Born on December 8, 1954 in Berea, Ohio.
Departed on August 12, 2020 in Melbourne, Florida
I’ve loved you all your life. Now I will love you the rest of my life. Be at peace my love, until you reach for my hand, to walk together again.
Theodore (Ted) John Kleinschnitz, 65, unexpectedly and peacefully earned his wings on August 12, 2020 in Melbourne, Florida.
Ted was born December 8, 1954, in Berea, Ohio where his parents, Donald J. Kleinschnitz and Lorine Kleinschnitz soon moved to Melbourne, Florida. Ted was a life-long resident here. Ted and Sarah were married in December of 1993 and together they raised eight children.
For over 40 years, Ted served his community as a successful business owner, who took pride in creating a work environment where employees felt like family. Ted loved working on home projects sharing his talents and crafts with his children and grandchildren. If you ever wanted to find Ted, just take a walk to his workshop and he’d be sitting with a cold Mic Ultra ready to help with any project, or just lend a listening ear and share a cold beer. Ted enjoyed the outdoors; his hobbies included boating, fishing, and a variety of watersports, as long as he shared it with family and friends.
Ted’s greatest treasure in life was his family. He was cherished not only as a father, but also enjoyed being loved as a Daddy, Papa, and Pops. Adored the excitement on his grandchildren faces when he would pull chocolate coins from their ears, which they all knew was his magic trick. Ted not only deeply touched the lives of his immediate family, but his love influenced the lives of so many others.
Ted is survived by his father, Donald J. Kleinschnitz, 6 brothers, 3 sisters and his children: Cherity, Jodie (John), Randy (Shannon), Ted Jr., Elizabeth (Shawn), Michelle (Shane), Amanda (Jake), Robert (Amanda Jo), and Brooke (Christian), as well as his grandchildren Shiann, Ciara, Kaitlyn, Abby, Andrew, Lane, Alaina, Reed, Gracelyn, Brayden, Isaiah, Cody, Bailey, Toby, Piper, Mya, Dominic, Andre’, Mary, and great grandchildren Coleston, soon to be Paisley, and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his grandsons Peyton, and Briddick, grandparents, and his mother Lorine Kleinschnitz.
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Bill Elliott
from
Palm Bay July 31, 2023
Sorry for the loss of Ted. I discovered his loss in helping to plan our 50th Mel High Class reunion. I am sure he is missed by all.
DAVE KLEINSCHNITZ
from
DOTHAN, AL February 4, 2021
BIG BRO...WHEN I THINK OF YOU, I REMEMBER AS A KID HANGIN ON YOUR SHIRT AS YOU HUGGED THE FOOTBALL, AND DRUG US AROUND THE YARD. I REMEMBER THE BOTTLEROOM AT PUBLIX AND LATER IN LIFE I REMEMBER THE "TEDFIRE" OUT AT THE CAMP IN THE MARSH. THX FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO SHARE IN THE BEST OF "YOU".....brother Ted. Till we meet again over knuckle bisquits !!!
Patrick Bryan
from
Grant-Valkaria September 7, 2020
You were someone I'll always remember as loving to your brothers and sisters and generous ri their friends. I'll never forget your creations like the motorcycle engine powered trycicle and go kart. RIP Ted.
It was a pleasure and never a dull moment getting to know and love Ted. He welcome us with open arms into his family. I was honored to be there for him and Sarah as they renewed their vows. Their love was stronger than even they new. My heart and thoughts goes out to you all!
Rest in Peace Ted
Ted you were and always will be my favorite Brother in law.
You were larger than life only much more.
My heart aches at the loss of you.
I love you brother
Tho my Heart is broken, I know God has taken you from us to begin your new Journey ......Thank You for always making me feel like Family.....until we meet again, Ted.
Ted your family and friends will miss you. The spark in Sarah’s eyes when she would talk about you at work showed the love she had for you. Rest In Peace Ted 😘
Born on December 8, 1954 in Berea, Ohio.