Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1932
DIED
2024
FUNERAL HOME
Harland Teskey Obituary
Teskey
March 2, 1932
May 17, 2024
Lt. Col. Harland E. Teskey age 92, a resident of Monument, CO passed away on May 17, 2024. He was a 26-year veteran of the Air Force and had a second career in the Aerospace industry. Harland was a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, and friend of many people.
Harland was born on March 2, 1932, to the late Everett and Hulda (Koch) Teskey. He was a 1950 graduate of Blue Earth High School, Blue Earth, MN. He later graduated from Dunwoody Industrial Institute and the University of Alaska. After some time working in the civilian world, Harland entered Pilot training on 17 June 1954 and became a fighter Pilot and a 2nd Lt on 30 September 1955. During his first Fighter Squadron assignment he married his wife, Nancy Baker, on 9 February 1957, who remained his wife and best friend through 56 years of alerts, deployments, remote assignments, a year of flying with a Special Operations Wing in Vietnam and many official business trips during his second career. He and Nancy were blessed with two daughters, Robyn and Jill.
During his Air Force career, Harland received many Commendations, Awards and Medals as well as attending many specialized schools. He had a variety of different jobs from Squadron to Major Command level in His 26-year career but continued to fly until His retirement in 1980.
Harland's second career began the day after his AF retirement. He worked for three different Aerospace companies, finally staying with TRW Space and Defense Sector. Again, holding a variety of positions including Program Manager. His second retirement was in 1993.
Harland was active in his church as a member of the Handbell and Vocal choir of Immanuel Lutheran Church and served as Congregational President, 1st Vice President, Elder, Member at large and President and Vice President of Immanuel School Foundation. A man of faith, Harland enjoyed his family, singing, handbells, hunting with his son-in-law, and travel with his wife.
He is survived by His daughters, Robyn (husband Jerome) Montano, their son Josh who preceded him in death, and Jill Roudebush (husband Dr. David) who also preceded him in death.
He is also survived by three nephews, Kelly Goswick, Jeffrey Teskey and Joel Teskey, and many friends.
Memorial Services will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church on May 29th at 10:00 a.m. A private inurnment will be held at Shrine of Remembrance, Old Glory Columbarium.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church or an organization of your choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Harland Teskey
David Csintyan
May 16, 2025
Harland´s texture is still present in the lives of so many on our shared street we live on. A soft spoken man whose demeanor belies his extraordinary accomplishments throughout his life.
We still refer to Harland´s home as his home. A home my wife, Margo, took more than one blueberry pie with ice cream to celebrate his birthdays. It was a joy to see the smile on his face when he received those.
I still remember Harland driving down the street and he would stop to see how things were going. When I asked him what he was up to he would say I am off to the Air Force Academy to volunteer at their hospital. A reminder that Harland´s generosity had no bounds.
I appreciate this oppotunity to honor his life and his presence in ours.
steve young
June 2, 2024
The Buckley SFB military Retiree Activities Office (RAO) would like to offer our sincere condolences and our gratitude for LtCol Teskey's 26 years of distinguished service to our country in the Air Force. If you would like help with any matters related to casualty assistance, Defense Finance & Accounting Service (DFAS), Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Veterans Affairs (VA), etc. you can contact our office on Buckley SFB at 720-847-6693 or [email protected]. The RAO is staffed by volunteers, all military retirees themselves, and our sole purpose is to provide assistance to any military retirees and surviving spouses/family members with anything related to their military service and/or benefits, in particular during difficult times such as this. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
Steve Young
Lt Col, USAF, Ret
Director, Buckley SFB RAO
Billy and Debbie Manriquez
May 30, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Lisa Wright
May 29, 2024
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Lisa Wright
May 29, 2024
Lisa Wright
May 29, 2024
Jill & Robyn, I will always think of your mom & dad as my church parents at Immanuel! I have such wonderful memories with them! Thank you for sharing them with me! My prayers for peace and comfort are with you both during this time of loss!
Love always in Christ,
Lisa
Col Jason E. Buckner
May 29, 2024
Much respect and appreciation for this great American hero. He followed his decades of courageous service to our nation with many years volunteering at our 10th Medical Group. God bless the Teskey family!!
Dave and Margo Csintyan
May 28, 2024
Dear Robyn and Jill. We have been neighbors with Harland on Scrub Oak Way for many years. On many days a quick visit as he was driving by our home was just what it took to make our day. His infectious smile and positive outlook on life will always be remembered. A gentleman first and foremost. We will sorely miss him. Love, Dave and Margo Csintyan
Lou and Veronica Moya
May 28, 2024
So sorry for the loss of your father Robyn and Jill he was an amazing person I am so happy we got to spend time with him on Holidays he will be missed love you guys
Mae
May 25, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gayle Rappold
May 23, 2024
Jill & Robyn, I'm so sorry I won't be able to attend on the 29th, but please know you both are in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve. I was so very fond of both of your parents with many shared memories of them and the two of you as well. May the Peace of Christ be on Harland, Nancy, both of you, and your personal losses.
Gayle Rappold
nick werle
May 22, 2024
he was a good man and coworker, had he been my boss, I would not have left TRW. His wife was a good counselor at AAHS my kids tell me.
Showing 1 - 12 of 12 results
Make a Donation
in Harland Teskey's name
Memorial Events
for Harland Teskey
Funeral services provided by:
Shrine of Remembrance1730 East Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80910
People and places connected with Harland
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Harland's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Harland Teskey's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
