Harold Theodore (Ted) Gaston, 84, of Belleville, IL, was born on Easter Sunday, March 28, 1937, in Salem, IL. He died on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at BJC Memorial Hospital, Belleville, IL. Ted graduated from Salem Community High School in 1955. He earned an Associate Degree in Dental Technology from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL in 1959.
Ted moved to Belleville in 1960 and worked at Tade Dental Laboratory for 9 years. He opened Gaston Dental Laboratory in 1969, serving his customers for an additional 37 years. Ted was dedicated to his work and was a member of the Illinois Dental Laboratory Association. After working long hours, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of Moose Lodge #1221 in Swansea, IL.
Ted was preceded in death by his:
- Father, Raymond Gaston
- Mother, Ruth Williams, (nee Bryant)
- Beloved Aunt and Uncle, Lillian and Earl Bruce
Surviving are his:
- Wife of 33 years, Laurel Gaston, (nee Glaze), whom he married on August 13, 1988
- Daughter, Angela (John) Kinney of Belleville, IL
- Son, Bruce Gaston of Belleville, IL
- Grandson, Elliot Kinney of Belleville, IL
- Half-brother, Fred Williams
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
Visitation will be held from 11:00am – 1:00pm on Wednesday, October 13 at Kurrus Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00pm on Wednesday, October 13, at Kurrus Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Patton officiating. Interment will follow at Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, IL.
5 Comments To "Harold Theodore (Ted) Gaston"
#1 Comment By Robert Calhoun On October 12, 2021 @ 9:52 am
Please accept my condolences on Ted’s passing.
Ted was a terrific guy, and a value to have had him as a friend.
#2 Comment By Jo Ann. Berry On October 12, 2021 @ 2:56 pm
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Your Mom mentioned him a lot, so I felt like I knew him. Hope you are all doing well during this sad time.
#3 Comment By Pamela Casey-Pavez On October 13, 2021 @ 3:59 am
Angie –
We wish you peace and comfort as you grieve.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss.
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#4 Comment By Robert Souders On October 15, 2021 @ 3:44 pm
I shall ever be grateful to Ted who made the teeth that Dr Titchnel put in for me. He was most generous as was the Doctor.
#5 Comment By Nan Carney On October 21, 2021 @ 10:25 am
Laurel, I’m so sorry to have just learned of Ted’s passing. I enjoyed his banter and jolly words for the many years I worked at Tim & Joe’s. He really was a good guy and he will be missed.