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anger to cloud his judgment or let short
short leave. Teddy was a committed Chris- of Tewodros. He was the ultimate class
term reversals undermine his optimism
tian who believed that life on earth was act, bringing his laughter and joy into
and his enduring faith in a bright future.
only a short life. listeners’ ear every weekend on his live
He saw in every setback an opportunity to
radio for many years. We will forever
I think he was known as the host of live learn every misfortune from others. Peo-
miss him, love and cherish the memories
radio! He instilled that dream and mentality ple always went to him for advice or to
he shared with us.’
that made his co-workers into that formida- seek help to solve their problems using
ble side. His co-hosts, board members, Aside from this: He listened to the per- his large network of friends and Medias
other friends and associates assume the sonal and family problems, understood without expecting a return. He gave his
more challenging responsibility to serve their struggles, then digested their chal- own assessments to many and thus
the community he left. They said they will lenges wherever possible extended help earned unforgettable love in people’s
continue the mission and the vision of the in form of a connection or money or just heart. Moreover, he designated his talk
radio show as long as the listeners and offered his advices. He never got bitter, show radio as voices of the people and
business owners resumed their supports to never lost hope, never lost faith in the his office to be a contact center to reach
continue his legacy. goodness of the human soul, he never the needy. Because he wanted to see
judged anyone, never complained, and smile on the face of all.
I heard the co-hosts saying ‘they enjoyed a
never abandoned his friends. He was
warm partnership with Teddy until his My final point goes to his wife Ms. Raheal
deeply cared for his friends and family.
death. He was loveable guy. They will and his Children: Your grief should be
never forget his sweet smile, his amazing He reads people writing and comments, relieved by the fact that Teddy has not
voice, and his warmth and love that used reflected, introspected. He developed an died. He has retired from this world to the
to show them. His friends are also forever incredible insight into the weakness and next and is waiting for others to join him.
grateful for the time they spent with him-for strength of the community system and He made many mistakes and misjudg-
his warmth and his sense of humor. We began writing his opinion on how to im- ments. But looking at his role he played in
were beyond lucky to have him as a men- prove the community’s endeavor. In al- the community, one conclusion is unmis-
tor in our careers and aspire us every day most all the time, he talked for the forgot- takable; he was bigger than those mis-
to fill his shoes on the show. It is an honor ten people-of those who are out of work, takes. At his gesture, I would like to send
to serve him and replace him on his talk men who wrongly incarcerated those with my deepest love and condolences to his
show radio. His radio co-hosts would have medical or family problems. Truly speak- entire family and hope they can find some
immensely benefitted from his notable ing, it is rare to find such a selfless soul- comfort in knowing he left the world for
achievements if he had been around for concerned about the issues of everyone better place. Finally, It is difficult to say
long. The Ethiopian community always else when his own weighed heavily on goodbye to someone I knew for long time.
remembers his commitment. him. Who does that? That was Teddy Anyway HE IS MISSED♣
indeed!

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