Theodore "Ted" Anthony Rademacher

Theodore “Ted” Rademacher, age 83, passed away April 8, 2026. Ted was born in Mead, Colorado to Theodore and Elizabeth Rademacher. He was born and lived his entire life near his family farm in Mead. He graduated from Mead High School in 1960.

He joined the army after graduation and served from 1964 through 1970 during the Vietnam war. He was very proud to serve our country.

Ted loved the family farm and owned Rademacher Farms along with his brothers until 1985. After the family farm was sold, he worked for Rocky Flats until his retirement.

He is survived by his son: Kevin Rademacher (Lisa), his daughter, Tammie Baker (Keith). He is also survived by seven grandchildren: Dennis Hanes (Heather), Taylor Rademacher, Kali Hanes, Alex Hanes, Darian Baker (Shea), Hannah Baker, and Madelle Mulei (Luigi). He was also proud of his 12 great grandchildren.

His surviving siblings are: Josie Warren, Helen Wadle, Janice Rademacher (sister-in-law), Maggie Rademacher (sister-in-law), and Keith Ames (brother-in-law).

He was proceeded in death by His parents: Theodore and Elizabeth Rademacher; His first wife: Gail Thompson; His brothers: Louis Rademacher, Edward Rademacher, Robert Rademacher; His sisters: Teresa Applehans, Rosemary Ames, and Rita Reiner

Ted was a lifelong member of Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Mead, Colorado. He was a member of the Elks Lodge and Knights of Columbus.

He loved his family and extended family, dearly. He was a hard worker and was always up for a game of cards, especially “Pitch”.

Ted’s family wants to thank all the staff at Life Care Center of Longmont during his last years with us. Special thanks to Dr. Brian Hughes.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, April 24th at10:30am:

Guardian Angels Catholic Church, 109 3rd Street, Mead, Colorado 80542

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you donate to your favorite charity.