Theodore Towne Redington III

Ted was born in Albany, California and grew up in Dallas where he graduated from Hillcrest High School. He continued his studies at Trinity University in San Antonio and then received his law degree from SMU Dedman School of Law.

Ted practiced criminal defense law in Texas for more than 40 years. He took particular pride in his time as Director of Staff Counsel for Inmates at the Texas Department of Corrections, where he advocated for inmates throughout the Huntsville prison system. Following his tenure there, Ted hung his own shingle, opening offices in Dallas and Ellis Counties in 1977. Though his excellence in the courtroom was unimpeachable, it was the care he took with his clients, and the respect and compassion he showed them, that made him a great attorney.

Everyone in the courthouse loved Ted Redington. Judges, court staff, fellow attorneys, and clients alike were drawn to his kindness, humor, and genuine interest in people. He was, however, notoriously bad at collecting money. More interested in helping people than sending invoices, he was known to accept just about anything as payment – a source of endless amusement for his family.

When he wasn’t practicing law, Ted was usually planning his next adventure. He loved sailing and scuba diving in tropical destinations with his closest friends and spent years honing his golf game, which was excellent. He spent many hours as a child at the Bob-O-Links golf course.

Above all, Ted was a devoted father. He loved creating experiences and memories for his children, whether that meant spending all his money on the games at the State Fair, front-row seats at sporting events, or simply saying yes to the latest adventure they dreamed up. If his children wanted to do something, Ted usually found a way to make it happen.

Ted also adored his mother and never outgrew the special bond they shared. No matter how busy life became, he made it a point to call her every Sunday, without fail.

Ted leaves behind his two brothers, Rick and Jack Redington, and his children, Tory (Redington-Chauza), Zach, Trenton, Tyler and Allie. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, Dorothy Cushing and Theodore Towne Redington, Jr.

Those who knew Ted will remember his humor, generosity, loyalty, and ability to leave every room a little brighter than he found it. His stories will be retold for years to come, and his laughter will be remembered always.