our lives was a true gift. I am so grateful to Ted for his generosity, quiet interest in my life, and for his many examples of inspiration. Ted and Elaine. Thanks so much. Aunty Jean and Uncle Mick will be doing a jig, happy to see their boy again.

March 15, 2018

Dawn-Louise McLeod

Ted was amongst those who made me feel welcomed and valuable when I first joined BC Open University/Open Learning Agency. He often spoke glowingly of his daughters and his wife, Elaine. He had an adventurous spirit and loved to teach and learn, so conversations with him were always energetic, humorous and engaging. Many people will miss this kind and wonderful man.

March 15, 2018

Michael Sookochoff

He was one of my teachers at University Hill. I remember him as an extremely patient, intelligent, kind, gentle & curious man. He was genuinely interested in and cared about others. My condolences to his family & all who knew him. I ran into him on West Broadway in Vancouver a few years ago completely by accident and he was still the Ted I remember. I'm a teacher because of Ted and the other staff who taught me at UHill. You CAN change the world through the students you influence. Rest In Peace.

March 15, 2018

Lorena Duran

I was one of Ted's students when Ted taught at University Hill in the 80s. I saw him again when I did my practicum in Van Tech a few years later. Ted was one of the many wonderful teachers at U Hill that inspired me to be a teacher and I couldn't have done my practicum without his support and friendly smile. I ride my bike to school today in your honour, Ted. The world was blessed to have you.

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Patrick Dunn

One of my most treasured memories of Ted took place when he and two other friends and I drove to Los Angeles to attend the Rugby '7's. En route we went wine-tasting, in Napa and Sonoma, but outside Santa Cruz, traveling on Highway 1, along the Pacific, he suggested we stop so that he and the lads could practice their chipping skills in the gorgeous sand dunes. So we did just, he and Mick and Sir Andrew, hitting balls into the strong wind into the slopes of the surrounding dunes, happy as larks as no green fees! Ted always had an eye for finding fun in unlikely situations and took great pleasure in sharing his insights for the benefit and enjoyment of all. An incredible travel companion, not only on trips but also in life itself.

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March 13, 2018

Jim Chester

In the early 70s Ted got his teaching position in Vancouver. We drove his tiny Datsun stick shift across the vast Western Canadian prairies. Surprisingly, we arrived safe and sound after the perilous journey unscathed so that eventually he and Elaine would marry, settle down in their new city and raise their beautiful family. Ted was a gentle and sincere man. He will most certainly be missed by all. Elaine and family my sincere heart felt condolences...

March 12, 2018

So very sorry to hear My thoughts and prayers

March 11, 2018

Bonnie and Nick Iafolla

Dear Elaine and family. Bonnie and I were so saddened to learn of Ted's passing. He was a wonderful guy with a gentle manner and great sense of humour. I will always remember his referring to a group having coffee, their "social capital" and how important it was. When I asked what he meant, he simply said "friendship". Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

March 11, 2018

Enid MCauley

Ted was one of the kindest, nicest, most thoughtful people I have ever known and worked with. He was a great friend and a wonderful addition to the Open Learning Team at OLA and TRU. He will be greatly missed.

March 11, 2018

Mary and Dan Kowal

Dear Elaine and family, our sincerest thoughts and condolences are with you. We will sadly miss Ted as the best neighbor and friend of over 35 years. We were so fortunate to have known him for his genuine love of people. Looking across the street will never be the same.

March 10, 2018

My condiolences to you Elaine, Kristina, Stephanie and Laura ( and to Bob and Brenda). I have such fond memories of Ted and I will miss him. I remember all the family dinners we had over the years. Ted had a soft soul and he was so warm to be around. RIP Ted!

March 10, 2018

Jonathan Glick

Ted was a wonderful man and an extraordinary teacher. The reason for both was the same: he was kind.

March 10, 2018

Pete Tyler

Ted was my dear friend, teaching colleague and, for one year, my roommate. He was a wonderful person and I will miss him greatly. My sincere condolences to his beautiful family.

March 10, 2018

Liz Morrin

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time.

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Myra Wilson

Ted welcomed me into his home during my high school years when I came over to hang out with my amazing friend, Steph. He also offered me so much teaching advice during my University years as I worked towards my teaching degree. My heart aches for the Keating family at this time.

March 9, 2018

Graham Kinley

My remembrances of Ted goes back to University where his help and guidance got me through my BEd. year. After 37 years as a teacher, I can only thank Ted for getting me off to a good start.I will never forget what he did for me. My most sincere condolences to the family.

March 9, 2018

Tom Morton

I am blessed to have taught alongside Ted for many years. My condolences.

March 9, 2018

Diponkar

I will miss you Ted

March 9, 2018

Raju Banerjee

My heartfelt condolences to you, Elaine and your family. I will miss Ted -a truly lovable and kind person who so generously counted us among his friends. Raju Banerjee, Ottawa.

March 9, 2018

Stella Tossell

Ted made a huge difference in helping me re-enter teaching and ease into my department head role in a new city after being out of the classroom for so many years. He became a good friend who could always be counted on for help and support. With deepest sympathy to the family,

March 9, 2018

Alex and Patricia Anderson

We first met Ted and Elaine when they came to Melbourne to visit Laura and James and after they moved to Vancouver we visited on several occasions. Ted was one of natures true gentlemen, always kinds, always gentle, always welcoming, the family bond so strong and loving and our grandchildren Riley and Sloane will never know and miss the wonderful knowledge and love he would share. He welcomed both of our sons James and Ross into his home with open arms. He will be greatly missed. We send our sincerest thoughts and love to Elaine and family.

March 9, 2018

Ted will be greatly missed, with deepest sympathy

Janet, Shawn, Mary and Dale

March 9, 2018

John Freeman

I have fond memories of our childhood in North End Winnipeg over 55 years ago.
Ted and Bob (Bo) were good friends of the Freeman brothers.Sports of all kind were our bond. Ted was always a kind and considerate guy who was a great listener. Ted and Bob were brought up by wonderful parents.
Sincere condolences to the family.

March 9, 2018

Roy Kunicky

Sincere condolences to the family

March 8, 2018

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Rosalind Kellett

It is with deep sadness that I have learned that the vivacious and courageous Ted Keating has died within a few months of being diagnosed with a terrible disease. I remember him from the time I worked with him at summer school in the 1990s and I admired his intelligence and skill at managing the summer school program as an administrator. He was efficient yet supportive of the teaching staff and all those student needs and requests. He went on to do creative projects, especially in mathematics and will be remembered as great educator, as well as a great individual. May he rest in peace.

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