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Theodore Joseph Biondo age 79 passed away March 16, 2023 in Celebration, Florida. Ted was born October 26, 1943 in St Louis Missouri. He was the son of Joseph Biondo and Reba Like Biondo. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years Patricia Reed Biondo; son Tony Biondo (Margie) and daughter Laura Skaggs (Brian); grandchildren Michael Biondo (Merrie), Jenny Biondo, Ryan Biondo, Jessica Guedel (Mat), Carrie Skaggs and Hope Hudgins; great grandchildren Olive Biondo and Jack Biondo; sisters Theresa Hutchinson (Les) and Joann Arter; many nieces and nephews.
Ted was valedictorian of Central High School class of 1961 and went on to graduate from St Louis University with a degree in Electrical Engineering. After graduation he worked for McDonnell Aircraft working on the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo programs in the 1960s. He relocated his family to Florida to work on the Gemini Space Program. After time in Florida and California, Ted settled in Rockford IL working for Sunstrand for 30 years until his retirement. After retirement, Ted spent his time trying to keep Rockford's taxes low and education standards high. He was a Winnebago County Board member, Rockford School Board member and Rock Valley College Board of Trustee member.
Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, March 23rd at 2pm Oak Ridge Funeral Care 2425 Havendale Blvd. Winter Haven, FL 33881
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Jim & Sandy Babb
March 25, 2023
Tony, Margie & Hope,
We are truly sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Although Sandy and I never had the opportunity to get to know he and Patricia well, we certainly enjoyed yours and their company at dinner while we were living in Hunters Creek Plantation. I did take the opportunity to phone him on one occasion to discuss his work on the Gemini Space Program. In that regard, we had much in common. He had a full life and lived it well. He will be missed by many. Jim & Sandy Babb
Valeri DeCastris
March 24, 2023
Wow. I just learned this on Facebook from a message Nancy Gdowski sent to Linda Grist Cunningham. What a shock. I don't know if he was sick or not and sadly, I am nearby and could have attended the funeral today had I known. I was also in awe of Ted and his work. Although he was much more conservative politically than I, we were sympatico. I made sure that the Italian community in Rockford knew of and honored his many accomplishments and even stepped out on a ledge personally to praise him in the Rockford Register Star. He and Pat were tough warriors. He gave so much to Rockford and many, many people are very grateful to him for helping stem the growth of our taxes. He was controversial because he spoke out and with authority and that is threatening to some people. I loved him for his unbridled courage. Many many condolences to Pat and his family. God rest his soul.
David Strommer
March 22, 2023
We were shocked when we heard of Ted´s departure. My friend and fellow schoolboard member will be remembered as a lovely and fine man. His service to the Rockford, Illinois area is greatly appreciated and respected. We love you Ted!
Wayne Oldenburg
March 22, 2023
Very pleased to have known and worked with Ted. He was a very fun loving person and I admired him for his work in the Rockford community.
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David Duitsman
March 22, 2023
Ted was my boss, mentor, and friend at Sundstrand; a generous and caring person. A constant source of humor, encouragement, and political viewpoints. Together, we accomplished many things in the area of software engineering. I was blessed to know Ted for those many years.
Jude Makulec
March 21, 2023
Ted was my mentor with school board politics. Beyond his time on the board, he continued to push me to keep the levy flat. It is in large part because of Ted that we have managed to do so for 10 years. He was, and should have been, proud of the money he saved this community by his challenges after the lawsuit was settled. He was also a force behind the successful Kids Win campaign that allowed RPS205 to make improvements in every school building. This community owes a debt of gratitude not only to Ted, but also to Pat for supporting his countless hours invested on the boards of RPS205, the County and RVC.
Bobbi Marks-Cooper
March 21, 2023
My condolences to the family of Ted Biondo. Many great memories of his positive involvement in Rockford, IL. Blessings to all.
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