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Roberto Aguon Teodosio
1955 - 2014
Roberto Aguon Teodosio
1955 - 2014
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BORN
1955
DIED
2014
Roberto Teodosio Obituary
After a brief battle with cancer, Robert Aguon Teodosio, 58, passed away softly in his sleep on September 22, surrounded in spirit and in person by those who love him. Born on Guam to Laura and Inocentes Teodosio, Robert was the second oldest of the six siblings.
A lifelong martial arts enthusiast, Robert founded the North Seattle Branch of Universal Kempo Karate Schools Association. He was the kind of instructor that taught more than just the physical art. He influenced students by his example as he treated them with respect, kindness and a true Kempo spirit. Robert also trained in Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu where his indomitable spirit and humor gained him many friends.
Fortunate to have found his career passion as a writer and editor, Robert enjoyed his jobs at the Pacific Daily News, Guam Tribune, Renton Reporter, and at the Shoreline and Seattle school districts.
Robert’s beliefs were centered around the practice of kindness to all and he lived his life with patience, compassion, and an unfailing love for family and friends. He is survived by his wife and friend, Tammy, his five children and their spouses, Selena Pippenger, Susan and Rico Ordonio, Eric Teodosio, Dylan Teodosio, and Tally Teodosio, and his five grandchildren Tyler Yamamoto, Lily Ordonio, Ka’ani Ann, Ki’ana Ellen, and Eric Teodosio II, his brothers and sisters and spouses, Junior and Nieva Teodosio, Linda and Benson Edward, Romeo and Donna Teodosio, Ronnie and Socorro San Agustin, Lucy and Michael Gandara, and his many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, and numerous friends.
Memorial donations can be sent to the family at PO Box 88262 Seattle, WA 98138.
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Tim Rock
December 7, 2014
Robert was a great person to work with and socialize with. The song must be right, the good die young. Was wonderful knowing Robert.
I will always love and miss you big brother
Lucy Gandara
October 22, 2014
Hanging out with the ladies
Lucy Gandara
October 22, 2014
A lot of laughing going on that night!
Lucy Gandara
October 22, 2014
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Brothers grubbing on burgers and having a great time
Lucy Gandara
October 22, 2014
Enjoying a juicy burger at Slaters 50/50 in Anaheim Hills, CA
Lucy Gandara
October 22, 2014
Robert with brother, Ron, and granddaughter, Lily
Lucy Gandara
October 8, 2014
Acie Jo Cruz
October 5, 2014
Sue & family.. Our deepest condolonces to you for the loss of your dad. It gently reminds me that our dads are the same age & time is so precious. I want to give you a big hug! May the memories of him always bring you comfort. You, Selena, Eric & the rest of your family are in our prayers. Love you!
-ace & joey
karal soto
October 1, 2014
To the Teodosio Family,
Very Sadden to hear the news of Robert passing, I pray for comfort and peace for his family during this difficult time, with love Auntie Karal.
Arlene Pena
September 29, 2014
To My friend of 37 years, May you rest in peace, I know this is not the end of life, we will meet up again, and carry on with a conversation, as always.
To Tammy, Susan, Selena, Dylan and Tally, and spouses. My condolences goes out to you, you are all in my prayers.
Arlene Pena
Dad and Susan
September 28, 2014
Hiking Otter Falls (Eric, Dad, Susan)
September 28, 2014
Susan Ordonio
September 28, 2014
Hi Dad,
It's me again... I like writing to you here. It's therapeutic. Now that the hustle and bustle of planning your service is nearly over, it's quieter here than I like. I find myself wanting to talk to you - to ask you if you liked the pilot of Gotham, or if you've had dinner yet. To find out if you want to BBQ this weekend, or how karate was. I think you would have liked the service yesterday, and you would have been so proud to see how all the aunties came together to prepare the food for the reception. Not to mention the L&L catered food from the NW Kempo Ohana. I am sure I can see your double eyebrow pump now, indicating your approval. Not that you had any doubt about how it would turn out. Your confidence and faith that it would all work out still astonishes me. But it really shouldn't be a surprise since you attracted people much like yourself to your circle. I'm not sure how much space I can take up here, so I will go now. I know you aren't reading this, but I just want to get it out into the universe. I wish I would have given you more hugs instead of pounding it out and blowing it up. I miss you, dad, and love you so much; and no amount of time will change that.
