Ted will be missed!  I worked with him a lot during my days at Baker.  We worked, joked, and broke bread together in the test lab at Emmott.  Those are some of the best memories from my time there.  My sympathy goes out to his family and friends.  Ted shares a special place in my heart as I'm sure he does with many others.  RIP Big Ted!

I worked with Big Ted, starting in 2006.  I am stationed in Oklahoma and would come down to make updates to all the software in the Test Labs.  I would routinely sit down with Big Ted and discuss new ideas and features.  Ted would cross his arms, look down at me and say "You keep your Oklahoma ideas to yourself, we Texans don't need those updates."  It was a rivalry we had back and forth.  I truly loved checking in on Ted when I was in Houston for other projects.  I miss working with Ted, I miss his smile and smirk when he was giving me an extra hard time when I made mistakes.  My thoughts are with the Surovec family.  I will remember Big Ted with fond memories.

Ted was a very good friend as well as a caring neighbor. We have been next door neighbors for the past 22 years. He always made sure to check in with me and my family. You will be greatly missed by many. Prayers & condolences to Ted's family. Rest In Peace my friend.

Khalid Khan and family

What can anyone say about Ted?  I never socialized with Ted outside of work, which is my loss for certain.  

Ted always brought out the best in people, including me.  I loved his manner and attitude in all things. Ted was a special human God put on this earth.  

I came to love the man and if I saw him, go out of my way to say hello. Why? Because he made me feel better, happier, brighter just by having a quick exchange and a few moments in his presence.  How many people can you say just made you feel good about yourself and life?

He might get upset, frustrated, and even angry; but you still knew everything would be ok. I will miss this man, as he made my world a better place.  It will no longer be the same, but because of his memory it will be ok, his memory makes my life better. Thoughts of those conversations give me a warm, good feeling.

Say hello to all in heaven for me Ted. 
Heaven is now a better place Ted, because of you.

Mike

I worked with Ted at Baker Oil Tools dating back to '98.  He is a very likeable and helpful man with a kind heart.  He had a knack for bringing a smile to your face when you most needed it.  He will be greatly missed by many.  Prayers & condolences to Ted's family & friends.  RIP, Big Ted.

I also worked with Ted at Baker, in the Emmott lab and at CTI.  As others have noted, the thing I will never forget about Ted is his smile.   Especially when it was combined with a sideways glance.  Looking at the pictures brings me right back to those times.

He was a tremendous man, and positive influence on many of us, as these testimonials show.  I express my condolences to the family.   Rest in peace Big Ted.

Ted was truly a good person and a pleasure to work with at Baker!  He helped shape my understandings as an engineer and co-worker.  Rest In Peace Big Ted!

Ted was a polymath, interested and knowledgeable in a variety of areas, not all related to his work.  He seemed to me to be devoid of ego.  In fact, in my presence he didn't begin many sentences with the pronoun "I."

Terry Moorhead

I had the privilege of working with Big Ted for over 30 years. I'm sure I drove Ted crazy trying to keep this young engineer out of trouble from smashing my fingers to hooking up the pressure lines backwards. Ted always took the time to explain how to assemble and test tools the right and safe way. Somewhere along the way, for no reason,  he started calling me Sweet Thing and I called him Buttercup. So that became our greeting every time we saw each other. Sure got strange looks from every one else but we didn't care. It became our own personal joke. We always had good laughs talking about the many characters we have known over the years. Rest in peace my good friend. Prayers to your family, Buttercup!

Rest In Peace my dear friend. You were a jovial spririt and always went about your job with integrity. Reflecting upon all our casual and serious conversations, one thing was certain; you were a genuine friend. You knew me, my kids, and my life.  I wasn’t the only one who would wander out to the lab to say hello to you! There was an abundance of people who cared for you.  You made this  world a better place. Thank you for having been a part of my life, buddy. 

Big Ted was a Big Man, with Big stories, Big adventures, and most of all a BIG heart.  Working with him while setting up a test and visiting with him while the test was in process made that part of the project go smooth and problem free.  All you had to do was tell him what you wanted to do, and he made it happen, his knowledge and get it done attitude will be missed.  As will his colorful stories of his latest adventure or trip to some exciting place, no matter where he went, he made it sound exciting.  You will be missed BiG TED.  Rest in peace.

Ted (aka Big Ted) was such a joy to be around.  I will always remember his smile and laugh.  

I had the pleasure to work with Ted and my husband Janiy had the pleasure to work with his brother Emil.

We are praying for your family during this difficult time.

