Lynn O. "Pete" Teems

After a courageous battle with ALS, Lynn O. "Pete" Teems, age 76, of Gas City, passed away at 2:10 pm on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, in his home. He was born on July 2, 1949, in Toledo, Ohio, to Keith and Lela (Thurber) Teems. On February 1, 1973, he married Sharon "Sherry" Haynes, who survives.

Pete was a proud graduate of Douglas MacArthur High School and honorably served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. As a crew chief mechanic, he worked on KC-135 and other military aircraft, concluding his service at Grissom Air Force Base. After his military career, Pete worked in machine repair at Delco Remy until his retirement.

He had a deep passion for building and machinery and was known for his exceptional skills in crafting and repairing. Pete enjoyed spending time with his grandson, creating handmade Christmas ornaments, potholders, jewelry, and even repairing watches and clocks. He also loved metal detecting and rebuilding anything he could get his hands on. Pete and Sherry served as foster parents from 1988 to 2012. Together with Theresa, they were affectionately known as the "Three Musketeers" due to their close bond and shared commitment. Pete was also a devoted member of the Church of God of Prophecy.

In addition to his loving wife of 52 years, Sherry, survivors include his sons, Jeremy (Celest Dunbar) Teems, Travis (Amber) Teems, and Gabe (Misty) Teems; daughter, Heather Teems; grandsons, Cameron Teems, Latham Teems, Kohen Teems, William O. Teems, and Julian Teems; granddaughter, McKayla Hofstetter; brothers, Keith (Ginger) Teems and David D. (Eddy) Teems; sister, Noma Love; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Keith R. Teems; mother, Lela O. Teems; and sisters, Candy Layman and Lorna DeRousse.

In accordance with the family's wishes, there will be no public visitation or service.

Arrangements are entrusted to Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral & Cremation Service, Storey Chapel, 400 E. Main St., Gas City, IN.

Memorial contributions may be directed to ALS Association Indiana Chapter, 7202 E. 87th St., Ste. 102, Indianapolis, IN 46256.

Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com.