Theodore Bennett Kress (Ted) passed away January 27, 2019 at the age of 49 in San Antonio, TX.

Ted was born January 8, 1970 in Wheaton, Illinois to Richard and Joan Kress.

Ted was the baby of the family, the forever mama's boy; with an infectious smile and giggle. He was proud of his heritage, friends and memories from growing up in Maine. Ted graduated from Yarmouth High School in Maine and attended Southern Maine Vocational Technical Institute. He worked as a general construction field superintendent for most of his career.

He loved the simple things in life; the outdoors, grilling, casting a line, hanging out with his dear buddy and neighbor Carlos, and building a fire anywhere, anytime. He adored his daughter Lauren (Annie he called her) and current pets Holstein and Bird (spelled Burd). Although, a simple life he did not always lead; he had the softest heart and was cherished by his friends and family who were always rooting for him.

Ted is survived in death by his father, Richard Kress and wife Suzanne, brothers, Michael Kress and wife Judy, Steven Kress, Daniel Kress and wife Laura, daughter Lauren Kress and former wife Sondra Gonzales, step sisters Kristin Blanchard and husband Josh, Jennifer Proly and husband Ryan, nieces Danielle, Rachel and Meredith Kress; nephews George, Matthew (godson), Joshua, Michael, Jordan, Seth, Zackary, Spencer and Carson Kress, and an extended family including uncles, aunts & cousins.

Ted is preceded in death by his mother, Joan Kress Pfarr.

His family is planning a memorial service at Mulkey-Bowles-Montgomery Funeral home in Denton, Texas on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at 2:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the San Antonio Humane Society.