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Theodore E. MOLITOR

1926 - 2018

Theodore E. MOLITOR obituary, 1926-2018, St. Paul, MN

BORN

1926

DIED

2018

Theodore MOLITOR Obituary

1926-2018 Passed away on July 11, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, Cecelia and Leo T Molitor; brothers, Richard and David Molitor; granddaughter, Kelsey Anne Molitor. He is survived by wife Irene; three children, Tom (Georgie), Anne and Tim (Lynn); five grandchildren, Chris, Mike, Kelly, Drake and Drew, and four great grandchildren. Also survived by brother, Lee (Vienno) and many Molitor nieces, nephews and grand N&N. Theodore Effertz Molitor was born in Young America, Minnesota, on May 26, 1926. He was the oldest of four boys to Cecelia and Leo T. Molitor. Ted was an awarded athlete, a WWII Navy veteran and Reservist, a distinguished teacher, a renowned coin collector and yet the 3 F's dominated his life: family, friends, and faith. He was married for 65 years to the love of his life, Irene. A special thank you to the staff and nurses of Cherrywood and Fairview Hospice for their wonderful care and kindness of Ted and family. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM, Tuesday, July 17, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, (2048 Hamline Ave N. Roseville). Visitation at 9 AM until start of service. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Rose of Lima School and Minnesota Academy of Science are preferred.


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Published by Pioneer Press on Jul. 15, 2018.

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Joe W

December 4, 2018

I had Mr. Molitor for Chemistry in 1976, he was a great teacher. I ran into him at Schoonover body shop one day, he was trying to get the rust on his orange Volkswagen Squareback fixed. I asked him, "how are you doing?", he said," Good, I have a car now."

Time it was and what a time it was, it was....

Elsa & David Schafer

July 27, 2018

We will always remember Ted as being a great teacher, friend and bridge player. We laughed at his corny jokes and treasured his profound wisdom. We remember running into him in Bavaria Germany on 9/11. Ted, it seems, is everywhere. Our deepest condolences to Irene and the family. He was truly a remarkable gentleman

Ted at the lake

Elsa Schafer

July 27, 2018

Ed Hessler

July 19, 2018

Ted was a colleague and friend whom I admired and respected immensely. I enjoyed conversations with him about chemistry and more broadly teaching/science education. He showed me many kindnesses including giving me a few coins. I'm pleased to have known him. His life was well lived.

Kris Visel

July 18, 2018

Mr. Molitor was a wonderful man. I often think of him and his Chemistry class at Ramsey. I credit him with my love of Chemistry. One of my favorite teachers ever!! My condolences to his family.

July 17, 2018

Mr. Molitor was my Chemistry teacher when I was a Junior at Ramsey. He was a great teacher who gave his best to his students. I still remember him tasting all the soap we made in class. It had to taste right to pass. I am sorry for your loss.
John Mattson - Alex. Ramsey Class of '76

Gayle Ross

July 17, 2018

I loved Mr Molitor and have thought of him often. I would run into him at Har Mar occasionally. Even saw him at a TWINS game after his knee surgery; he was there to watch his nephew play at the Metrodome. He always took the time to stop and talk.

Sue Leaf

July 16, 2018

Ted was one of the vibrant, interesting personalities that makes the world so rich. He was my dad's (Paul Busch) hunting partner. Dad was always chipper on the Saturdays that he'd hunt with Ted. Dressed for a day in the field, he and Ted, and the "hunting dog", a dachshund, who may have been named Frieda, headed out to Hugo to tromp in the corn stubble and maybe down a pheasant or two. But really, the bird was immaterial. The two just enjoyed being out together.

Condolences to you, Molitors. He was a fine, fine man.

robert Alexander

July 16, 2018

Chemistry with Jon Asp, then Paul Finegan..."The solution to pollution is dilution" and hearing about his nephew Paul, of whom he was so proud. Mr. Molitor, thank you for being a great teacher. God Bless and rest in peace.

Nicole Alleva-Dickey

July 16, 2018

Mr. Molecule, er, Mr. Molitor was a fabulous teacher and a truly nice person. I enjoyed his class and his sense of humor. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed!

Dan Lindblade

July 16, 2018

Ted was a fantastic teacher and made learning about science so much fun. So sorry to hear of his passing. A life well lived.

Vicky Autrey

July 16, 2018

My Uncle Ted was the most kind and gentle soul. He loved life, searching for years to pull together our family ancestors, giving us all a gift of family I will always carry that gift. He loved his family and was a role model for all of us.He will be missed greatly and loved forever.

Curt Kehr

July 15, 2018

Ted was my chemistry teacher and track coach. Because of Ted I chose chemistry as a career and ended up with a degree in chemical engineering. My career included extensive Environmental work. As a track coach I've always felt he coached a full second of my hundred yard dash time, about 9%, a truly remarkable reduction. Always admired and appreciated, one of the great teachers in my life . - Curt Kehr

Jan Moss

July 15, 2018

I'll always have fond memories of Mr. Molitor from my days at Ramsey. An excellent teacher who made learning interesting, and just an all around nice guy who was very friendly and approachable. I'm glad to have known him and send my best to all of his family.

Rita

July 15, 2018

Condolences to you Irene and your family Ted will be remembered fondly.

Bob Cardinal

July 15, 2018

Mr. Molitor was my favorite H.S. teacher...by far... he made the class fun and really helped me out...
R.I.P. and may all your family and friends find peace soon...

Barb K

July 15, 2018

Best teacher EVER!!!

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2048 Hamline Ave N. , Roseville, MN

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