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David Eyre Obituary
"Ted"
1946 ~ 2017
David Ted Eyre, beloved husband, father, brother, son and friend passed away peacefully at his home in Murray, Utah, surrounded by his loving family on August 25, 2017. He was 71 years old. Born August 14, 1946, in Rawlins, Wyoming, to Trulan Orlando Eyre and Louis Catherine Allen Eyre, the youngest of four children.
Ted grew up in Cheyenne, Wyoming, graduating from Cheyenne East High School. He attended Brigham Young University and San Bernardino Valley College, where he received his degree in Aviation Science.
Ted had many passions. His zeal for life was infectious. Two of his greatest passions in life were aviation and people. Both guided him to achieve all of his accomplishments. After enlisting in the U.S. Army, Ted served a tour in Vietnam where he flew a U-21 Ute transport aircraft in the aviation division of the Signal Corps. While attending flight school in Northern California, he met Ruth Peters and fell in love with his sweetheart. Together they built a life of love and support for each other, which would include a 40-year marriage and raising four children.
Ted followed his childhood passion for aviation by becoming an airline pilot for both Western and Delta Airlines. He excelled as a pilot, holding the position of captain for many years before retiring after a 30-year career. Ted's zeal for life continued after the airlines, first by accepting the call to serve as bishop of the Meadows Ward of the Murray Utah South Stake, a calling he loved deeply because of the people he served. His humility and dedication to serving others made him approachable and beloved by his congregation.
On January 7, 2014, Ted was elected by the people of Murray City to become their mayor. Ted's love for the city, its heritage, people and future lead him to become one of its most beloved servants. His impact on the city of Murray both publicly and privately will always be felt. Ted loved all aspects of civic life. His love for the city employees and the Murray residents made him a joy to work with. His humor made him authentic and his dedication to true progress made him an effective leader.
Ted was a story teller. Every day was an experience to be with him. Each day when dropping his children off at school he would always say, "Remember, don't have a good day, have a great day! I love you." Friendships came so easy to Ted; it seems everyone he met immediately become a close friend. He was a father to us all, a hero to his family and will always be missed. The knowledge that he is now with his Father in Heaven and other loved ones reassures us all that we will be together again. We love you, dear father and friend.
Ted is survived by his wife, Ruth; their four children, David (Brandy) Eyre, Shellie Eyre, Amanda (Adam) Faraone and Edward (Rachel) Eyre; five grandchildren, Isabella, Grace, Harper, Maddy and Mckayla; one great grandchild, Kai; brother, Gary (Suellan) Eyre; sisters, Janie (Jack) Romick and Naomi (Doug) Lockheart; and everyone who knew him.
The Eyre family would like to thank the doctors and nursing staff at the Huntsman Cancer Institute and CNS Hospice Care for their unwavering service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Huntsman Cancer Foundation.
A funeral service will be held at the Murray South Stake Center, 5735 S. Fashion Blvd., Murray, Utah on Thursday, August 31, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Friends and family may call on Wednesday evening from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and on Thursday, from 9:00-10:15 a.m., both at the church. Interment will follow immediately at the Murray City Cemetery.
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Pat Gilmore
November 14, 2024
Here it is, seven years after my friend Ted´s death, and I´m just now getting around to leaving a message of remembrance. Ted and I were in the same new-hire pilot class at Western Airlines in 1978. We were furloughed from Western together in 1981 and returned from furlough in 1985, only to pick up our friendship as if nothing had happened and to witness Delta take over Western. We retired together in 2005 as Delta captains! He had the same last name as a friend of mine in the Air Force and I asked him on our first day at Western if he might be related. He wasn´t, but that´s all it took for us to become very close friends for life. We talked about flying, about our families, about our experiences in Vietnam, about life in general. He was arguably and genuinely the nicest person I have ever met, and seven years later I have no qualms saying that I still miss the guy terribly. R.I.P. my friend.
