Theodore "Ted" Habas

Theodore A. Habas, age 52, of St. John, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2024. He is survived by his children Aimee, Matthew, and Emilee Habas; significant other Tanya Petersen; brother John “Bub” Habas Jr.; ex-wife D’ann Habas; and best friend Kevin (Maribel) Biedzycki. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Sharon Habas.

Visitation will be on Friday, September 6, 2024 from 3-8 pm at the Fagen-Miller Funeral Home, 8580 Wicker Ave in St. John. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 12 pm, with burial to follow at Chapel Lawn Cemetery in Crown Point.

Ted was not only a loving father and partner, he was generous, understanding, hard-working, and most of all a kind-hearted man. He started at a young age to serve his community as a firefighter for the East Hazel Crest Fire Department.

Although his career took a different path to the financial industry, he continued to support his community through dedicating his time to the Dyer and St. John Girls Softball League. His calm demeanor made him the perfect coach. He touched so many kids lives through his love for the game, his encouragement, and most importantly making the game fun. His ultimate joy in life was cheering on his own kids from the sidelines. People gravitated towards him as he was loved by all that met him.

To say Ted was a selfless man is an understatement. He always put others before himself. He was compassionate, caring, attentive, and funny. He could put a smile on anyone’s face through his jokes mischievous antics. At anytime he could tell you a story that would surely make you laugh. Ted loved being outdoors. He loved fishing, practicing his golf swing in the backyard, grilling out, and playing bags. He enjoyed working in the yard and doing home improvements, as he was a self-taught handyman. He loved doing game nights with family and friends which includes board games, dice, cards, or the infamous horse race game. He loved watching football and was a loyal fan to the K.C. Chiefs!

It is hard to believe he was taken so soon. There will forever be an empty space in our hearts, but we are so grateful to have had him in our lives. We are all better people because of him. Even though he is gone, the impact he had on our lives remains. He will be missed immensely; but will live on through our memories and we will forever keep him in our hearts. In lieu of sending flowers, please consider a donation to his children.