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Ted Lindsay
1925 - 2019
Ted Lindsay
1925 - 2019
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BORN
1925
DIED
2019
Ted Lindsay Obituary
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Janice Rakoczy
March 10, 2019
I met Ted Lindsay at Fraser Hockeyland. I was going up the stairs and he was going down . I looked up to see who was coming down and stopped in my tracks. I said" Oh, it's you!" Where he replied,"Oh, it's you!" We both chuckled and Iyelled out"Anyone got a pen?"Just by luck, I had on a Red wing shirt that day.i met him other times and he always had a smile on his face and a story to tell! Rest in Peace in that great hockey arena in the sky!
Terry Herbert
March 9, 2019
one of thé greatest humans.You would
Nevers know what à great player hé was.
Thanks for thé mémoires.Rest in pface,Ted
Terry Herbert
Simonr
March 9, 2019
Dearest Lindsay Family and Friends, I am so very sorry to hear about your loss of Ted. Sorry for your loss. Take time to grieve and find comfort in knowing that God is near to all those calling on him. Psalm 145:18
CF
March 9, 2019
May the God of all peace bring comfort to the Lindsay family and friends at this difficult time.
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Marvin Bartal
March 9, 2019
Ted was my hockey coach in Port Hourn, Mi. Summer of 1966-68 I will never for get him.
March 8, 2019
I was born in Kirkland Lake and lived on the same street as Mr Lindsay. In 1950 my best friend and I were hitch hiking to the Kirkland Lake Golf and Country Club to when up came a convertible with 3 gentlemen in the front seat offering us a ride. I mentioned to my best friend that the driver was Ted Lindsay, with Nellie Podolski in the centre seat and Gordie Howe in the front passenger seat as well. We found they were going to the Club and we offered to caddie for them, but alas they were going out for lunch on a business discussion. As I was now living in Windsor I had the opportunity to be invited to lunch with Ted in a Detroit suburb with two of his friends from Windsor. When I related the hitch hiking incident to Mr Lindsay without blinking and eye he said That happened in 1950. I coudn't his recall as he was 91 years of age. As stated by many people he was an engaging conversationalist and a true gentleman. My sincere condolences go out to his wife and family.
Warmest regards, Jerry Zima
Wade Sanecki
March 8, 2019
We lost the final leg of the "Production Line"and also a truly nice guy ans sportsman.
George Bishop
March 8, 2019
Deepest sympathy to Ted's family. He will be missed by all, not just Wings fans.
Mark Edwards
March 8, 2019
I was fortunate to know Mr. Lindsay in my younger years quite well. His son Blake and I were friends and business partners in the early eighties, "Lindsay, Edwards Sport Outfitters". During those days Ted was an officer in our corporation and a constant support mechanism for us in every way possible. Most fans rightfully know Ted Lindsay as a Hall of Fame sports icon which they should. He was that same caliber person in his personal life as well I'd come to know. The old saying goes "Character is doing the right thing when no one's looking", Mr. Ted Lindsay was that in spades!
*Thinking of you guys Blake, Lynn/Lew & Meredith during this time of loss...your father will be missed!
Nate (James) Quill (Merritt)
March 8, 2019
Nate Quill,
It's been a long time but you will definitely be missed.
Dave Bondy
March 7, 2019
Met and sat with Ted at a few automotive dinners. A great thrill for me. Some time after met some of his long time friends to reminisce. Wayne Olson, have not touched based in a while! Hope all is well.
Stephen TAKESIAN
March 7, 2019
My Middle son Scott has just had his 3rd Open Heart Operation. and Ted Called to see how is was doing. My Godfather was a Friend of Teds{ Peter Torigian } and Ted ask Scott" Scott what Hockey position do you play? Scott answered IM A GOALIE TED ! Ted ask me on the speaker phone. Steve Does Scott know a Goalie is a Defenseman with no Brains?
Rest in Peace
March 7, 2019
Sincerest condolences to the family. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
JFT
David Boll
March 7, 2019
Great player and an extraordinary generous and kind man, whose devotion to the welfare of the players was a sterling example of his character
Mr. Lindsay was the diving force behind the organization of the present day NHL Player's Association.
My deepest condolences to his family and to his friends.
S.R.
March 7, 2019
I am truly sorry for your loss may the God of love comfort you during this time of great sadness.
bob miller
March 7, 2019
When I was a youngster in Nova Scotia, Canada, I fell into the habit of writing to NHL stars and asking for an autographed photo. I still have in my possession one of Mr. Lindsay, which I continue to cherish. Rest in Peace, Ted.................you were one of the greatest ever. Bob Miller
Patrick Foss
March 6, 2019
Rest in peace, Ted Lindsay.
