Theodore Makarewicz Obituary

Family-Placed Death Notice

COLONEL THEODORE MAKAREWICZ Colonel Theodore "Ted" Makarewicz, U.S. Army, (Retired), age 63 of Marietta, GA died Monday, March 21, 2005. A loving husband, father and grandfather, Ted was born September 8, 1941 in Brooklyn, NY. He was a 1963 graduate of the University of Colorado and later received a Masters degree in Business Administration from the University of Tennessee. Colonel Makarewicz's distinguished U.S. Army career of 28 years included 2 tours of duty in Vietnam. Following military retirement, Colonel Makarewicz served for 11 years as Director of Purchasing for the Atlanta and Fulton County Public Schools and retired in 2003. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Marietta and the Knights of Columbus.. Colonel Makarewicz is survived by his loving wife, Jean; his daughter and son-in-law, Nicole and Nathan Brazelle; his sons, Alex and Billy and his grandson, Chase Brazelle. Since retiring 2 years ago, Ted enjoyed traveling extensively, spending time with family, playing tennis and golf and working in the yard. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, March 24 at 10 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church with Fr. Darragh Griffith, celebrant. Full military honors will immediately follow the mass at the church. A reception will be held in the church parish hall at the conclusion of the service. The family will receive friends Wednesday, March 23 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the H.M. Patterson & Son, Canton Hill Chapel where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Memorial tributes to Colonel Makarewicz may be placed by visiting www.mem.com. Arrangements by H.M. Patterson & Son, Canton Hill Chapel 1157 Old Canton Road, NE Marietta, GA 30068 (770) 977-9485.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 23, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Theodore Makarewicz

8 Entries

Arlene Witte

March 25, 2005

I am saddended to hear of Ted's death. Ted was the Purchasing Director for several years when I worked as Music Coordinator in the Atlanta Public Schools. He was expert, efficient, truthful and effective. He helped me clean up our purchasing process, making sure that we got quality music equipment for every penny spent. He was fierce with vendors who promised but didn't deliver, and at one point banned a vendor who had shipped over-priced, substandard equipment. I'll never forget that meeting--with me, the vender and Ted meeting, when Ted heard the facts, he dictated a letter to his secretary banning the guy from bidding to APS as we all sat there! Needless to say, we got exactly what we ordered from that point on. He leaves a legacy of intelligence, quality and honor for all of us. My thoughts and prayers are extended to his family.

REBECCA CWIKOWSKI

March 24, 2005

I will miss Ted, a dear friend of my husband, Lt.Colonel Ray Cwikowski USAF RET. I was very glad to have attended his wedding. May God 's light shine upon him and his family and bring him to eternal light, we will miss you.

Billie Bates

March 23, 2005

I worked with Ted Makarewicz in the Purchasing Department during his career with the APS and Fulton School Systems. I was always impressed with his integrity and his knowledge of Purchasing procedures and policies. He was a wonderful person and will be missed. My deepest sympathy to his family. Sincerely, Billie Bates

Richard Marion

March 23, 2005

Sorry to hear about the passing of my formal Director of Purchasing of Fulton County Schools. I was one of the Buyers who retired before he did.

The department made great changes under his leadership.

LT.COLONEL RAYMOND CWIKOWSKI

March 23, 2005

Ted was a fellow Officer in Arms. Our relationship started in the late 70's when he served as my deputy in Kettering Ohio. He was my number two man,but I know that the Good Lord will always consider him number one. Ted we will miss you, you left too soon, may God blessing be bestowed on your family.

Laren Bates

March 23, 2005

My condolences to the family of Ted. Many years ago I spent considerable time working with this talented man at Fort McPherson and traveling with him to many Army bases. It was a pleasure to work with him. He will be missed.

Julia Cameron

March 23, 2005

Ted was a wonderful person and will missed dearly.

Marcus Ray

March 23, 2005

Ted Makarewicz embodied the true meaning of what it is to be "An Officer and a Gentleman."

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