Theadore Marsolek

Theadore Marsolek obituary, Orange City, FL

Theadore Marsolek

Theadore Marsolek Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 15, 2025.
Theadore Henry "Ted" Marsolek, age 75, passed away on July 12, 2025, in Orange City, Florida. Born on August 4, 1949, in Superior, Wisconsin, Ted lived a life rich in creativity, compassion, and community service.

A proud graduate of Cathedral High School in Superior, Wisconsin in 1967, Ted pursued his passion for the arts with unwavering dedication. He earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Master of Arts from the University of Wisconsin and continued his studies at the University of Minnesota and the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore. His academic journey laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to fine art and education.

Ted's career was marked by an extraordinary devotion to the arts and to those around him. 1978-2009 Ted was an Art Teacher at DeLaSalle Highschool in Minneapolis, MN. He was deeply involved in fine art exhibitions and fundraising efforts that supported artistic endeavors. As a director of school plays and an advocate for arts education, he inspired countless students with his vision and enthusiasm. His contributions extended beyond the classroom-he was active with the American Red Cross and proudly achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. In recognition of his outstanding dedication to teaching and service, he received the LaSallian Teacher Award.

From 1984 to 2008, Ted traveled extensively around the world to further his studies in art. These journeys enriched both his personal artistry and his ability to teach others. He had a deep love for creating his own paintings and often shared them through personalized greeting cards that he designed himself-each one a heartfelt gift sent to loved ones on holidays and special occasions.

In 2010, Ted relocated from Minnesota to Florida, where he continued to make meaningful contributions to his community. From 2012 to 2020, he served as a Committee Member for Historic Preservation in Orange City, Florida. From 2020 through 2024, he brought his thoughtful perspective to the city's Planning Commission in Orange City, Florida.

Ted had a passion for collecting antiques and cherished what he called "air looms," treasures that carried stories from generations past. His home reflected his love for history and beauty-filled with carefully curated pieces that spoke volumes about his appreciation for craftsmanship and memory.

He adored all his cats and found joy in their companionship throughout the years. Those who knew him remember him as kind-hearted, generous with both time and spirit, always ready to lend a hand or share a warm conversation. In 2017 Ted created a painting group called West Volusia Plein Air 4 were they met every Monday morning at various parks in the community with close friends in attendance.

For over four decades, Ted held a special bond with Kenneth (June) Siwek of Orange City-a relationship he treasured deeply. Ted lovingly referred to Kenneth as "the son he never had," a testament to their enduring connection.

He will be profoundly missed by his family, friends and all those whose lives he touched.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Patrick Marsolek and Henrietta Katherine Marsolek (Kolanek) of Superior, Wisconsin.

Your own personal memorial celebrating Ted's life is all he wished for.

May Theadore Henry "Ted" Marsolek's memory bring comfort to those who knew him and continue to inspire all who were touched by his art, kindness, and unwavering generosity.

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B. Pope

July 17, 2025

Ted will be missed by all the WVPlein Air painters. He painted beauty and inspired all of us. I loved to see each painting he completed every Monday morning. Rest in peace dear Ted.

Susan Furrie

July 17, 2025

Ted and I painted together for a number of years. I found him to be a gifted artist and a great friend. One of my favorite things to do with Ted was to get him talking about his time teaching art to high schoolers. They must have a been a very fortunate group because the projects, ideas and experiments he did with them were wonderful. I had trained in art education and had never heard of anyone being that involved and creative in their teaching. Oh how I will miss Ted on Mondays when we gather to do plein air painting. Ted you will live on in our hearts.

DeLaSalle High School

July 17, 2025

On behalf of everyone at DeLaSalle High School, we would like to send our deepest condolences to all who knew and loved Ted. He made a huge impact in the Islander community. We will say prayers in Ted's memory here on Nicollet Island. Saint John Baptist de La Salle ... Pray for us. Live Jesus in our hearts ... Forever!

Betty Stallings-Huber

July 16, 2025

I haven´t known Ted as long as many of you. I joined his.West Volusia Plein Air group, that met at Gemini Springs in DeBary, just a few years ago. Ted was such an amazing watercolorist and a giving individual. He shared so much of his gift with us each time we got together. I learned so much from him. I will miss him. RIP dear, Ted.
Betty Mae Stallings-Huber

Brian P Van Beusekom

July 16, 2025

Thanks for supplying me with me paint so that I could work on my painting over Christmas break in 1993. I will continue to paint.

Mary Lou Gamache Spicer

July 15, 2025

Am one of his classmates from Cathedral grade and high school. If I remember correctly he was my prom date, no lie. We were a family the class of '67 and even though none of us was perfect we enjoyed our time together in class, around the neighborhood, and attending school functions. Haven't seen him in years as I was unable to attend lots of class reunions---being in the Navy crimps lots of get togethers but I remember the great times, fun we had at our family's get togethers and just being together.

Carissa Tchalla

July 15, 2025

Ted was so kind hearted! I would see him often as a kid when my dad would help with building theater sets and then I had art class with him at DeLaSalle! He really helped further my love for art! We visited him once in Florida and he showed us around and we had a great time! He will be missed!

Mark Capecchi

July 15, 2025

Ted was such a creative and generous soul! He gave up countless spring breaks to help chaperone our music tours at DeLaSalle. Ted created so many amazing sets for the De Theater, I think his favorite set was "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." It was common to see graffiti back stage saying "Ted is God!"

Warren Johnson

July 15, 2025

Words can´t begin to say how I feel, we had some great times together, I´ll miss you Ted.

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