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THEODORE LOUIS WILSON

Theodore (Ted) Wilson, son of Doyle and Emma Wilson, was born the third child and baby brother of his two sisters, Deanna (Wilson) Anderko and Judy (Wilson) Ceja. Having spent his childhood in Fountain Valley when the Angels came to Anaheim, he and his mom and dad became avid Angel fans. Every radio inside and outside the house” even the car radio was blasting with the games. Ted was especially proud of the fact that the starting 3^rd baseman lived in our tract, around the corner from our house. Ted moved to Dana Point while in Junior High and lead a very active life in his parish at St. Edward’s, getting involved with the youth group, traveling to Mexico to build houses for the poor. He helped his dad after school with building the apartment buildings next door to the one they lived in (also built by his dad). Then after trying out architecture at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, he decided to come back to Dana Point and work for Vons and was quickly made a store manager. During this time, Ted moved out and spent a lot of time with his friends traveling various places here in the US and also in Europe. He also loved river rafting, skiing, and playing football with his friends.

In his early thirties, Ted decided to become a real estate broker/contractor and work with his dad building homes. Sadly, however, a few days before his 34^th birthday, and on his first day on the job in July 1992, Ted was broadsided and broke his neck. He became a quadriplegic and spent a year and a half in the hospital in rehab, where he learned to direct his own care. Living with his mom and dad for a while, Ted soon decided to move out on his own. He moved into his oldest sister’s apartment building and became active with the Knights of Columbus at St. Edwards. Having never married, these close friends became his family as they came to his aid on numerous occasions. His two sisters were pleased to see him surrounded by the support of so many good and faithful friends.

Vigil Service

Date & Time: March 30, 2022 (7:00 PM)
Venue: O'Connor Mortuary
Location: 25301 Alicia Parkway Laguna Hills, CA 92653 - (Get Directions)
Phone Number: (949) 581-4300

Funeral Mass

Date & Time: March 31, 2022 (11:00 AM)
Venue: St. Edward The Confessor Catholic Church
Location: 33926 Calle La Primavera Dana Point, CA 92629 - (Get Directions)
Phone Number: (949) 496-1307

Graveside Service

Date & Time: March 31, 2022 (12:30 PM)
Venue: Ascension Cemetery
Location: 24754 Trabuco Road Lake Forest, CA 92630 - (Get Directions)
Phone Number: (949) 837-1331

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David Franzetta says:

March 31, 2022

Ted, my Brother Knight,
Now you can rest in the arms of the Lord. Thank you for showing me how to live a life devoted to being a true disciple of Christ.
Rest in Eternal Peace

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Dennis R Pijor says:

March 31, 2022

To Ted & his family,
You welcomed the “handy-Knights” and others to your home openly and I will always be grateful and remembering the time you and I delivered a (somewhat tempermental, but functioning) electric wheelchair to a thankful recipient. Our long journey together was a spiritual time together as well as your commitment during “Tootsie Roll drive” for the mentally challenged. You were my friend and inspiration! Rest in Peace, my Brother.

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Frank Jarvis says:

March 31, 2022

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Jimmy Doan says:

March 31, 2022

Ted, you will always remain an inspiration for me. Whenever I feel sorry for myself for whatever reason, I remember you bearing your massive cross with so much joy that it humbles me when I complain about my tiny cross. No longer does the Country Roads song begin with “Almost Heaven,” for you, for I’m sure you’ve spent your purgatory well here on earth. Save me a seat at the Banquet, brother, and pray for me. Love you! Jimmy

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Kent says:

March 31, 2022

Ted, My Brother Knight
We shared a wonderful experience building your “dream” to have a railroad layout in your home.
Thank you for the opportunity to be part of it. I will never forget the time we shared.
Your direction and guidance along with my past experience made it successfully come to reality.
I will never forget that or You.
Thank you too for loving the “puppies in training” from Guide Dogs for the Blind, Paulette and I
have raised. We remember how your face lit up when you pet them and your great laugh when they
would be so happy to have you touch them.
You are forever in our hearts and prayers.
Rest in Everlasting Peace,
Kent

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