Theodore Franklin Palmer

ATHENS—Theodore Franklin “Ted” “Teddy” Palmer, 77, of Athens, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2019 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Born November 5, 1941, he was the son of Don and Mozelle Fulmer, and the biological son of Walter Eugene and Gladys Marie Palmer, and was the thirteenth of eighteen children.

Ted was a graduate of Loudonville High School in 1960 and Ohio University in 1994 with a bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing.  Prior to retirement, Ted found joy in helping others enjoy the gift of hearing through his work as a Hearing Aid Sales Specialist. He found extreme pride and joy through his children and grandchildren. He loved his friends deeply and considered them his family. He had a passion for poetry as well as the philosophy of language and people. Ted enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, doing crossword puzzles, and visiting with whomever sat next to him at Jackie O’s. He took pride in singing karaoke with his sons Alex, Doug, daughter Judy, and friends. He always looked forward to visiting Lake Erie or spending time near horses. Ted also enjoyed shooting pool, playing chess, and hunting. He was one of a kind who touched so many hearts, inspired many others, and will be deeply missed.

Ted is survived by his son, Doug (Krystal) Palmer; daughter, Judy (Jon) Wymer; grandchildren, Courtney (Cody) Bragg, Shane Michael, Brittany (Nate Walls) Palmer, Elana Palmer, Julianna Manley, Layla Wymer; and great grandchildren, Garth Bragg, Josie Bragg, and Samson Walls. Siblings Shirley Brown and Judy Williams; son Lance, daughters Lynn and Sulynn Brown; grandchildren, Brandon (Amanda) Harned, Logan Harned, Ashley Brown, Justin Brown, Jake (Megan) Brown; and great grandchildren.

Ted is preceded in death by his son Alex, his foster parents, biological parents, twin daughters, grandson Joshua Brown, brothers Ron and Eddie,

Cremation will take place with a tree planting memorial service at Uncle Bucks on Friday, April 19, 2019 at 1:00pm, followed by a celebration of life at Jackie O’s Brew Pub from 4:00pm-6:00pm. If you would like to help his children cover the cost of funeral expenses, you may send contributions made out to the funeral home. Arrangements are by Hughes-Moquin Funeral Home where friends and family may sign the online guest book, view a memorial video, or donate toward funeral expenses at our website, www.hughesmoquinfuneralhome.com