Mr. Theodore "Ted" Ammon, 83, passed from this life Thursday, December 22, 2011 in Starkville, Mississippi.
Mr. Ammon served as band director for Pearl Junior High School, Cleveland High School, McComb Junior High School and Amory High School.
Visitation is 10:00am-12:00pm Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home in Pearl. Graveside services will follow at 3:00pm in the Natchez City Cemetery.
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December 15, 2021
School
Mike Lucy
It is December 2021 and I just found this. I am authoring a book that includes a long section about my time spent with Ted Ammon. I started playing trombone under him in the fourth grade in Cleveland. He guided us all so very well during the four years that he was "my" band director. Under his tutelage, I never lost a challenge to my first chair ranking. When we moved from Cleveland, I only lasted in school band two years, because they were so far behind what Mr. Ammon taught us. I still play trombone at 68, but just to amuse myself. Every time I pick up my horn, I think of him and "The Chicken Heart That Ate New York City" or The Man Turned Inside Out." He worked us hard but then he gave us fun times as well. He taught us that if we want something, really want something, we must work for it. There are no shortcuts to success. I love Mr. Ammon because he was not just a teacher, he was a shining example of what a leader should be, and he was a friend when one of his students needed a friend. As a boy named Lucy, I needed his friendship quite a bit. You have been missed by me Mr. Ammon and you will be missed by me until the day I die.
It may very well be that no one ever reads this, but it is the only way I know of to honor a man that deserves honor.
July 16, 2018
Student
John Blair
I'll always be one of Ted's Bugger Bears!!! On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight. Ted was the scout oath personified; we ALL Love him. LuuuuuKe......
August 13, 2012
Tom Robertson
Mr. Ammon was a wonderful scout leader at Camp Kickapoo in the 1960s. He had a positive influence on many of us growing up in Missisippi in what seemed back then as turbulent times. But looking back on it, people like Mr. Ammon made growing up in MS a pretty good experience.
July 1, 2012
Aubrey Turner
I was just thinking about Mr. Ammon the other day. I hate that wasn't in the loop about his passing or I would have been there. There was always a song that reminded me of him "The Leader of the Band." he was such an influence in my life and a unique man whom I will never forget. His talent was limitless and his love for music and teaching touched so many lives. May you rest now after a full life of teaching so many minds.
January 19, 2012
Thad Hopper
I have great memories of Mr. Ammon leading Troop 124 and the McComb Junior High Band. Peace Mr. Ammon.
January 15, 2012
Marcus Nelson
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 6, 2012
Jon Hill
My life was enriched permanently by Ted Ammon. I know that many, many more who played under him at Cleveland High School feel the same way. Ted's gone yet his legacy lives on. R.I.P.
January 5, 2012
Richelle Worley
I am saddened to hear of Mr. Ammon's passing. I pray peace and comfort for his family.
Some of my fondest memories in life are of Mr. Ammon grooming Us, Pearl Jr High band members to become award winning champions. I also have very fond memories of those summer band camps. What awesome memories!
December 27, 2011
Todd Sims
I had some of the most influential times in my life with Mr. Ammon: Jr. High Band Camps, he inspired my love of all kinds of music (and to major in Music) and his wild and crazy humor. So along “Fearless Leader”
December 26, 2011
Gene Price
Ted was the beloved Provisional Troop Scoutmaster at Camp Kickapoo near Clinton, MS for many summers where I was one of his Scouts and served on staff with him. Then in McComb we were Scoutmasters together, and he took the troop to Kickapoo for many more summers even after he moved to Pearl. Ted will be fondly remembered by many former Boy Scouts.
December 25, 2011
Missy Davis Miller
As a gawky skinny preteen, Mr. Ammon made me feel valuable and that I was capable of doing anything that I put 100% of myself into. I would have hung from the rafters to please him and do my best. He was an amazingly gifted teacher who truly loved his students and invested in them. God richly blessed those of us who sat under his direction. So very sad to hear of his passing. My prayers are with his family.
December 25, 2011
Tammy Jones
Thanks for all your hard work with us crazy teenagers! I loved junior high band! You will be missed Mr. Ammon!!
December 24, 2011
Todd Rosamond
December 24, 2011
Todd Rosamond
Mr. Ammon was a great influence in my life as a beginning musician. He opened the door for me to the world of music, and instilled in me a work ethic that demanded nothing less than 100% of myself....100% of the time. I'll cherish those memories forever! He is greatly missed.
