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Theodore Shaw Obituary
passed from this world on Friday, Aug. 17, 2012. Ted was preceded in death by his parents, David L. and Lucile Shaw. He is survived by sisters, Barbara Wilt, Seattle, Wash., Beth Walls, Levelland, Texas, Lynn (Joe) Yakubik, San Antonio, Texas; brother, Jon (Jennifer) Shaw, Green; nieces, Angie Wilt, Amanda (William) Heath, Elizabeth Yakubik, Hanna, Matthew and Jonathan Shaw and best friends, Frank Stefan and Walter Molohosky.
Ted was born in Wadsworth, Ohio on Dec. 16, 1960. He was a graduate of Akron Public Schools and The University of Akron with a BA of Geology and BS in Biology. He also earned numerous graduate credits in Applied Mathematics and Statistics. Ted's work life led him through a variety of life experiences including construction, carpentry, cooking, music and gardening. His love of knowledge led him to teach Civil Engineering at the Agricultural Technical Institute at The Ohio State University, Computer Science at Brown Mackey College, and Biology and Medical Terminology at Stark State. Ted was an artist, musician, gardener and avid reader. Ted prided himself in being the only person he knew who "never owned a cell phone". Ted enjoyed leafy green plants and was a life member of the American Fern Society since 1982.
Arrangements by Schlup-Pucak include visitation on Thursday and Friday, Aug. 23 and 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. with a time of sharing on Friday evening. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Stark County, 408 Ninth St., SW, Canton, OH 44707.
Schlup-Pucak Funeral Home, 330-745-3131
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Memories and Condolences
for Theodore Shaw
The Tubbs
October 2, 2012
My husband had the great fortune of having Ted add a teacher for a and p during his freshman year at Stark State in downtown canton. He raved about what a great teacher he was and we were both looking forward to having him for medical terminology. Such a tragic loss. rest in peace.
Wayne Gipson
August 28, 2012
Wished I could of spent more time with Ted in our adult years. Could of learned alot from him.He meant more tome then he thought. Childhood friends remind you of who you are and where you came from and with each passing of a childhood friend I lost a part of me. I don't think I will ever see a man pass with more honor and courage I will miss you Ted
Donna Pontius Shaver
August 27, 2012
I was very sad to hear of Ted's passing. Prayers to the Shaw family.
Kari Miller Solosky
August 24, 2012
You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Rhonda Dahlheimer
August 23, 2012
I was shocked to find out about Ted's passing. I will miss the times we spent talking about organic gardening and farming while we worked together at Stark State College.
Jalen Duffie
August 23, 2012
I still cannot believe that Ted is no longer with us. He was one of the greatest professors that I have ever had and I was privileged to learn from him. He was an an extremely fun professor to talk to and was very knowledgeable. I really looked up to Ted and I was eager to walk into his class every day not only to learn, but also to talk to a very cool and down to earth guy. Now that he is gone, I can only look back on the great times that I had with Ted Shaw, a man that I truly respected and looked up to. RIP Ted and thank you for increasing my knowledge and preparing me for future scholastic endeavors.
David Hurte
August 23, 2012
I was very sad to hear of Ted's passing. I was also a kid growing up on Brookside. I feel a great deal of sorrow for Barb, Beth,Jon, and Lynn. We sure played a lot of basketball in the Shaw backyard.
Sharon Hurte-Robinson
August 22, 2012
To the wonderful Shaw family,
So sorry for your loss. Ted was always very kind to me when I was a kid. I wish I would have ran in to him later in life just to say "hello"
August 22, 2012
I am shocked and deeply sadden to learn of Ted's passing. I enjoyed getting to know Ted as a co-worker at Stark State College. I had some of his Early College medical terminology students in my A&P class. They would light up when his name was mentioned. He cared. Ted made a difference in this world. My sympathy to all his family. You are in my prayers.
August 22, 2012
Ted was a great teacher and will be sadly missed. RIP.
Michael Gruich, D.C.
August 22, 2012
I had a lot of fun conversations with
Ted as I worked with him at Stark State. So sad to see you part with us. Last year you asked me to take pictures of the house you grew up in in Wadsworth, so glad I did now. All those at the "White Building" in Canton will miss you.
Caryl Tickner
August 22, 2012
I had the absolute pleasure of knowing Ted as a colleague in the Biology Department at Stark State. He was a man of MANY interests and a wonderful teacher. He was well-versed in a wide variety of areas and our conversations always led to unexpected places. Condolences to the family; he is missed.
Toni Curry Hicks and family
August 22, 2012
To Lynn and Family, Sending our condolences and deepest sympathies on the loss of your brother.
Hope Yacklin
August 22, 2012
I was one of Professor Teds Medical Terminology Students. He had a different personality that made him memorable & he shared very interesting stories. One of my favorite professors from the Early College Program. Even though I only knew him a short time- he will be missed by myself and the EC community. R.I.P. Ted.
August 22, 2012
To the Shaw Family,
Thinking of you at this time. Cherish the memories you had with him - from what I have read - they will make you laugh. I remember Ted as a grade schooler and from FPPC. Rest assured he is now with your mom and dad. God Bless,
Jona Duncan Rohrs
Shirley Dominik
August 22, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with Ted at Stark State College. He will be truly missed by all! My thoughts are with the family.
Renee' Lilly
August 22, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with Ted at Start State College. He loved teaching and often worked between semester providing academic advising. He was always excited to help new students who expressed an interest in science and biology. He will be missed by many.
June Gipson
August 22, 2012
I grew up with Ted on brookside. He always had a smile on his face everytime I seen him in our adults years! I remember when him and Frank made a bet to see who could not get their hair cut, and well we know Ted won. I am sorry that he is gone, he will be greatly missed!
Sally Patton Spears
August 21, 2012
So sorry to see another member of the class of '79 gone from this world. RIP, Ted.
August 21, 2012
sorry for the families loss he was a great teacher,,,
Mark Wilt
August 21, 2012
He seemed to discover a new interest every month or so, but unlike most people, he'd follow this interest to a good end: a college degree, a fern garden, a garage band, or a job.
Ted was a musician, a botanist, a geologist, a teacher, a statistics guy. He was man of many accomplishments: a renaissance man.
Denise Featherstone nee Giffin
August 21, 2012
My dear pal, i will never forget you! Thank you for the 48 hours xx
Carol Harris
August 21, 2012
" Never owned a cell phone" I remember him saying he wanted that statement to be mentioned!! Thank you Ted for giving us the chance to say goodbye and remember the good time we shared. He will be missed, and never forgotten. Wally, my heart goes out to you and all the Shaw family.
Andrew Karam
August 21, 2012
One of the most interesting men I have ever got to no. From talking about construction to science. I will definitely miss the conversations.
Barb Stefan-Cursio
August 21, 2012
Ted.... I will miss you SO much! Holiday dinners and Halloween will never be the same "you know".
The Staff & Families of Schlup-Pucak Funeral Home
August 21, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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