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Theodore Rummel Obituary



Rummel, Theodore "Ted" 88, passed away January 10th, born November 11, 1918, beloved husband of Georgina (nee Daleanes) and the late Lillian, devoted father of George Theodore (Kathleen) and S. Michael (Melanie), loving grandfather of Christopher, Jared, Haviland, Jessica and Jordan, dear brother of William (Zoe). Founder and Executive Emeritus of Rummel & Associates Insurance Agency. Ted was an Insurance Executive for 50 years, during which he touched the lives of hundreds with his kindness and sense of humor. His clients invariably became his close friends and depended upon him for his valued advise. As a devoted member of the Greek Orthodox Church, he served on the Board of St. Demetrios, Annunciation Cathedral and Assumption Churches. Ted was an active member of the American Legion Evzones Post #1039. He will be remembered for his wry smile, the twinkle in his eyes and his deep love for his wife and family. Family and friends will meet Saturday, at the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 601 S. Central Ave., Chicago for a viewing from 10 a.m. until time of Services 10:30 a.m. Visitation Friday, 3 to 8 p.m., at the Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home, 17W201 Roosevelt Rd. (2 ½ blocks west of Route 83), Oakbrook Terrace. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his memory to the Hellenic American Museum, 801 W. Adams St., 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60607 would be appreciated. Nick A. Collias, Director. For Info: 630-655-1000 or 630-941-5860.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 12, 2007.

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Pat (Trampas) Ferrell

January 20, 2007

I am now 65 yrs old and from the time I was very young I remember Ted coming to the house going over insurances issues with my father and uncle who did business with him for many years. He came to my father's funeral in 1980. Many fond memories. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. he was a very memorable person.

Dean Lanos

January 14, 2007

Gerorge & Michael,
Your partnts and mine (James and Kathryn) were close friends, Koumbari and neighbors for so many years until the move to Oakbrook. I remember your dad and mine always sharing a cold beer on your dad's frequest visits. He was indeed a character with a sense of humor found in few. We remember him and Lillian with much love and a smile. Everlasting be his memory.
Kathryn & Dean Lanos

Jim Tatooles

January 13, 2007

Ted was truly a kind and caring person. I cannot ever remember him without that sly little smile on his face. May his memory be eternal.

BARBARA SPADAFORE

January 12, 2007

IT WAS A PLEASURE TAKING CARE OF TED IN CLINIC. YOUR LOVE FOR HIM GLOWED. HE WILL BE MISSED

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