I still remember the first time that I was told the name Big Ted when I joined the company. "Everyone knows Big Ted".  Since then, I was lucky to know you and work with you.  I knew I can always count on you if I needed any supports in the test lab. You were warm-hearted, trustful, and always happy.  I have so many memories about you even though I did not have much chance to see you often in the past few years.  I am so sad to hear the news, and did not believe you left us. I will always remember your big smiles,  which never changed in the past 19 years.  You live forever in our memories and in our hearts. Thank you so much for who you were, all the good memories, and we wish you a peaceful sleep. 

Ted always had a smile for everyone who visited the Test Lab and he could never be more helpful.  Condolences to you Peggy we miss Ted too.

I learned a lot from Ted in my years as a young engineer and really enjoyed working with him.  He was always willing to help and he made working in the lab fun! I will always remember his laugh and his kindness.  Rest easy Big Ted.

I knew Ted for only a very short while at my time at Baker starting in 2017.  This is common knowledge to all those who worked with him, but for those who didn't should know that his legacy will live on much longer than flesh and bones as one of the main testing apparatus was named after him and coined as, "The Big Ted".  

Engineers Young and Old will know about Big Ted for many years to come and no doubt his stories and legacy will live on when they ask the question: "Why is the load cylinder called the Big Ted?" 

I have known Ted since I started working at Baker. I have always known Ted as an excellent person. He was always willing to help no matter what. I will miss him in many ways and wish him a peaceful journey. Thank you for your friendship and all the memories.

You are remembered as a wonderful friend to our family.  You are remembered as a great friend.  You are remembered as a best friend, Wilkie and I loved having you visit us at the lake, boating, fishing at the lake, and hiking.  We love you..Winona












I knew Ted for a number of years working at Baker at Emmott Rd and CTI.  I've always know Ted as a kind and gentle person over the years and more so when I returned to the states and worked out of CTI.  Whenever I needed assistance or just stopped by to say hello, he always offered his assistance, advise and conversation.  His friends and colleagues will miss him in many ways and  wish him a peaceful journey.  Thank you for keeping us safe, your friendship  and making us all  a  better person.

Ted was a mentor to me as a young engineer at Baker.  I learned so much from him.  We also shared a love for butterflies. He gave my husband and I some passion vine from his garden and it has flourished! I am so thankful to have known him.

I first met Big Ted in 2006 as a fresh young engineer sent into the test lab for Baker Hughes. He immediately made an impression on me with his wisdom and his smile. He was a patient, clear teacher. In the years that followed he was always a source of good advice when we started planning a new test. 

God Bless you Big Ted - Eternal Rest grant unto him Lord, and may your perpetual light ever be on him. Amen. 

Ted, you taught me so much when I started out and I appreciate the patience you had with me all those years.  You are a great mentor and friend that I will miss but you will always be in my heart.  Rest in peace my friend.

Peggy know that you are in our thoughts and prayers through this most difficult time.  Ted will surely be missed!  May he Rest In Peace.  

The Crawford Family 

Remembered the time you an Bugger came over Uncle Jimmy let you take the McClarion for drive. Police stop you because they thought you stole it. We enjoyed the summer when you boys would come spend a few nights the fun we all had.love you forever an to the moon and back. Rest In Peace we will see you one day again. XOXO Aunt CAROLYN an Uncle JIMMY🙏🌴🐚

The Heavens have gained a gentle giant!  I have so many fond family memories of  my cousin Ted, and I will hold those memories forever close  to my heart.  Love and hugs, Barbara Lynn

Thanks for the memories brother in law.

I am holding on tight to your brother, so rest easy I’ve got him. 

Rhonda 

Ted was a gentle giant, a big brother to all. Always the encourager. I was saddened when I heard he was ill. He is one of the people that I regret not looking up more often.

To the man that taught me how to bowl..,,,  spaghetti & powdered donuts with peanut butter......   so many amazing memories. You were one hell  of a man  & a wonderful dad who raised a great son. You will be missed. 

Ted was a great mentor and a source of knowledge that I always appreciated.  His smile always stayed with me and always will.  Rest in peace big guy!  

I was proud to be your brother , Love you always!

big ted, the father figure i never had, father to a brother to me, you will be missed.  Im sorry we get older and further apart, and I'm lucky to have even ever met you.  You were loved and appreciated.   Love and miss you, till we meet again sir.....

I was sad to hear yesterday that my dear friend Ted had passed.
I met Ted through my wife who used to work with Peggy.  The fond memories I have of Big Ted were:  Seeing him at the same bowling alley that both our leagues shared.  Every time I passed by to say hi; he was always throwing strikes.

I was also honored by Ted when he asked me to play on his team for the following season with him, but then he was stricken with his illness.

Ted was a great person with a great smile and incredible laugh.
We all will miss a gentle giant of a man. May God bless his family and Peggy.

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Theodore Paul Surovec Sr.

26 octobre 1958 – 1 juillet 2020

Brookside Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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