Theodore J. "Ted" Demick, 73, of Seneca, IL, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the University of Chicago Medical Center with family at his side.

Ted was born on February 3, 1952, in Joliet, IL, to John F. and Clara Marie (Theiler) Demick. He was then raised on a farm in Elwood with his two sisters, Linda and Patricia.

He is survived by his partner of over ten years, Charlsie "Charlie" Holmes; three daughters, Carly (Eric) Frederick, Heather (Tim) Tesdal, Cortney (Dave) Hicks; four grandchildren, Devan, Ashton, and Emersyn Frederick, and Gabriel Hicks.

He spent most of his life driving a truck, a career he was extremely proud of. Most recently, he was employed by Sofidel, formerly Clearwater, in Elwood for twenty years. Ted had a creative passion for woodworking. He specialized in making banks out of old post office doors that he and Charlie sold at fairs and craft shows. Ted loved animals, especially his Yorkies. He also enjoyed playing Santa for friends every Christmas Eve.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Diane.

Visitation will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Seals-Campbell Funeral Home in Marseilles. A prayer service will follow at 6 p.m. with Rev. Kris Zierke officiating. A private burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery in Seneca.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the University of Chicago Medical Center or Pet Project in Ottawa.

Seals-Campbell Funeral Home

1009 E. Bluff St., Marseilles, IL 61341

815-795-5151 www.sealscampbell.com