Ted was a phenomenal captain of raters  for the Golf Association of Michigan Michigan and I remember him well. I have many pictures of him.

I worked with Ted for several years at Detroit Edison (DTE Energy) just before he retired.  He always demonstrated a genuine caring and respect for his coworkers.  I was appreciative of his willingness to share his knowledge from many years of experience by always taking the time to answer my questions and explain things fully.

Dave Szulczewski

I met Ted Kress in 1998 when we both worked at Radrick Farms Golf Course. I was a college student and he was a starter. He had an immediate impact on me as I recognized his ability to effectively communicate with all types of people. Every interaction left me with a positive result. 

His influence our our team and our culture endures.  He hasn't worked a shift in several seasons, but our golfers remember him well. He embodied and shaped our spirit of service and friendliness.  He will be dearly missed.

I am personally very grateful for having his influence in my life.  I still look up to him in so many ways.  He was a great friend and an admirable family man.  

Thanks to his whole family for sharing him with us for so many seasons... 20+!!!!

Uncle Ted made the world a better place.  We loved him dearly and will miss him so much.  May he rest in peace.

My dear Uncle Ted. I will miss him so much. You always think "I'll visit him next week. " Until he's gone. 
He was always there. To help, to share in happiness and sadness. He was my second Dad when my father passed away and a strong shoulder to lean on when my Mom left us.  I know you are with the angels now and playing baseball and golfing  with your brother.  God be with you.

My cousin who always greeted me with a kiss!
Memories with my Dad, Ted and Mom visiting Uncle Max and Aunt Laura when we were young. Playing outside with Ted and Eugene. Ted was so much fun and caring. He watched over Eugene all the time. I’m sure that is why Ted had so many friends because of his pleasant and sincere feelings for everyone. My deepest sympathy and love to the family. You will forever have his memory in you hearts!
Rest in peace., Ted. 😘❤️🙏

I'm saddened of the passing of my friend Ted, but I'm thankful him and I met. We worked on several video productions together. 
His humor and smile I Will always Miss. God bless his family and may God's eternal light shine upon him.

For more than 30 years, I was blessed to be part of the Kress family and to have a man in my life whom I loved and looked to as a second dad. His name was Ted, but to me, he was simply Pa.

Ted and Donna became Pa and Ma to me. Their daughter Mary is my ride-or-die bestie, their daughter Laura is one of my soul sisters, and their sons, David and Teddy, are like brothers to me. They didn’t just welcome me into their lives—they made me feel like one of their own.

Pa and Ma always checked on me and my family, making sure I knew I was loved, cared for, and that I belonged.

I spent countless afternoons at Radrick Golf Course and always looked forward to golfing in the Kress Open at Glenhurst. Pa would gently critique my game and share his knowledge and advice in a way that only he could.

He even came to our ladies’ bowling nights to offer advice—whether we asked for it or not. That was Pa. He always had something to teach us, a story to tell, or a joke to share. Sometimes he would start laughing before he even got to the punchline, and soon everyone was laughing right along with him.

There are people who make us feel welcome, and then there are those rare people who make us feel that we truly belong. Pa, Ma, and the entire Kress family gave me that gift.

Pa gave me memories, laughter, guidance, and love. I will forever be grateful for the privilege of calling him Pa and will carry his love, laughter, and the memories we shared with me always.

Rest peacefully, Pa. Thank you for loving me, looking out for me, and making me feel like one of your own.

You are deeply loved, will be deeply missed, and will forever hold a special place in my heart.

Sending prayers of love and strength to you and your family at this heartbreaking time. David we are remembering your father at the Legion of Mary prayer group throughout this year. God blessings upon you all. Maureen and Chris Stefani

Ted was a wonderful friend, mentor and coworker at Detroit Edison, one of the most respected employees throughout the company.

I will always remember Ted and Donna taking us (their granddaughter Taylor and I) out for a much needed lunch when we were in our early college years. He was a wonderful family man with a wonderful heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

OBITUARY

Theodore "Ted" Jerome Kress Sr.

July 27, 1933 – July 5, 2026

Harry J Will Funeral Homes

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