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3 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW SOU newspaper The Siskiyou to continue ... SOU begins new tradition with alumni breakfast ... SOU’s 90th commencement Saturday ... SOU newspaper The Siskiyou to continue ... SOU begins new tradition with alumni breakfast ... SOU’s 90th commencement Saturday ... Theodore "Ted" Roberts DailyTidings.com Writer Posted Jun. 8, 2016 @ 2:00 am Posted Jun. 8, 2016 @ 2:00 am » Social News p bs:newslist StartDate="20121121" EndDate="p bs:datecalc Months="3"" DateSort="1" UseObjects="1" ObjectClass="81" Taxonomywords="2324,665" ExactTaxonomyMatch="1" Image="1" Count="4" --> The gardens and bicycle roads of heaven just gained a new rider and caretaker with "Teddy Bear" Theodore Roberts. Theodore "Teddy" Roberts, 89, passed away peacefully at a foster care home in Grants Pass, Oregon. Teddy Roberts, (originally Baldowski) was born September 17, 1926 to Joseph and Catherine Baldowski in Plains, Pennsylvania. They had two children. Ted’s sister Stelle, passed away in 1990 in New Jersey. Teddy and his wife, Margaret lived in Elizabeth, New Jersey and raised a family of two boys, whom he treated with respect, and love. Ted is survived by his boys Greg and Gary. Ted's loving wife died in 1982. Teddy, was a proud captain with the Elizabeth Fire Department, dedicated to his work and crews of men until his retirement in 1976. Someday . . . perhaps, there will be a statue in remembrance of all his wonderful work in Elizabeth while with the fire department. Teddy, always having lots of friends to talk and socialize with, stayed in the Elizabeth area after his wife’s passing. Ted lived with his sister before moving to Ashland, Oregon to join his family in 1995. Ted was very happy and felt at home in Oregon with all the mountains and rural areas around. Ted lived in downtown Ashland at Tudor Square apartments. Getting to know and love many close and trusted friends, Ted would walk and ride his bike enjoying the beauty of the area, sometimes going to the ocean which he loved. Ted's other love was volunteering at different care facilities and care homes. He was remembered fondly by Linda Vista Care. Ted deeply touched many lives with his simple yet selfless life; he was “Teddy Bear” and “Captain” to many people who knew and respected him. Ted was very fit and very spiritual; his passion was at its finest when he was helping people, especially in these areas. Young and old, his travels took him from Tudor Square to his favorite places in Ashland; Sterling/Umpqua Bank and its great people, Wendy’s, and The Little House of Bagels; and Ted loved The Dollar Store! He was remembered for helping many people and giving assistance when needed anywhere at any time! Ted loved his bicycle as much as anything in his later years, though the ocean came close. He would ride it (even with a backpack on) at the Adult Care Homes!! It was good for his soul! Teddy loved the outdoors, dancing, singing the old standard songs. It was always important for Ted to remain in great condition, so he walked up to four miles a day (with his store-bought knees) and danced as much as he could. Ted lived, he loved, and he was loved. “Teddy Bear” is remembered by many in Ashland, Oregon. A True gentleman and loving father to the end. Great run Ted, hope you’re able to do all you want there in heaven. The whole family and many friends send their love and will miss your presence. The family extends their thanks to the staff at Home on The Rogue! All the loving care that was given by a number of people there in his last days was appreciated by his family. Ted was loved! Lovejoy Hospice, Nurse Kate, monitored and kept Teddy comfortable in his last days. No services are planned. Hull & Hull Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements DailyTidings.com Writer Posted Jun. 8, 2016 @ 2:00 am » Comment or view comments Terms of Service /* $( document ).ready(function() { // Jquery mobile is trying to style the button and leaving a blank gry button on top of a white button $("#viafouracoms .vf-comment-controls li.vf-right").html(' Submit '); });*/ » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. calendar Connect with DailyTidings.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Alerts Email alerts RSS feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. 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