Ted Peddycord

Ted was born at the Monroe Logging Camp in Snohomish County to Ted and Mabel Peddycord at the height of the Great Depression, a fact that molded his life. He graduated from Granite Falls High School, then served in the Korean War. After his service, Ted married Barbara L. Dams and they shared life and love together for the next 56 years. After the loss of Barbara, Ted was given a second chance for love and joy with the joining of his high school friend, Lonnie Selden. Ted graduated from the University of Washington, School of Dentistry, in 1961 and practiced in Everett, WA for 35 years. Highlights in life were the joy and interaction of family, friends, and patients. He had a lifelong thirst for knowledge and learning and hopes he left the world a little better place. Ted's parents, sister Patricia, and wife Barbara preceded him in death. He leaves behind his wonderful children, son Dan and wife Mel Peddycord, son Shannon and wife Cheryl Peddycord, and daughter Paula and husband Gil McNabb, and his seven grandchildren, Cameron, Colleen, Caitlyn, Ty, Keely, Hayden, and Ian, who were the pride and joy of his life. Ted loved to give his grandchildren rides on his tractor when they were little. Ted would like to thank his family, many teachers, friends, helpers, and patients for all the interactions that so enriched his life. He hopes Billy Dozer will finally reach perfection in his bowling quest. His family will miss him dearly as he was a good, honest, and decent man and a loving father, friend, and husband. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Granite Falls Historical Society. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 12:00-2:00 pm at the Granite Falls City Hall and Historical Museum. March 18, 1932 - April 27, 2022