Resident Spotlight for May
May 12, 2019
Name: Theodore “Ted”
Birthdate: July 1, 1927
Siblings: Two younger sisters, one has passed.
Family: Ted is married to Jean (last months spotlight), and he has one son named Gary, a daughter in law, Doris
Jobs: Ted worked in sales, he sold cars, Buick. Loves cars. Also sold orthopedic supplies
Leisure: Ted is easy going and loves to joke around. He enjoys golf, drawing Donald Duck (he’s good at it) and especially loves food!
Pets: “I’m sure I had a dog, every boy had a dog!”
Traveling: “At one time, I was a traveling salesman, I sold orthopedic supplies” I went to Germany, and in the Navy, I went to China, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Sing Tao. Also went to Florida
Significant events in your life: Getting married, having Gary.
Favorite time of year and why: Summer, I like the sun, being tan and warm.
What makes you feel happy: Ted points to his wife, “That woman, I am a lucky guy.”
Important facts: “I’m short, I like good food, I like to drive a good car, I got married in Florida.”
My father: “I think he spanked me once!”
Fun facts: “My mother and sister were nurses. My family owned nursing homes. I love shrimp, saying words backward, and used to watch professor backward. We lived in Florida for a while.”
“I feel good, I’m fortunate to have a good life and partner. And I’m grateful for my son.”
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