Obituary of Alfred Rummel

RUMMEL, Alfred "Ted" Jr. of Tawas City, formerly of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away at his home on Monday, December 09, 2013, surrounded by family. He was 73 years old. Alfred Theodore Rummel was born on August 10, 1940 in Saginaw, to the late Alfred Sr. and Marion (Steckert) Rummel. He married Joyce Van Ochten. He then married the love of his life, Terry, in June, 2009 in Standish. Ted was a proud graduate of Arthur Hill High School, class of 1958. Following graduation, Ted attended Central Michigan University graduating in 1964 with a Bachelor of Science in Business. He will forever be remembered as co-owner of the Washing Well Car Wash, operating it for approximately 30 years. He was a faithful member of Peace Lutheran Church, a member of Germania Club and Big Brother and Big Sisters of Saginaw. Ted enjoyed running, softball, sports and traveling; but above all, he loved spending time at his home in Tawas City on the lake. Surviving are a wife, Terry Rummel of Tawas City; two stepdaughters: Elizabeth Leddy of San Francisco, CA, and Amanda Leddy of Dearborn Heights MI; two brothers: Tom (Joanna) Rummel of Dayton, OH, and Dave Rummel of Dallas, TX. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Ted's family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of his caregivers, especially Geri, Bonnie, Anissa and Dee. Also, special thanks to Bob and Jane Spence and John and Nancy Marshall for their support during his lengthy illness. Honoring Ted's wishes cremation has taken place. Arrangements are entrusted to the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State). Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the charity of their choice. Please share your thoughts and memories with Ted's family through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.