May your soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.
Thank you for living your life with courage, purpose, and caring. A hero and a great man.
Pete Gawronski
March 6, 2019
Thank you Ted for all you did on and off the ice. God has a special place for you in heaven. As the good Nuns would tell us , you will now receive your true rewards in Heaven. May your Soul Rest I Peace, Amen.
Harry Simpson
March 6, 2019
Godspeed Ted, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us...
Ed Goettl
March 6, 2019
Although growing up in Windsor, Ontario in the late 50s and early 60s I was (and still am) a Devoted Leafs Fan, I always recognized Mr. Lindsay as an amazing player. In later years I came to understand what a kind and generous man he was off the ice. Certainly a life well lived. Rest In Peace, sir, and my heartfelt condolences to the Lindsay family.
March 6, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Charles Rinehart
March 6, 2019
I was fortunate to have met both Gordie and Ted in the 1950's at the opening of Northland Shopping Center where they took the time to talk to me one on one. I saw them play numerous times at Olympia. Ted was my hero because he was my size and we were both Left Wingers and loved to get into scrapes. Fast-forward to the early sixties and Mr. Lindsay was the guest speaker at our small Hockey Banquet where I happened to be the recipient of a couple of trophies. While I was walking up to receive the awards, my coach who was up at the live podium with Mr. Lindsay, stated to Ted, that I also led the Team in penalty minutes -- Mr. Lindsay immediately stated " doesn't the high scoring and the penalty minutes go hand-and-hand?" which got the crowd to its feet! What a Great Man!
Marv Strach
March 5, 2019
As a young man in the late 50's, I got to see Ted Lindsay skate, score and lead the Red Wings to Stanley Cups at the Olympia. I watched games with the Original Six televised in black and white on early TV. I managed to get the classic 50's picture of Ted Lindsay autographed. As time past, I visited the NHL Hall of Fame and while in Toronto, and also went to St.Michael's for a Sunday game....to see Ted's picture on the Wall of Fame....at the school's rink...St Mikes players who made it to the NHL. Still later in life, after retiring, while playing pick up hockey and working out at the gym at the Sports Center in Troy, I got to meet and personally talk with Mr. Lindsay. I always admired him as a hockey player...my kind of guy. But, it was in the discussions with him that I met the real MR. LINDSAY...truly a man's man, on and off the ice. He was a man to emulate. ..a hero. A class act. I even named my boxer lab dog TED...and he wears a Red Wings collar...for my favorite hockey player. He was a man to emulate. When I heard the news of his passing, my heart sunk....for the past 60 years I have known and followed Ted Lindsay...it is like losing a father and friend. He will be missed.
Don Gargaro
March 5, 2019
In 1969 Ted took me to Olympic Sporting Goods and dressed me up like a hockey player. The equipment was better than I was. I am grateful to him for good advice and guidance as well as wonderful memories including my friendship with his son, Blake.
-Don Gargaro
Stephen Sauer
March 5, 2019
Watched as a young fan in the Fifties. Very proud to be your fan all my life, and grateful for all your good works.
Vern Randolph
March 5, 2019
I met Ted around 1990 in mio,I was totally impressed what a truly great man he was.
His work with the special Olympics showed his true passion.
Wasn't a bad hockey player either.
God bless his family and may he rest in peace.
Vern and diana Randolph
Anthony Muhitch
March 5, 2019
Ted came to my high school Ste. Elizabeth in Thornhill Ontario in the early 2000s to talk about his experiences starting the NHLPA in the 50s. This story had been chronicled in the book "Networth" and a CBC TV movie "Networth". He fascinated and inspired students for 4 periods with his story of social justice heroism. Once during the day, he turned around to mural of Mother Teresa on the wall behind him and said. "That's my hero". That day was the greatest day of my high school teaching career.
Don Keating Jr
March 5, 2019
It was a pleasure working with Ted while employed at Chivas Products in the 1990's. He and Marty Pavelich had a plastic molding company Lindsay & Pavelich that Chivas had acquired that caused our paths to cross. Ted was always the gentleman and a professional that treated everyone with respect and honor. I remember clearly the day he and I were bantering and I accidentally hit him in the gut but you would have never known it looking at Ted's face. He was solid as a rock. Never felt it. I was so impressed a man nearly twice my age was that muscular. No flab. Thank you, Ted, for treating me with respect and genuine kindness. You and Marty are a treasure to the city of Detroit and to me personally. My condolences to the family as we pray you are comforted by the Holy Spirit during this time of loss.
