Theodore J Ted GRYP

24 JUN 1927 - 29 JUN 2016

• BIRTH: 24 JUN 1927, South Bend, IN
• DEATH: 29 JUN 2016, Scottsdale, Arizona

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[N13488] Theodore J. Gryp
June 24, 1927 - June 29, 2016
SOUTH BEND - Theodore J. Gryp died peacefully in his sleep in Scottsdale, Arizona, on June 29, just a few days following his 89th birthday. In October 2015, Ted lost the love of his life, his wife of nearly 60 years, Jean Marie Gryp. Ted is survived by his three children, Tom (Patty) Gryp of Granger, Indiana, David (Tina) Gryp of Scottsdale, Arizona, and Julie (Joe) LaMantia of Scottsdale, Arizona. Ted also leaves behind six grandchildren, which he was very proud: David (Meghann) Gryp, Sarah Gryp, Austyn Gryp, Julia Gryp, Emily LaMantia and Megan LaMantia. Ted was born on June 24, 1927, in South Bend, Indiana, and was the youngest of three children to Emil and Clara Gryp, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death was his brother, Louis P. Gryp. Surviving is his sister, Lucille M. DeCraene of Mishawaka, Indiana. In his early career, Ted worked for many years at Wymans Department Store. He also worked at Skyline Industries before spending nearly 20 years at Wheelabrator-Frye, where he worked as a crane operator. Before moving to Arizona in 1995, Ted and his family were active parishioners at Holy Cross Parish in South Bend. Ted was especially proud of being a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council #553. Above all else, Ted was a simple man of deep faith, amazing insight and totally committed to his family. Never graduating from high school in order to join the Navy in WW II, Ted highly valued education and sacrificed with Jean throughout his life to ensure his children received Catholic educations and college degrees, something they both were very proud of. Ted always taught by example, demonstrating unconditional love and selflessness with whomever he met. It was his simple nature and good heart that made his counsel so meaningful and profound. His life was a testament for being a good husband, a good father, a good grandfather, and a good neighbor.Everyone loved “Papa Teddy” because he always brought with him a smile and a laugh. In particular, his grandchildren will always remember Papa's practical jokes, pokes and hugs. The fruits of his life well-lived will survive him, through the good works of those he touched. All who knew Ted will miss him. He was one of the good ones. Private services are pending. Published in South Bend Tribune from July 16 to July 17, 2016