John Eugene Teele

John Eugene Teele obituary, St. Augustine, FL

John Eugene Teele

John Teele Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Craig Funeral Home on Apr. 29, 2025.
John Eugene Teele, a resident of Saint Augustine FL passed away on Wed April 23, 2025 at Flagler Hospital at the young age of 69.
He was a loving husband, father, brother and friend to many. He is survived by his loving Wife Peggy Teele with children - David, Jamie, Randall, Katie, Ben, and Brenda. Son-in-laws Keith and RJ. Grandchildren- Annamarie, Ryan, Hayden. Sister(s)- Marjorie and her husband Gary, Chyra and husband Bruce. And several nieces and nephews.
Everyone knew him as Gene. He was predeceased by his parents, John Teele and Martha Manning, and a sister Mary Morton.
Gene absolutely loved going to the beach, long car rides aka "road trips", anything Superman and working out. Gene was also a US Navy Veteran in which he served 6 years and 10 months active duty. Gene was awarded National Defense Service Metal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with one bronze star and First Good Conduct Award as well as Honorable discharge.
Gene wanted to be swimming with the dolphins one day, maybe after a celebration of life, date TBD, he just might get his wish.

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