Ted Sheldon

Prayers for comfort and strength in this time of loss ~ good memories from long ago ~

Ted was already dean of libraries when I started at UMKC in 1986. As a fellow Chicagoan, he took me under his wing, which led to numerous lunches at Fred P. Ott´s down on the Plaza. The "Biggie" was always the favorite for these repasts, but the conversation, rather than the calories, was the real treasure. Ted was witty, brilliant and just a joy to share time with. He will always be remembered fondly and still brings a smile whenever those times together are recalled. Blessings my friend and...

My deepest condolences to you Beverly and your family. Mike and I was blessed to of had him as a client/friend at the University Barber Shop for so many years. He truly will be missed.

He was many good things. He was my best coffee buddy. I would describe him as intelligent and humane, a loving person, a music afficionado (mostly jazz), a great raconteur. A man of great heart who could not stand injustice. Lover of good food, interesting lectures, great books, history, travelling, political debates and most of all his family. In short he was a true Renaissance man. I'm sure he's watching Indiana U's great run from up there with his black labs by his side. I, Jo Anne...

I first met Ted in library school, which would lead to both of us being hired at the University of Kansas. He was a person I regularly turned to for advice while we were at KU, as he would patiently listen and then make suggestions without ever being judgmental. Years after our time at KU I sought his advice about sound recording issues that I was facing at my institution, and he was incredibly generous with his time and knowledge. Sue and I were extremely honored that Ted and Beverly made...