Ted Wilson Truax
September 2, 1959 ~ January 15, 2025
Born in:
Steubenville, OH
Resided in:
New Cumberland, WV
Ted Wilson Truax, 65, of New Cumberland, WV, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at Valley Hospice Care Center North, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on September 2, 1959, in Steubenville, OH, Ted was the cherished son of the late Theodore and Cora Clemmens Truax.
Ted dedicated his career as a Foreman at Bull Dog Rack, earning the respect and admiration of his colleagues. A proud man of faith, he deeply valued the meaningful conversations he shared with Pastor James Rhodes, which brought him great comfort and guidance.
Known affectionately by his family as the “Yardman,” Ted took immense pride in maintaining his immaculate yard, especially the area surrounding his pool. His talents as a landscape artist transformed his home, which everyone admired.
Ted was an avid golfer who enjoyed hitting the greens throughout the Ohio Valley and never missed an opportunity to watch his favorite sport on TV. A devoted Steelers fan, cheering on his team during the football season.
Ted cherished his family and the life they built together; his legacy is one of love, dedication, and faith.
Ted was preceded in death by his parents.
Left to cherish his memory with love and admiration are his loving wife Nekoa Sue Anderson Truax, sons, Carl (Nichol) Anderson, Kristopher (Diana) Truax, Keith (Nikki Byers) Truax, daughter Patricia (Brian) Gontas, brothers Michael, Mark, and Brian Truax, sister Sharon (Keith) Flinn, grandchildren, Carl Anderson Jr. and his fiance Morgan Glasure, Nathan Anderson, Eston Anderson, Cory Gontas, Matthew Gontas, Logan Gontas, Skielor Truax, Hunter Truax, Jordan Truax, Kristopher Truax, Jr., Adrian Maza, and Jerlando Maza, great-grandchildren, Crosby and Sophia Anderson, and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may visit Ted’s family on Friday, January 17, from 5 pm until his 7 pm funeral service at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV., 26062.
Pastor James Rhodes will officiate.
Ted’s request for cremation will be honored.
He will be cremated at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home Crematory.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the funeral home in Ted’s name to help with funeral expenses.
Share online condolences at www.grecohertnick.com
Michael Scott truax
My memories of uncle Teddy go back to before Carl and Patricia were born, and it brings a smile. He was also a fantastic cake decorator—designing my brother Chris and Diane’s wedding cake and my brother Stevie’s high school grad cake. He was upset when I got married (many years ago) and I didn’t ask him to decorate my cake. May my aunt Cookie, the kids and Ted’s relatives find healing. May he rest in peace.
With deepest heartfelt condolences!!
May God shower you & your family with peace & comfort as you mourn for your loved one!! Holding you & your family in our thoughts and prayers!!