Tansi, Theodore T

Theodore Thomas Tansi (Ted), 90, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 7th. He was born on May 8th, 1931 in Brooklyn, New York, the son of Bonfiglio and Anna (Ampolini) Tansi. He was a graduate of St. George's School in Newport, Rhode Island, and earned an Economics degree from Trinity College in Hartford,

Connecticut.

He is survived by his former wife Sydney Bartlett Tansi of Manchester, CT and four children; William Tansi and wife Joan of Wrentham, MA; Robert Tansi of Quincy, MA; Anna Tansi of East Hartford, CT; and Thomas Tansi and wife Merideth of Camden, ME. He is also survived by five grandchildren; Sarah Tansi, Benjamin Tansi, Andrew Aramini, Caroline Aramini, and William Tansi. He was predeceased by his three sisters, Tina, Marcella (Skippy), and Adelaide.

Ted was a First Lieutenant in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. After his honorable discharge, he transferred to The Reserves where he attained the rank of Captain. He went on to work for IBM, CG, and Phoenix Mutual Life Insurance before being elected First Selectman of Simsbury, Connecticut where he lived for 30 years.

After his retirement, Ted moved to Florida where he met Mary McGeary who became his companion during the later years of his life. He was an avid golfer and a competitive card player who frequented the poker rooms around Bonita Springs, FL. He was known for his hearty, signature laugh and always had a joke, one-liner, or a story to share with the intent of lifting someone's spirits or making them smile.

Ted will be missed by his family and all who knew him. A Celebration of his Life will be held on May 7th from 2-4 PM at The Maple Tree Café, 781 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, CT 06070.

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