John ("Ted") Poole, 81, died May 26, 2020 at Heartfields Assisted Living in Frederick, after a long illness. Born on Sept. 13, 1938 to Charles W. and Naomi Wachter Poole,

He graduated from Frederick High School.

Ted founded his own business, Signs by Ted Poole, in 1969; that name later was changed to Frederick Sign & Banner, which continues to be operated today. Ted was a past president of the Maryland Sign Association; a life member of the Junior Fire Company in Frederick, active with that organization as a firefighter in the 1960s and 1970s; and a longtime member of Evangelical Lutheran Church in Frederick. In past years, Ted enjoyed local politics and served as an election judge and precinct chairman.

A six-days-a-week commitment to his business didn't leave much free time for Ted in his younger years, but he did enjoy sitting on his front porch and socializing with the neighbors when he had a chance.

Ted was the widower of Patricia Ann Poole, who predeceased him in 2016. He is survived by sisters Janet Houck (husband David) of Frederick and Mary Alice Pruitt (husband Robert) of Baltimore. He also leaves daughters Joanne Baum (husband Richard) of Walkersville and Sharon Hannaby (husband Philip) of Frederick. Grandchildren include Kathryn Hanna (husband Robert), John Amori and Charles ("Chad") Hannaby along with one great-grandchild, Alice Hanna.

The family wants to thank the staff at Heartfields and Hospice for the wonderful care they gave to Ted.

A private graveside service at Mt. Olivet Cemetery is planned. Arrangements are with the Keeney and Basford Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Evangelical Lutheran Church, 35 East Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701 or to the Junior Fire Company, 535 North Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701. Online condolences may be shared at www.keeneybasford.com.

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Published by The Frederick News-Post from May 27 to May 28, 2020.

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JEANIE REEDER

June 3, 2020

JOANNE, SHARON AND FAMILIES, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF YOUR DEAR FATHER.......YOU KNOW HOW MUCH YOUR MOM AND DAD MEANT TO US OVER THE YEARS.....THEY WERE DEAR FRIENDS.....MAY ALL YOUR FAMILY MEMORIES GIVE YOU PEACE.....YOU ALL MEANT THE WORLD TO THEM.....SENDING LOVE AND DEEP SYMPATHY ,

Brenda Youngren

May 30, 2020

Pat and I were so sorry to hear of Ted's passing. I am sure your family misses him greatly. He always seemed to be such a positive person that delighted in his family.

Candy Holly

May 29, 2020

My condolences to Sharon and Family. God Bless.

Rev. Albert Lane

May 29, 2020

To Ted's family,

I really liked Ted Poole as a businessman, a brother in Christ, a family man, and a member of the Frederick community. The last time we spoke was at Frederick Memorial Hospital during one of his shifts as a volunteer.

Dayna and I express our sympathy and love.

May God grant you peace and comfort in your loss. May you be encouraged by many good memories and his faithful witness.

Bert Lane

Dearest Chandler

May 28, 2020

Joann and Sharon, we are so sorry to hear about Uncle Teddy. He was a wonderful man and we will never forget his great laugh and sense of humor. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Dearest, Stuart, Angus and Kent

Joyce Edelen

May 28, 2020

Joann and family,
Our thoughts, prayers and condolences in the loss of your father. May you find peace during this difficult time.
Joyce Edelen
Port Tobacco Chapter NSDAR

Judy Gladhill

May 28, 2020

Dear Sharon, Joann and families, it is with sadness I read of your fathers passing. He was indeed always spirited and it was a pleasure and a privilege for me to spend time with him.
In sympathy and friendship, Judy Gladhill, RN

Elizabeth Brady

May 28, 2020

So sorry for the loss of your dear father.
May God comfort you and give you peace.
Liz & Tom Brady

Betsy Quinn

May 28, 2020

Ted was a dear and kind mentor to me at CNN when I volunteered..

Marcie/Graham Baker

May 28, 2020

We were neighbors of Ted and Pat years ago and we came to know and love them. Our love to Joanne and Sharon and their families. Rest in peace, Ted.

pam j hurwitz

May 28, 2020

long time neighbors of the Poole family. the mills family has fond memories of this family. rest in peace Ted.

Ned Kefauver

May 28, 2020

Rest in peace Ted. You were a good friend. My condolences to the family.

Pam Kirby

May 28, 2020

My deepest sympathies to the Poole family. I remember "Uncle Teddy" as always happy, always smiling. I know he will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time.

Howard & Nancy Strine

May 28, 2020

Our condolences are with you at this time.

Mary Lou Green

May 27, 2020

My deepest sympathy to Mr Poole family.
God bless you at this difficult time!

william lebherz

May 27, 2020

We were once privileged to be neighbors to Ted and his family for a short while a little more than 45 years ago. Our sincere condolences to his family.

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