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Theodore "Ted" Joseph Palecki, 71, of Athens, TN went to be with the Lord on January 22, 2025.
Preceded in death by his parents, David and Julia Palecki; and grandson, Austin Palecki.
Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Tammy Palecki; sons, Matt Robinson (Andrea), Dereck Palecki (Joy); Joe Palecki (Christina); several grandchildren; and many other loved family members and friends.
Ted was an amazing father. He will be deeply missed.
You are encouraged to share a memory of Ted and/or your personal condolences with his family by visiting his memorial webpage and guestbook at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home and the Cody family are honored to assist his family with these arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
400 S White Street, Athens, TN 37303

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