Theodore Robert Culver, 79, of Sesser, passed away Thursday, December 15, 2022 at 9:28 A.M. at the Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, TN.
He had been the owner and operator of Mine Wheel in Tamaroa for 30 years. Ted was a member of the American Legion. He was a United States Navy Veteran and served from 1960-1964.
He was born July 5, 1943 at Buffalo, NY, the son of Arly and Beatrice (Stein) Culver.
Theodore married Betty Sullivan on April 17, 1971 at Tamaroa, IL, and she survives.
He is survived by his wife of Du Quoin, step daughter - Janice Nowakowski, step grandchildren - James Nowakowski, Ronald Nowakowski, and Bret Nowakowski, step great grandchildren - Sara Rose Nowakowski, Brandon Nowakowski, and Dillan Nowakowski, step great great grandchild - Xander Nowakowski, granddaughter - Lisa Huddleston, and great granddaughter - Malissa Huddleston.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one step daughter - Jean Underwood.
Per Theodore's request cremation rites were accorded.
There will be no public visitation or funeral service.
Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.