Theodore Fish, 81

Theodore Fish, 81, passed away on June 19, 2024, at Lifecare Roseau Manor in Roseau, MN, with his family by his side.

Ted was born in Roseau on December 18, 1942, to William and Minnie (Berg) Fish. He attended school in Warroad, MN. He married Ruby Mclain on June 30th, 1961, and moved to Williams, MN, in November of 1966. There was a short stint where they lived in Stillwater, MN, then came back to Williams and raised their family.

Ted ran a logging and trucking business. Through the business, he was always creating jobs for friends, family, and the community. He would take a chance on someone that no one else would, and taught many people new skills and a hard work ethic.

Ted found solace in the woods and had too many adventures to count. A kid at heart, there was never a dull moment around him; it was hard to find Ted without a smile, he was known for lighting up the room or campfire with his infectious laugh.

Ted was a devoted family man whose warmth and generosity knew no bounds. Ted had a passion for working on vintage cars, recycling boats, and other recreational vehicles. He had the ability to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary.

If Ted wasn’t in his happy place, (his shop) he was usually enjoying endless cups of coffee with his friends and loved ones or on his houseboat creating “adventures”. His deepest love was spending time with his children and grandchildren, it brought him immense joy being a part of their lives and letting them know they were Grandpa's #1.

Ted is survived by his children, Kenny Fish, Ed Fish, Julie (Matt) Knox, Nancy (Chris) Calder, Kathy (Bruce) Elson; Grandchildren: Erin (Cory) Estling, Melissa (Mike McClintock) Fish, Michelle (Mike Kuhlman) Fish, Amy (Andrew) Stumpf, Jason Cali, Andrew Cali, Brittany (Jack) Green, Joe Fish, Nick Fish, Paige Fish, Jake Fish, Brandon (Alycia) Fish, Sierra (Dane) Shaugabay, Savanna Graser, Erica Fish, Jessica Knox, Micky (Maggie) Knox, Valarie (Michael) Weiland, Megan (Jarek) Ludwick, Karina (Nick Subido) Elson, Cameron Elson (Tavi Peterson), Tyler Elson (Kelsey Jonassen), Wyatt Elson

Great-grandchildren: Lauren, Peyton, Nora, Liam, Kaylee, Alice, Randall, Elaina, Theo, Max, Vinnie, Henry, Georgie, Natalie, Nolan, Nelson, Kelby, Teddy, Mario, Lylah, Indy, Lukah, Ryan, Jersey, Brynn, Cecilia, and coming baby Charlotte and baby Ernie. Siblings, Orville “Butch (Sandy) Fish, Caroline “Cookie” (Ray) Will and David Fish, and special friend Marilyn Carlson.

Ted will be remembered for never having a dull moment and the valuable lessons he imparted, particularly “Every day is an adventure.” His legacy of kindness, giving, and positivity will continue to inspire many Fish generations and will be missed as a loving constant in his family’s life.

Preceded in death by his son Richard Fish, Daughter in Law Dottie Cali-Fish, his parents Bill and Minnie Fish, and his siblings Elsie Goetz, Dorothy Hardy, Etta Muirhead, Ora Fish, Guy Fish, Albin Fish, Milford Fish, John (Jack) Fish and Rodney Fish.

A celebration of Ted’s life will be held at Williams City Park on July 2nd at 2 pm, where family and friends will gather to honor his remarkable life. Burial at Pine Hill Cemetery. Food and social gathering to follow at the Wilderness Bar & Grill in Williams MN.