Thaddeus “Ted” Farbisz, 82, of Huntley, died peacefully on November 27, 2020 at JourneyCare Barrington.
Ted was born in Chicago on December 15, 1937 to parents Thaddeus and Leona (nee Bartusiak) Farbisz. Ted met Maxine Zwierzyna on a blind date and married her on September 10, 1960. They celebrated 60 years of marriage this year. Ted’s true passion in life was cars. He was a skilled mechanic who loved to fix cars, drive cars, and he even participated in stock car racing at Soldier Field! Ted was also passionate about sports, coaching all his boys in baseball, as well as serving as Commissioner of Basketball at Shabbona Park in Chicago. He could often be found cheering for his beloved Chicago teams: The Bears, Blackhawks, and Bulls, and was able to watch the Cubs play at Wrigley Field during their World Series win! Ted loved to read and found special joy in writing. He often would write poems in birthday cards to let you know how much he cared. He was a funny, caring, and devoted man who loved his family above all else. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.
Ted is survived by his beloved wife, Maxine Farbisz, his children, Robin Lacey, Bryan (Margaret) Farbisz, Timothy (Jill) Farbisz, and Thaddeus “Ted” (Kimberly) Farbisz, his grandchildren, Tori, Jarek, Justin, Brianna, Kevin, Trevor, Kalli, and Jessica, his sister Sandra Verden, his nieces and nephew, Debbie, Sue, Kim, and Jimmy.
Ted was preceded in death by his brother, Dennis Farbisz, his nephews, Jimmy and Charlie, his dogs, Holly and Peewee, and his cat, Oreo.
In lieu of flowers, memorial's in Ted's name can be made to JourneyCare Barrington https://journeycare.org/donate/
A Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley.
“I Got You Babe!”
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My condolences. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. I recall meeting him & your mother at Ravinia.
My sincere condolences to you and your family Maxine! Ted was such a wonderful man. I am so happy you got to celebrate your 60th anniversary together. Please know I am always just down the street from you if you ever need anything or just want to talk. Ted will always be in your heart.
My Love and heart goes to Maxine and her family. Maxine you are my Idol. We've shared similar life experiences and always prevailed. I Love you. Ted I will always remember how you loved to dance and sing I GOT YOU BABE. Well Ted, God is now saying that to you. How glorious. Rest in Peace. I Love you.
My deepest sympathy on Ted’s passing. He was a sweet genuine soul; we will miss his laugh. Rest In Peace dear Ted, you will be missed.
My deepest sympathies to all of Ted’s family. He was a sweet and funny man who has a special place in all our hearts and will be greatly missed. God Bless you all, you’re in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest sympathy. I will truly miss my poem on my birthday. Ted was a super kind caring and loving man. We will miss you Ted. Rest in peace. Our prayers are with all of you.
Maxine, I'm incredibly sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences. I truly enjoyed the times we had together when we went to dinners. Ted was a very kind and caring man! You were a phenomenal wife! I'm so glad that you and Ted were able to celebrate your 60th anniversary together. Maxine, if ever you need an ear, please call either Sandy or me. (As you know, Sandy and I have both been in this situation). Enjoy all the wonderful memories! Maxine, always remember Ted's got you babe!
Please accept our deepest condolences, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Maggie and family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family through these difficult times.
Sending love to all the Farbisz family. I am glad you all has so many years together and am thinking of all you. I have known your family since I was 8 years old - you are very special to me.
One of my fondest memories of Ted is when he would win the 50-50 at the Polish Club. I would tease him and say that he always won. We will miss you, Ted.
Mrs. Farbisz, Robin, Bryan, Tim and Ted, I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Farbisz was a great man who really was one of a kind. I still remember playing basketball against him on the occasional Sunday morning and how scrappy he was and that he always made me laugh. He will be greatly missed, but always remembered. We will keep Ted in our prayers. Jim Hickey
Robin. I'm so sorry about your dad's passing. Such a difficult time... My sympathies to you and your family.
Prayers and condolences to all of Ted’s family. What a kind and gentle soul. He was a wonderful and loving man. My love to all. God bless. Rest In Peace dear friend. Love to all.
Prayers and condolences to all of Ted’s family. What a kind and gentle soul. He was a wonderful and loving man. My love to all. God bless. Rest In Peace dear friend. Love to all.
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Ted was a great man! I looked at him as a nephew would an uncle. Our thoughts are with you.