Debbie Vernon
March 5, 2019
Sending love and prayers to your family. Ted and my Papa Stan Vernon were friends, Id met him and Molly when I was a young girl.
Linda Pilon
March 5, 2019
Condolences to the Lindsay Family.I heard of Ted Lindsay when I first was introduced to the Vernon Family in Sarnia Ontario.My daughter Debbie Vernon still remains a Detroit Red Wing fan.
Decaire decaire
March 5, 2019
I would like Ted`s family to know that my father Leo Decaire ( nickname) Dumi and Deek) from Kirland Lake, Ontario Canada were very good friend`s. My father worked at the Brewers Retail Store in Kirkland Lake and Ted at that time in the summers represented a type of beer. I remember your dad when I was 4 years old he use to come over to our home on Wilson Avenue. He left me a pair of old hockey gloves as I like to play hockey. My father was from the Mattewa Reserve in Mattewa, Ontario. My family have a picture of your dad and him, in the picture your dad has a 1944 Ford, Coupe and my father has a team of horses. I have a home in Florida and I tried to get a whole of your dad but was not successful , Dan Maloney of the Toronto Maple Leafs was a good friend of mine, I tried to get a whole of him for help, but did not get a response, then I found out he died suddenly of cancer. I wanted to meet your dad and show him the picture and talk with him and update him about his friend my father. Sorry it did not happen. It would have made him happy. Please reply if you wish, I am in Florida until now until April 01st, 2019. My dad and I would watch him play. He will be missed by many. tks. My Florida phone number is 1-239-471-0802. Sent through my wife`s E-Mail address.
March 5, 2019
Sorry for your loss May God of all tender mercy comfort you in your times of sadness
P D
March 5, 2019
sorry to hear of your loss, it is never easy to lose a loved one. I pray you find comfort in God"s promise at John 6:40 which says; that soon we will see all our loved ones again. my deepest and sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Craig Johnson
March 5, 2019
The epitome of what a teammate should be. Your legacy will live on forever.
David MacDonald
March 5, 2019
I worked with two of Teds sons (Ted and Kenny ) at Queens University in the 1980's. No bigger compliment can be said to a father than the character of his sons. Thank you for all your have done for hockey, the communities where you lived, and all those that watched from afar.
Christine John
March 4, 2019
Rest in peace Ted. You will be missed.
Alan Katovich
March 4, 2019
I met Ted at card shows I did in the 1990s and he was a true gentleman. A couple of years ago I sent him a card to sign and mentioned that I did shows with him in the 1990s and which shows, and he sent a note thanking me for the request and thank my wife who use to help with the autographer signing. A truly sweet man and one who will be missed. Thank you for your kindness and grace.
Bruce Eames
March 4, 2019
I grew up watching Ted, Gordie and the Red Wings both on TV and in person. That was true Hockey. My best to his family and the great memories that he provided many fans. Rest in peace, Ted.
March 4, 2019
My deepest condolences to the family of Mr Lindsay,May the God of comfort be with you at this time..
Hockey Fan
March 4, 2019
Never had the opportunity to see Ted play, but I really enjoyed his television analyst work in subsequent years. And also the stories of his Hall of Fame caliber contributions to those legendary Wing teams.
Rest in Peace, Ted.
March 4, 2019
I'm a Boston Bruins fan and remember "Terrible Ted" from the good old days of the original six. A classic player, good guy and a tribute the way Hockey should be played.
Marko Lamancyzk
March 4, 2019
My Dad played against Him - mentioned of the all-time greats, Thoughts for the Family.
Raymond Louis Opezzo Opezzo
March 4, 2019
Every NHL hockey player should thank Ted for his work and sacrifice with the Player's Association. His grit and determination paved the way for others to benefit.
Raymond Opezzo
March 4, 2019
My idol growing up in Detroit during the Fifties and wearing #7 as well. R.I.P. Ted
Carl Kudla
March 4, 2019
I met TED and his wife many years ago, at a CHARTER MEMBER DINNER of Mt.Clemens Bank. Over the years we were at numerous locations throughout the Metro-Detroit area, always having sports conversations, never to be forgotten. As years passed, both of us resided in Rochester Hills and were members of St. Anne Parish. He religiously attended the Saturday 5:00 Mass. I'm very fortunate to have autographed collectibles from Ted.
I have a large network of fans and friends, many in the sports world, hoping to be there at the upcoming days with some of us 'old-timers' sharing stories, memories. "GOD BLESS" TED, one of kind in the history of Detroit.
Carl ' THE UMP' (retired) Kudla
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