Me and Grandpa
Tyler Felix Yamamoto
September 28, 2014
September 27, 2014
Sending my love and prayers to you all at this time of dear Robert's passing.
Such a clever, sweet, kind man who dearly loved you all.
That love goes on. It never dies. Feel him near.
You are all in my heart and in my prayers.
Jean Monce Bryant Lake Forest Park, Wa
Kathy Coulehan
September 27, 2014
I now understand Robert better since reading his biography. I always remembered him as such a kind person. We were in the trenches covering not so kind people and situations. Yet he always had that deep sense of respect. May his new found peace bring comfort to his friends and family. My deepest sympathies.
Rod & Tita LaBrecque
September 27, 2014
Tammy and family, please accept our condolences, you're in our thoughts and prayers. Robert was a very kind person, he will be truly missed.
Aimee Miller
September 27, 2014
Rest in Peace, Professor. I know that your body is finally whole and pain free and that you are probably grappling with someone right now :-)
Tally Teodosio
September 27, 2014
Dad, I'm so proud to be your daughter. You've taught me the right morals to live by, pushed me to strive for my goals, and showed me what it looks like to live a life of generosity and genuine kindness. Your journey has been quick, but you handled it how I knew you would, with bravery and grace. I want you to know that you are the reason I am where I am today, and I'm going to work so hard for you to make you proud; I already promised. I love you so much Dad, and I know when I need it, you will be the one to give me a little push or tell me a joke to get me by. Missing you so much already. You'll always have your own special place in my heart.
Roy Hight
September 27, 2014
God be with you, Robert. I still share anecdotes from our time at the old Tribune on Guam.
Garcia Carrilo Family
September 26, 2014
Rest in peace professor Robert thank you so much for all these years of dedication and hard work we will always have you in our minds and hearts thank you for being a part of our lives we will always remember your beautiful smile and your heart warming laugh we think of you as family and we love you
Garcia Carrilo Family
September 26, 2014
Rest in peace professor Robert thank you so much for all these years of dedication and hard work we will always have you in our minds and hearts thank you for being a part of our lives we will always remember your beautiful smile and your heart warming laugh we think of you as family and we love you
Marie Magsayo
September 26, 2014
Our deepest condolences to the family, Robert you will be missed, Rest in Peace
John Kirkland
September 26, 2014
RIP Robert Teodosio. You were one of the kindest and most generous individuals I have been blessed to know in my lifetime. I am grateful for your friendship, and I am so sad to see you taken from the troubles of this world so soon after having dinner with you. My condolences to your family.
John Kirkland
Jeanette Cruz-Moncada
September 26, 2014
To the Teodosio family. Our condolences to you all. He will be deeply miss by all. Great man to have met and know. Our family are praying for you all. God Bless.
Joe and Annie Takano
September 26, 2014
Selena and family are thoughts and prayers are with you all. I never met your Dad but we found that he was my second cousin. Reading the comments, he was truly loved by everyone that knew him.
Selena Pippenger
September 26, 2014
Dad,
I miss you everyday. I know that you will be watching over and guiding me as you have always done, just knowing that comforts me. The memories I have of time spent with you will forever be cherished. I love you.
Mary Fox Suhm
September 26, 2014
My deepest condolences to Robert's family. Prayers and though are with you all as you grieve his loss.
Jessica Oquendo
September 26, 2014
Im really soo sad about what happen.
My condolences to the family.
May he rest in peace with God.
Maybe the creator has a better plan for him.because if he is still alive he will just sacrifice for the pain and it is so hard to think that way.jesus dont want to see him in suffer.i feel so sad but we have to accept for him to be at peace in heaven.
Kindly tell to tito romy and to the family our condolence.i will also pray for the
past recovery of the family i know its not easy but i believe prayers will help. Jessica Oquendo
September 26, 2014
Tammy and family, Robert clearly touched many lives and he will be missed. I am sincerely praying for peace for all of you. And to Susan's note, how sweet is that. Susan, you are correct. There will be all kinds of those "popcorn" moments. Cherish your memories. Pat Plaster
Leslie and Theresa Quinata
September 26, 2014
May our lord embrace you and your family. With sincere condolences, heartfelt sadness, and offering of prayers.
Daniel Eng
September 26, 2014
I met Robert at Seattle Gracie Barra, he attended some my Boxing and Muay Thai Kickboxing classes he was always respectful and was always willing to learn when he had the time or didn't have family obligations. He was always positive and had a smile on his face, so when he told me he had cancer that really saddened me but even then with our conversation he still had a smile and a positive energy about him! In the short time I've know him He was truly and all around great guy that everybody liked! I am thankful and Blessed to have known Robert he will be truly missed! My Deepest Sympathies go out to his friends and family!
