Theodore Lawrence Salkoski

November 17, 1955 - January 2, 2017

Theodore Lawrence “Ted” Salkoski, 61, of New Castle, passed away on the evening of Monday, January 2, 2017 at Henry County Hospital after a short illness. He was born November 17, 1955 in Baltimore, Maryland, a son of Theodore “Ted” and Dolores “Sue” (Carey) Salkoski. Ted was a 1973 graduate of Lincoln High School in Cambridge City. He attended Indiana University East where he studied journalism. He was self-employed as an independent producer of business magazines. Ted loved Florida and lived there for many years. He was an avid Baltimore Orioles and Ravens fan and enjoyed gardening. Those left to cherish Ted’s memory include his mother, Dolores “Sue” Salkoski of New Castle; two brothers, Todd (wife: Dana) Salkoski and Tom Salkoski (Friend: Rachelle Roberts) both all of New Castle; a sister, Judith (husband: Joe) Olson of Beverly, MA; nieces and nephews, Aaron (wife: Jessica) Salkoski, of Anchorage, AK, Alison Salkoski of Richmond, Laura Olson of Moorehead, MN and Matthew Olson of Lafayette, IN and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Theodore “Ted” Salkoski. A memorial service to celebrate Ted’s life will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at First United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom McGilliard officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Sproles Family Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be offered to the American Diabetes Association, www.diabetes.org. You may send the family a personal condolence at www.sprolesfamilycares.com. The Sproles family and staff are honored to serve the family of Ted Salkoski.