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Ted Smith Obituary

Ted Smith, 74, of Cameron Park, CA, died Wednesday, October 30th, 2013, with family by his side, at Sutter Memorial Hospital in Sacramento, CA, following a valiant fight with cancer. He leaves behind his longtime girlfriend, Marty Sussmann, four daughters, five grandchildren, one great-grandchild and his beloved dog Turbo. Ted was preceded in death by his wife of 39 years, Lily. Ted retired in 2004 after 41 years as a Plant Operations Maintenance Engineer from Sutter Memorial Hospital. He was an avid 49ers and Giants fan. He was a devoted husband, father and friend, and he loved to make others laugh. A Celebration Of Life ceremony will be held in his honor from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm on Sunday, November 17th, 2013, at the Cameron Park Community Center, 2502 Country Club Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682.

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Published by Sacramento Bee on Nov. 10, 2013.

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Shaunna Mulderrig

November 14, 2013

Deepest condolences to all Ted's family and loved ones. He will be missed. It was lovely to see how happy he and Marty were together, and those memories will not be forgotten.

Sandy Kreun

November 13, 2013

Ted was a very nice and pleasant man. I will always remember the Halloween party he had at his house, and his kindness to my cousin, Marty. God be with all of you.

November 12, 2013

You always made me laugh @ work. A great engineer,and a great friend. Your Peds family was so happy you had found Marty to enjoy your retirement years & be by your side until the day you left us. To his family, our deepest sympathy from the Pediatric Department for your loss. Ted was a wonderful man. Carolyn Preble & the Pediatric Dept.

Gaylen Justice

November 11, 2013

You will be deeply missed.

Kevin Brady

November 10, 2013

Uncle Ted never missed a holiday. My parents and I would always laugh when the phone rang on a holiday morning before my dad would pick up the phone, hand it to my mom, and say "Betcha that's Ted." I know that I'll miss those chats with him but will always value the memories. We love you Uncle Ted and you will be missed.

Alisa Smith

November 10, 2013

Blessed to have had you in my life.

Joyce Brady

November 10, 2013

Ted was a loving brother to his sisters,a great brother-in-law and a caring uncle. He is missed by all!

Colleen Shea

November 10, 2013

Uncle Ted you will be missed by all who knew and loved you. You were an amazing father, grandfather, brother and uncle. May you rest in peace. Love your niece Colleen

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