THEODORE W. MCKENRICK JR.
Dec. 22, 1932-Sept. 17, 2017
Theodore William McKenrick Jr., Goldsboro, passed away peacefully Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, at his home.
Theodore was born in Gettysburg, Pa., Dec. 22, 1932, to the late Theodore William McKenrick Sr. and Janet Syler McKenrick.
He was a graduate of Gettysburg College, where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity.
Theodore lived his dream, proudly serving in the United States Air Force. He began his military career in flight school, and later transferred into military intelligence.
Theodore will always be remembered for his incredible intelligence, his wonderful sense of humor and his patriotism.
He protected his country and her allies during the Vietnam War, and retired as major in Goldsboro after 21 years of service.
Theodore's valor and skill were recognized with numerous decorations.
After retirement, he enjoyed serving his community by working with the Community Soup Kitchen in Goldsboro.
The family will receive friends Thursday, Sept. 21, 2017, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Seymour Funeral Home, with a service to celebrate Theodore's life at 7 p.m. in the chapel. A graveside service will be held at noon Friday, Sept. 22, 2017, in Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery with full military honors.
Theodore is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jean Elmore McKenrick; daughter, Jane Deshong; son, Roderick William McKenrick and wife, Janette Smith McKenrick; grandchildren, Amy Deshong, Amanda Deshong, Taryn McKenrick, Rylee McKenrick and Eryn McKenrick; and great-grandson, Kaleb Desong.
He is also survived by his brother, Donald McKenrick and wife, Bonnie; sister, Sue Powell and husband, Bill; and several nieces and nephews he loved very much.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kan., 66675-8517, or the Community Soup Kitchen, P.O. Box 1064, Goldsboro, N.C., 27533.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.seymourfuneralhome.com.
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Published in Obituaries on September 19, 2017 8:05 AM