Farmington
Thedford(Ted) Jackson Sprinkle Sr
1942 2014
Ted Jackson Sprinkle transcended from his earth bound adventures on November 02, 2014.
Ted was born in Paducah, Kentucky. He is preceded in death by his parents, