Theodore A. ‘Ted’ Klitz
Theodore A. ‘Ted’ Klitz, age 62, of Rushville, formerly of Quincy, died on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Rushville. He was born on February 22, 1964 in Quincy the son of Wilbert F. & Elenore (Bohne) Klitz. He was of the Catholic Faith.
Ted was self-employed in construction over the years. In reality, he was a jack of all trades, a modern day ‘MacGyver’.
Ted is survived by:
CHILDREN: Tyler Klitz (Amber), Forrest Klitz (Echo), Kaela Klitz, Theodore Klitz, Jr. (Jessica) and Gage Klitz
SIBLINGS: Tom Klitz (Krista), Annette Lupo and Yvonne Klitz.
Numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
Ted was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Jerry Klitz, Donna Ahern, Ruth Rogers and Joe Klitz.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A Graveside service at Calvary Cemetery will be held on Friday, March 13th at 12:00 PM. Following his service will be an Open House Celebration of life at The Utopia Event Center located at 900 N 12th St., Quincy, IL from 3-10pm. Live music, food and stories to be shared. The Duker & Haugh Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
I became friends with Ted when he started attending Adams School in either 5th or 6th grade.
After we graduated from high school our paths would cross every now and then and we’d pick up where we had left off the last time.
I’m sorry to hear this news.
In my book.. Ted was a good guy!
My deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your dad, brother, uncle and friend. May God provide you with the strength needed in the upcoming days and may your amazing memories provide you with comfort.
Ted and I attended St. Mary’s catechism classes in early grade school. I remember he asked Mrs. Kroner, our catechism teacher, if there were toys in heaven. And she replied that yes, she thought so.