September 9, 2017
My deepest condolences on your immense loss. May God's love and promise of a wonderful future free from death and suffering comfort you at this time of grief (Jeremiah 29:11)
Stuart and Helen Poelman
September 4, 2017
In our brief time of living in Murray we became endeared to Ted and Ruth and enjoyed immediate friendship. The Eyers are such a choice family. We are so sorry to hear of Ted's passing and send our l faith and prayers to Ruth and family. We love you.
Karen Childers
September 1, 2017
We send our deepest sympathy to Mayor Eyre's family. San Bernardino Valley College is proud to call him an alumnus and deeply saddened by the news of his loss.
Winter DeLaMare
August 31, 2017
One of Our Heavenly Father's choicest sons. I will miss him very much. We served together in the Stake High Council when Joyce and I were living in Murray. We just found out about his passing today and are sorry that we were not able to join friends and family to celebrate this good man's life.
Winter and Joyce DeLaMare
We will always remember Ted's zest for life and positive attitude about ev Lynn & Kylene
August 31, 2017
We will always remember Ted's zest for life and positive attitude about everything. I love and prayers go out to Ruth and the family
Yvonne Mackenzie
August 30, 2017
My love goes out to Ruth and her children.It was a great honor to have been there to help Ted .He was a great n loving man, enjoyed his fun remarks n he was good in being teased also.
I will miss him dearly
Yvonne
Greg Stillman
August 30, 2017
Ted and I lived about two blocks from each other in Cheyenne. We would carpool to Primary in the middle of the week. We were in the same grade and went to elementary, junior high, and East high, graduating in 1965 together. At our high school reunions he would tell me that he remembered passing the sacrament together. Always seemed to have a smile and make everyone important to him.
Eric Teran
August 30, 2017
I'll never forget the time years ago at scout camp. We went snow caving up big cottonwood canyon. Like most stupid 14 year olds, I didn't listen to our leaders' advice to stay dry.
Needless to say, that night I was freezing! I woke up and tried to find warmth but couldnt. Ted heard me awake and asked if I was okay. He could see that I was freezing and not happy to be there. Without hesitation, he offered to take me down the canyon. I don't remember what time it was but it had to be like 2am or so.
He was tired and cold too but compassionate enough to take care of my needs first. I don't remember what we talked about on the drive home but I remember feeling cared for and I remember feeling related to. After dropping me off, he went back up the canyon to with his son for the remainder of the night.
I'll always be grateful to him for this. It was a small act but a fond memory. Ted's life was full of small acts that blessed others around him.
My condolences to the whole Eyre family. And to Ed, I love you buddy. May god comfort you in your time of need.
jackie varnadoe
August 29, 2017
Roy and I knew Ted from childhood. Roy and I were so happy to get to visit with Ted at our 50 year class reunion. He will always be remembered as the most handsome, engaging, nicest, guy we ever knew. His life reflects the character of this wonderful man. Love Jackie and Roy Story
Dr. Larry A. Kruger
August 29, 2017
I sincerely appreciate the relationship we at Stevens-Henager College had with Mayor Eyre. He spoke to our students on different occasions and made a positive difference in their lives. He truly cared about people and their success. Thank you Mayor Eyre for the difference you made in the lives of so many people. May his family find peace and comfort at this time of loss.
Stacie Springer
August 29, 2017
Bishop Eyre was the kindest, most caring,loving, giving,unselfish,nonjudgemental person I have ever known. He had so much faith.He was always positive and had faith in Heavenly Father's plan, even when he was sick. I remember him joking around about the estrogen hormones he had to take and how they made him have hot flashes like a women does.He joked that if he started having the urge to shop all the time, then he would start to worry.I always looked up to him and wanted to be more like him. Have as much faith as he had. Bishop Eyre and Ruth loved me and saw me as a Daughter of God, despite my past mistakes that I overcome. They had faith in the Atonement and what it means and reminded me that I was forgiven.I wish more people were like that. That is why Bishop Eyre is one of the greatest men that ever lived.My thoughts and prayers are with Ruth and Shelley, and his family.
