1931
2014
Age 83
Of Stillwater, MN
Passed away peacefully on March 13, 2014. He was preceded in death by Loving Wife, Edith; Parents, Gust & Marie (Koneczny) Ales; and Siblings, Anne, George, Daniel, & Audrey. Survived by Sons, Michael (Catherine), Richard (JoDee), & Vincent (Mary); Seven Grandchildren, Jordan, Emily, Taylor, Stephanie, Mackenzie, Josie & Cassie.
Ted's parents were immigrants from Poland & Greece. He grew up in St. Paul. He graduated from Mechanic Arts High School in 1950. Over the years, his classmates at the high school reunions retained lasting memories of each other, and some of them still gather for lunch at White Castle on White Bear Ave. Ted served his country in Korea, as a PFC in the Army, and he was awarded a Purple Heart. He always remembered the soldiers that stood alongside him, and some of his countrymen also regularly gather for lunch at White Castle. Ted had a passion for gardening, landscaping, and traveling, but his favorite pastime was just being with family and friends.
Special thanks to the inspirational Staff at Golden Living Center Nursing Home on Greeley in Stillwater, as well as to the wonderful personnel at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis & the VA clinic in Maplewood.
A Memorial Service will be held to honor Ted's life at 12 noon on Tuesday, March 18 at Wulff Funeral Home, 1485 White Bear Ave, St. Paul. Family and friends may gather one hour prior to the service. Interment with military honors will follow at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Our Lady of Good Counsel
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March 18, 2014
Ted was a sweet, wonderful & friendly person. Ted sat at the same dining table with my dad, Omar at Greeley. We will miss him!
Omar, Sue & Gordy
March 18, 2014
Michelle Schelp
Bob Voelz was so sorry to hear about your loss. His stories about Ted have been told for years. Our family knows what a great person he was and how much he'll be missed. Thinking of you all.
Bob's Granddaughter,
Michelle Schelp
March 17, 2014
Ted was a very nice man. He had a unique combination of class, compassion, sensitivity, and social grace. I loved shaking hands with him. He would align his shoulders with yours, look you right in the eye and give your hand a firm, friendly squeeze. He made people feel special. The Ales Family has lost a good man. I am sorry for your loss.
March 17, 2014
Joe Patton
Rick, Mike and Vince,
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad- Ted was such a nice guy and I'm glad I had a chance to visit with him last summer for a bit.
My thoughts and prayers,
Joe
March 17, 2014
Dave & Nita Kreiner
So sorry for your loss. Ted was such a sweet guy. He will be missed.
March 17, 2014
Mark Tomai
Mike, Rick and Vince, so sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
March 16, 2014
Marcy (& Don) Johnson (from 'Club')
March 16, 2014
My sympathy to Michael, Richard and Vincent and their families. So sorry for your loss. He was a special friend and I know he is so happy to be with Edie again. They were a unique pair.
March 16, 2014
Chuck Todora
To Ted's family,
Went to High School with Ted and played football with him. He was one of my best friends back then. He was very well liked by everyone. He will be missed. You as well as Ted will be in our prayers. My Condolences
March 16, 2014
Jim Hirt
My sympathy to Michael, Richard and Vincent. So sorry for your loss. Uncle Ted is the best one arm golfer I know.
Jim Hirt
Gallatin TN
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