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Theodore Speros Obituary


Theodore R. Speros, age 83, of Erie, formerly of Lakeside Dr., passed away Sunday, July 27, 2014. He was born in Cambridge Springs, Pa., on April 8, 1931, son of the late George and Maude Speros.

Ted was employed at Hammermill/International Paper for 42 years, until his retirement. He was a great golfer and enjoyed many golf trips to Myrtle Beach with his friends. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman.

Ted is survived by his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth "Betty" Speros; two sons, Rick Speros (Ki Suk) of Erie and Michael Speros of Sacramento, Calif.; one brother, George Speros of Florida; three grandchildren, Dennis Speros, Denise Comi (Tom), Lisa Speros; four great-grandchildren, Hunter, Autumn, Mia and Tessa.

Ted was preceded in death by one sister, Peg Speros.

Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., 2607 Buffalo Rd., on Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until the time of the Funeral Service at 7:30 p.m., conducted by Reverend Stephen Morse, of the First Presbyterian Church of the Covenant. Private interment will be held. To send condolences, visit www.dusckasfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Erie Times-News on Jul. 29, 2014.

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Jiwamalar Perumal

August 15, 2014

For the soul

Amelia Ferritto (Szwarc)

August 1, 2014

Mike, so sad to learn of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nancy Fuchs

July 30, 2014

Mike: My condolences on your dad's passing. He was a good, kind, hardworking man, who will be fondly remembered. Please extend my sympathy to your family.

July 30, 2014

Rick and Kisuk I'm so sorry for your loss and you are both in my prayers.
Your Friend,
Don Rush

dolly salas

July 30, 2014

Rick and family so sorry for your loss.

July 30, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Burkhart Family

Lesley Sinwald

July 29, 2014

So sad to lose Uncle Ted. We will be there tomorrow.

Bev & Tom Ponczek

July 29, 2014

Sending thoughts of love, peace and comfort during a difficult time. And a prayer of Light that Ted has passed into eternity with peace in his heart.

SHARON SMITH

July 29, 2014

TO MIKE;SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR FATHER PASSING.MAY GOD CONTINUE TO SHINE HIS LIGHT ON ALL.BE BLESS!

Michael & Kara DeJohn

July 29, 2014

Dennis, Mia, & Family... Our condolences on the passing of your grandfather. Take comfort in the fact that his spirit lives on in all of you and rest assured that you will see him again. God bless your family....

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2607 Buffalo Road, Erie, PA 16510

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