Paul Cutler
August 28, 2017
Mayor Eyre was great to work with. He had such a positive attitude about finding solutions to problems. I felt like he had a special personal interest in me--now I suspect everyone felt that way about their friendship with him. I'm lucky to have known him.
Paul Cutler
Centerville Mayor
ted eyre
August 28, 2017
The Eyre Family,
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for all of us who lost a Husband, Father, Grandfather, Sibling, In-Law, & truly the Best Friend any of our circle could have ever had.
To have known & loved Ted & been loved in return is an honor that most could only hope to have been a part of.
He was a true treasure in so many respects to so many people. There will always be a hole in my heart, but the memories will never fade!!!
Bob Weisert - Grand Junction, CO
August 28, 2017
Bishop Eyre was the kindest man I've ever known. He made a deep impression on everyone who came in contact with him, especially children. Because of his work as a Bishop, my family's lives are forever changed. Because of his work as a Mayor, Murray will forever be changed. And because of his work as a human being, the world is forever changed. Ruth, Shellie and everyone in the family - our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Nita Tuitupou
Sheila Wall
August 28, 2017
Ted's positive attitude and always present smile will serve as a never ending example to follow. Our thoughts and love are with the Eyre family at this time.
Stacie Springer
August 28, 2017
He was a great bishop and friend to me.He always called me "kiddo". He knew of my past and the bad decisions I made, and he was one of the few in my ward, along with his wife Ruth, that never judged me and saw me as a Daughter of God. He had so much faith, even when he was sick.I looked up to him for that. He was always there for me when I needed to talk. Bishop Eyre is definitely one of the best men that has ever walked this earth, and he will be greatly missed. I love you Bishop Eyre.
Larry Killips
August 28, 2017
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of our Mayor Mr. Eyre. He fought hard to the end. He was a very good man that gave a smile to everyone he encountered. Though his run as Mayor was cut short, he did his best to fulfill his responsibilities to the City and it's people.
My deepest sympathies, thoughts & prayers to his family. May he rest in peace and God speed. Thank you Ted for being my boss and my friend.
Steve Meyer
August 28, 2017
Ted is the kindest man I have ever known. He is more than a brother to me who I learned so vey much from. He will be with me as long as I live. Susan and I love him and his family with all of our hearts.
Rich Irion
August 27, 2017
It has been such a blessing to know someone as truly good as Ted Eyre. Never an unkind word about another, never afraid to take on a difficult task, never thinking of himself first, never complaining even in the midst of unbearable pain. He truly is one who followed the example of our Savior, Jesus Christ. D&C 138 tells us what he is doing now. He is looking out for the down-trodden, helping share the good word, lifting those around him. He will be missed here but he is needed there. Thank you for blessing so many by your good works and your incredible example.
Dan Lee
August 27, 2017
Bishop, you were a one of a kind. Never in my Iife had the opportunity to have met a man that became so important to me as you. When I wanted to be more Christ like I thought of you and the way you treated the people around you.. you were so loving and understanding to others needs. You (and your wife) made my family feel so welcome in the ward. You are a man I can truly say "I love you" and I wish I was more like you. You will be terribly missed and I have an emptiness in my heart from this news. I am sure the Lord has great plans for you, May God bless you and your family.
With the greatest of admiration and love,
Dan L Lee
Jeff and Belinsa Powell
August 27, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Eyre family.
Kathy Newcomb
August 27, 2017
Never hav e I ever met such a man. He was kind, non-judgemental,loving of all,beautiful smile,giving of his time .Never waiting for a thank you & doing kind acts everywhere he went. Most of the time he remained anonymous. He walked this earth as Heavenly Father would like for all of us to do. Only ONE Ted Eyre, doing the work of many. He will be truly missed & never forgotten. My deepest sympathy for his family & his beloved Ruth.
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