December 24, 2011
bill greer
mr. ammon lived across the street from me although i was not in the band i was always welcomed over. the time he took up with me will truly be some of my greatest memories. i thank him for that my prayers go out to jay.
December 24, 2011
Charles McCall
Did my practice teaching with Ted while at Delta State and thoroughly enjoyed it. He was a tough taskmaster but it was worth it. There was nwver a dull moment!
December 24, 2011
Shelly Richardson-Vance
He helped instill the love of music in so many young hearts. With his seriousness, sternness and sometimes silliness, he taught a lot of us about perseverance and dedication and to never accept less than 100% of ourselves in what we do. You will be greatly missed Mr. Ammon!
December 24, 2011
Ted Solomon
He was a major force in teaching us how to appreciate all kinds of music. His wonderful spirit of fun, teaching and enjoying his students made him a popular person to all students. He made a big difference in many, many students lives. Thanks Mr. Ammon
December 24, 2011
Ted Solomon
He was the man who gave the gift of music appreciation to many, many students. Thanks Mr. Ammon for a wonderful life
December 24, 2011
Marc Johnson
Mr. Ammon was my predecessor at Pearl J.H. Since he retired from teaching in 1990 until this very day, there are teaching methods he developed still in use by the band staff. It is a privelage to have know him both as a friend and colleague. Wishing his family the very best.
December 24, 2011
Jeffrey L Johnston
My prayers are with your family. Mr. Ammon will surely be missed.
December 24, 2011
Jackie Collins
He influenced many young people's lives in a positive way. Too sad there are not teachers of his quality in the schools today.
December 24, 2011
Joe Reiff
Sorry--in my haste to post last night, I left out a word: the song Mr. Ammon taught us at Camp Kickapoo is "Just plant a watermelon seed upon my grave and let the juice run through."
December 23, 2011
Angela Walley Oelschlaeger
I will never forget the day he told us that if he found the insides of our clarinet dirty, he would clean it out with a piece of bread and make us eat it! That was a great incentive for keeping our instruments clean. He was indeed the best.
December 23, 2011
Jenny Brown
So sorry to hear this. Truly an amazing man. Loved going to Camp Beaver in the summers and hearing the ghost stories!
December 23, 2011
Sherry Branning- Norwood
Mr.Ammon was one of a kind. He always made me laugh. He will be missed but Im sure heaven sounds a little bit louder today, Im sure hes playing his music with a smile on his face :)
( Pearl Junior high 85-87)
December 23, 2011
Michael Speer
Mr. Ammon was one of my favorite teachers while at Pearl Junior High. My condolences to all his family and friends.
December 23, 2011
Joe Reiff
Mr. Ammon also served for years as the provisional ("Bugger Bear") troop leader at Camp Kickapoo in the summers and led the campfire every night. He told some great stories and led singing. I'm sure he is now leading a chorus of "Just plant a watermelon seed upon my and let the juice run through." Wonderful man.
December 23, 2011
Jeanie Wood
He inspired so many students to do their best. Mr. Ammon will be missed. My condolences to his friends and family.
December 23, 2011
Amy Hicks King
May you rest in peace, Mr. Ammon...
December 23, 2011
Jeff Johnston
So many fond memories of Mr. Ammon. Such a hilarious man. He will surely be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
December 23, 2011
Robert Holston
Good man
December 23, 2011
CoAnn Sims Ressler
Mr. Ammon was a great family friend that will be missed. His loyalty was unmatched.
December 23, 2011
Bill Sultan
He was our band director in Cleveland and led us to triple Superior at Sate. He was a great band director and provided many hours of fun with his group hypnotism. Most of us faked it, but it was very memorable. We wish his family the best.
December 23, 2011
Louise Coney Toney
My thoughts are with his family. He was a Band Director here in Belzoni years ago, but he was a friend of mine from the late forties when I lived in Ferriday. May he rest in the Peace of the Lord.
December 23, 2011
May you find comfort from the God of All Comfort.
December 23, 2011
Lisa Dodd
I always wanted to do my best for Mr. Ammon. I will never forget his dedication and those baby blue eyes that would look over the top of his glasses to let you know either that you had played it better than ever before or that you needed to listen a little better to correct the flat pitch. He was a great band director....pretty sure they don't make them like him anymore. Very sad to hear of his passing.
December 22, 2011
The Staff of Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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