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Ted Springer Obituary

TED SPRINGER On April 17, 2011, Ted Springer, 57, of Santa Fe passed away peacefully at home from a lengthy illness. He is preceded in death by his father, Ted W. Springer; and sister, Peggy Springer. He is survived by the love of his life of 27 years, Helen Vigil; sons, Mark Springer and Matt Springer (Michelle); mother, Jane Springer; brother, Tom Springer (Jennifer) all of Santa Fe. Grandchildren, Isabella Springer and David James Springer; nieces: Jessica Springer, Melissa Springer, Krystal Hendricks; nephews, Theodore Springer and Dominic Montoya. Ted was a 1971 graduate of St. Michael's High School. He graduated from NMSU with a Bachelors degree in Political Science. He worked many years for the N.M. Highway Dept. Ted was an outstanding athlete, a great listener, full of wisdom, sarcastic, yet philosophical, very understanding and always welcomed everyone with open arms, heart, and mind. Above all, he was an excellent father and loved his family. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at 11 a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church. Arrangements by Rivera Family Mortuaries and Crematory of Santa Fe Funeral Options 417 East Rodeo Road, Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505)989-7032 Santafefuneraloption.com

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Published by Santa Fe New Mexican on Apr. 23, 2011.

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Stephen Dorso

September 27, 2022

Sorry to hear about Ted. Ted was my cousin and we spent quite a bit of time together as kids. In fact, we were in a band together in the late 60's. He was a great guy.

The Garleys

April 27, 2011

Matt, Michelle, Bella & David. I am so sorry for your loss. Matt, I know I only met your dad once or twice, but he always greated me with love and a smile. Our love and prayers during this difficult time. We are always here for you.

April 26, 2011

Helen and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Ted will always be watching over you. My prayers are with you. Elizabeth Sena, NM

Perla Aranda

April 25, 2011

My condolences to Ted's family. I so enjoyed catching up with Ted at special events. And yes, he always wore a smile! My prayers are with you all.

April 25, 2011

Helen, Mark, Matt and Mrs. Springer, I am so so sorry for the loss of Ted Springer. I worked with Ted for many years in the NM Highway & Transportation and I also am a 71 graduate. Mark, Matt your father had a beautiful personality, he was full of spark, charisma and we all loved him for his sense of humor. Ted had great spirit and I'm sure he is even making our Lord and Savior laugh. Be proud of your father, he was a great man. Again my deepest condolences.

Love & blessings
Sandra D. Martinez

April 25, 2011

My sincere condelences to all of the family. My prayers are with all of you Jane,Tom, Helen Vigi . Geraldine Archuleta- Salaiz and Mike Salaiz (Las Cruces,NM)

Anna Gurule

April 25, 2011

My condolences. We will all miss that vibrant smile. God Bless.

John Garcia

April 25, 2011

My condolences, Ted was a teammate for many years in the Santa Fe Softball leagues, he was great friend with a big smile for everyone around him. My prayers are with you Tom and Family.

Phil Serna

April 24, 2011

My condolences to you all. Ted was a friend and I enjoyed playing with him and against him on our city league teams. I always remember his long bombs in basketball, and his sense of humor. God bless him.

Walter K. Lopez

April 24, 2011

My sincere condolences to the family. Ted was a stand-up guy, had a passion for life and an unforgettable sense of humor. We'll miss your handicapping at the racetrack. RIP, buddy.

Melissa West

April 23, 2011

Tom and family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.

OC, Melissa & family

class ofseventyone

April 23, 2011

Always a happy guy. We will miss you Bear!

Robert Digneo

April 23, 2011

I went to St. Mike's HS with Ted -- I remember a whole lot of pick up basketball games where he would make long shots over me. He liked to shoot from deep in the corner. He always had a smile on his face when we played, especially whenn he made a really long shot.

DANIEL Berry

April 23, 2011

My sincerest condolences as Ted was a very good friend of mine for a long time...i hope for a blessed internment as I am not in Santa Fe.

Mike Lara

April 23, 2011

So very sorry for your loss. We will all miss Ted's humor. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.

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