Christine Kohler
September 25, 2014
Robert was one of my editors when I was an education reporter at the PDN. I believe Tammy was the police beat reporter. Brian Perry was the political reporter at that time. One day the Guam legislature decided to do a session in Chamorro language-only. Robert covered the legislature that day.I admired him even more. About a year later the same thing happened to me on Saipan after I had become a political reporter. I wished Robert was there that day. Robert was smart and talented and kind. He looked me up on fb this past year when my novel set on Guam came out. He was very supportive. I could tell from posts that his children adore him. Robert will be greatly missed.
John Waltman
September 25, 2014
Instructor Robert always had a smile and kind word. He will be missed by everyone that was blessed to meet him. Praying for his family during this time of loss. God Bless.
Nate Lynch
September 25, 2014
I knew Robert from his time training at Gracie Barra Seattle. He was a very kind man and made everyone feel comfortable talking to him. I had the honor of teaching him some and was inspired with how he took to the sport and continued with dedication. His kind and gentle nature did not make him any less of a fighter, it made him a better one as he was able to approach everything with an open mind and without ego. It was great to see him get his purple belt for all his hard work and how happy he was and we all were to see him get it. He will be missed.
Katherine Cabral-Castro
September 25, 2014
Robert, you will definitely be missed here on earth but your legacy will live on through your five children and six grandchildren and all those who knew you. RIP
joeleen takano
September 25, 2014
Selena,
You are truly your father's child. You learned to be gentle and kind from him. And I know someday you will pass those same qualities to your children. What an honor to be raised by your dad in that way. He will be missed by many and live on through you and your siblings. My sincerest prayers for his safe journey home. See you next weekend. Love, Joe
Susan Ordonio
September 25, 2014
Dad, I miss you. Today Lily smelled popcorn and we thought of you. I know that is just the first of many things that will bring back memories of our time with you. I hope you are able to see all the lives you have touched and the love that surrounds our family because of you. I said to Selena, "Dad had a lot of friends...perhaps I should join more clubs." She said, "Perhaps you should try being nicer." I thought you'd laugh at that little exchange. Anyway, I love you.
September 25, 2014
Please accept our deepest sympathies. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Best regards,
Greg Lyle-Newton and Shaun Vinyard
September 25, 2014
What a big lose we all share. Robert was one of the kindest spirits I have ever had the chance to meet. He brought such a gentleness to any situation. Even though my time with him was brief his spirit will be long lasting for me. My sincerest wishes of peace to his family and friends.
Barbara
Stew Levett
September 25, 2014
Prayers to the family of Robert. I am glad that through Kempo I have gotten to know him over the years. Many times we talked about how age and aches & pains makes it difficult sometimes to continue but we keep fighting on. Little did I know of his final struggles and his warrior spirit to fight on and then turn the battle over to his higher power. You will be missed Robert.
Mike Cranston
September 25, 2014
I am very sorry for your loss. I remember Instructor Robert as a gracious, kind man.
Brian Avery
September 25, 2014
Looks liked you have had a wonderful life and influenced a lot of people. Thanks You.
Frale and Fredrik Oyen
September 25, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to each and every one of you. Robert is and was a lovely person. He will be deeply missed.
David Penn
September 25, 2014
I will miss you, my brother in jiujitsu. It was an honor to share the mat with you. Peace forever.
Christopher Calkins
September 25, 2014
I remember Robert. Fine man. I'm saddened for his family. I'm pleased they had one-another.
ginger sprinkle
September 25, 2014
The world has lost an inspirational and wonderful man, soul and spirit…now watching over us from above. Much love to the Teodosio family...
arvin aguon
September 25, 2014
Adios my primo. Someday we will meet again. Thank you for being an awesome cousin. Adios talo, esta ki' man ali hit talo. SI Arvin Aguon, Humatak
Emily Golden
September 25, 2014
Robert, I love you. Thank you for making my life so much brighter. You have raised amazing children, grabdchildren, and influenced so many lives outside of the family. I am honored to have been your friend.
Wayne B
September 25, 2014
I trained with Robert through Gracie Barra BJJ. He always had great advice to share and was a great sparring partner. He will be missed in the community.
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