Ted von Heiland Obituary

To Lucy Von Heiland and kids,
Please accept my condolences on the untimely death of Teddy. The news came as a total surprise since apparently no member of our class had any inkling that he was sick.
I did not know Ted when we were both in college, basically because we were in different courses. Nevertheless, I managed to get close to him when the Ateneo.yahoogroup was formed, when I started e-mailing him directly. This was the time when there were clashes of ideas and beliefs among the group which I preferred to discuss with him in private.
After several exchanges of e-mails, I remembered that I had a relative, Pacita Pamintuan, who was close to my father and other members of his family. When I asked him about her, he told me that she was his mother and tracing back (he checked with his brother and sisters too), we established that we were related (through our grandmothers who were both Sandicos and first cousins.)
Blood relationship has a way of drawing people together and he then became more open to me about how he viewed life and God. In fact he confided to me that he had grown so intense in his religious beliefs that he was afraid that he was rubbing people the wrong way and pushing them away. All this was before our reunion in Las Vegas in the spring of 2008.
I was hoping then to see him and actually prodded him to attend. He was not at the reunion and for some reason our correspondences tapered off after that. My last e-mail to him earlier this year greeting him on his birthday went unanswered as was an earlier correspondence.
I have no stories to recall to you or your family, only my regrets that Ted and I had not met again, this time around as cousins rather than mere acquaintances from school.
Dando Santillan
Ateneo, AB ‘60

To the family of Ted,
This is Monchet Albert, a classmate from Ateneo College 1960, My deep condolences to you and be assured of our prayers. Ted will be included in the Memorial Mass of the class on Nov 6.
My last recollection of Ted was the time he sent an email to the group asking assistance to get his transcripts from Ateneo. I am glad I was able to help and the papers were sent directly to him.
Rest in peace now, Ted.
Monchet

Greetings from Ted's classmates in the Philippines!

Let us remember the happy times and memories that we shared with Ted. Then let us say a prayer for the repose of his soul. Let us also join his family in grieving the loss of a loved one. And finally, let us rejoice that our Ted is now in the presence of the Almighty -- with the eternal peace and happiness that he rightfully deserves.

Lucy, We just heard of Mang Teds passing, we're sorry about your loss. we will pray for mang Ted and for your family god bless

Dear Lucy,
I am so sorry to hear of Ted's passing. I cannot imagine the hurt you are going though. Our God keeps his promises and we can rest assured that we see him again. Ted was a wonderful man and I gained much and grew as a person by spending time with him and you. With much love and sorrow, Lisa

Dear Lucy,

I am so sorry to hear about Ted's death. Teri, the kids and I are all grieving with you during this difficult time. We'll announce Ted's death this Sunday at church and will be praying for you and the family. Please pass on our condolences to your children. I hope we can see you again soon. Love, Tom

Dear Lucy and Family, your family was suching a blessing to us years ago, and I am so sorry for the pain you all are going through. I hope you will find true comfort in Christ. Love, Dawn Hawkins

Lucy, I am so saddened by hearing the loss of your beloved husband. I too remember the time spent at your Oak Hills home fondly and Ted always greeting us with a smile. Our prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. May God's peace be with you.

Oh Lucy, I just found out about Ted. We are truly sad to hear of his passing and pray for God's comfort and strength for you and the family during this time.

Dear Lucy,

Sheila and I, Joseph, Rebekah and Michael are very sad about Ted. I often think of the Tuesday night Bible studies at your home in Oak Hills. Those were wonderful times of fellowship. I will miss Ted very much.
Craig and Sheila

Dearest Lucy, Katherine and Frank, and to all of Ted's loving family. We shall always remember Ted's wonderful humor and zest for life. We love you, Dorothy and Ron

Dearest Lucy and Family, The passing of a loved one is so hard, but it is comforting to know that they are in a much better place. May God look after Ted as well as you and your family. Blessings, Teddi Homsher and Family.

Dear Lucy and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Ted's passing. We remember our time with your family at CBCS fondly. You will be in our prayers.Mike, Kathy, and Sam Ayres.

Lucy - I was so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your husband. Our prayers are with you and each of your family as God heals your broken hearts. - Raye Mulholland

Dearest Lucy and family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your sweet man, Ted. He was a kind, loving and devoted husband and father. You all are in our prayers. Much love, David, Cindy, Alec and Brendon Kirby

Dear Lucy, Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers. Ted will be missed. He was your loving, caring husband and a wonderful caring father to all the children. Our love to you in this time of pain. Marie and Michael

Lucy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family, with love...Chuck, Sue, Jennifer and John King

Lucy and.family: our prayers and thoughts are with you. There are no words... But we love you!!

Lucy - You are in our prayers. It was such a privilege to know Ted and yes he is shining his light down on us from heaven!

Sally and Mike