Ted Dye

Ted Eugene Dye was born on December 13, 1950, in Shelly, Idaho, to Keith Dye and Lucile Chapman Dye. He passed away peacefully at the age of 75 from end-stage kidney disease, surrounded by his loving family, love, and faith that carried him throughout his life and into eternity.

As the oldest of six siblings, Ted naturally stepped into a role of leadership and responsibility early in life. He spent his childhood years in Firth before attending high school in Shelley, Idaho.

Those early years helped shape a man of discipline, compassion, and quiet strength – someone others could always rely on.

Ted had a deep love for the outdoors. Boating, camping, and fishing were not just hobbies but treasured moments of joy, laughter, and connection with those he loved most. He especially loved spending time on his property in Island Park which was a special place for him. Many memories were made around campfires, on the water, and under open skies, often filled with Ted’s humor. He was a jokester at heart, quick with a smile and always ready to bring laughter into any room.

Ted’s faith was the anchor of his life. He had a deep and unwavering testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ and was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He stood firm in his beliefs and lived his testimony through Christlike love, compassion, integrity, and service to others.

While attending college in Rexburg, Idaho, Ted met the love of his life, Annette Jenkins. They were sealed for time and all eternity in the Idaho Falls Idaho Temple and shared 55 years of marriage rooted in faith, devotion, and deep love. Ted and Annette made Rexburg their home for over 50 years, where they raised their family, built lasting friendships, and became an integral part of the community they loved.

Ted and Annette were blessed with nine children: Sheree (Chad) Ball, Jason (Rene’e) Dye, Debbie Dye Sampson, Brandon (Jennifer) Dye, Ryan (Sarah) Dye, Bob (Tammy) Dye, Scot (Tanya) Dye, Krista (Levi) McPherson, and Tim (Kacey) Dye. Ted was a devoted father who led with love, example, and quiet strength. He was especially proud of his growing posterity, including his 45 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren on the way, each of whom brought immeasurable joy to his life.

A man of exceptional skill and strong character, Ted left a visible and lasting mark on the Rexburg community. He built many buildings throughout the area, taking pride in quality workmanship and doing things the right way. In addition to his work as a builder, Ted served the City of Rexburg as a building inspector for 14 years, a role he approached with fairness, diligence, and integrity. His work helped shape the community he loved and served.

Ted was preceded in death by his parents, Keith Dye and Lucile Chapman Dye; his sister, Kaylen Dye Harmon; his bother-in-law, Dray Goudy; his nephews, Brent Goudy and David Goudy; his niece, Cara Goudy. The promise of joyful reunions brings comfort to those who loved him.

Above all else, Ted loved his family and friends fiercely. His life was one of faith, laughter, hard work, service, and unwavering devotion. Through he will be deeply missed, his legacy lived on through generation. His family finds peace in knowing he has returned home to his Heavenly Father and that, through the blessing of eternal families, this separation is only temporary.

The family expresses their gratitude to the staff and nurses at Snake River Dialysis Center and at Homestead Health & Hospice.

Services will be held 11:00 am Friday, January 30, at the Rexburg South Stake Center. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 5:30 - 7:00 pm at Flamm Funeral Home in Rexburg and again from 10-10:45 am at the church prior to service. Interment will be at the Sutton Cemetery. Services may be viewed at www.flammfh.com