Theodore "Ted" Lavris
July 15, 1932 - October 22, 2021
Theodore P. “Ted” Lavris, 89, passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. He was born July 15, 1932 in Elmira, NY, was formerly of Chicago, North Chicago, Mundelein, currently living in Libertyville and was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. serving in the Korean War. Ted received his business degree at Lake Forest College and was recognized as one of the top Real Estate producers in Lake County for over 35 years. He was a member of St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Libertyville and GLMV Chamber. Ted and his beloved wife, Karen Kay enjoyed traveling, especially to Las Vegas, cruises, dining out and will be remembered as an exquisite ball room dancer. Surviving is his wife of 60 years, Karen Kay Lavris; 4 children, Caron (John) Worklan, Lana (Svein) Schwab, Peter (Jennifer) Lavris and Theodore “Teddy” Lavris, Jr.; 7 grandchildren, Nicole (Andrew) Collins, Johnny Worklan, Alec & Nikolas Schwab, Haley Lavris, and Demetri & Kennedy Lavris; great granddaughter, Brooklynn Collins. He was preceded in death by 1 sister and 2 brothers. A celebration of life will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at Burnett-Dane Funeral Home, 120 W. Park Avenue in Libertyville. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to the family. For info: 847-362-3009 or share a memory at www.burnettdane.com.
Theodore P. “Ted” Lavris, 89, passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. He was born July 15, 1932 in Elmira, NY, was formerly of Chicago, North Chicago, Mundelein, currently... View Obituary & Service Information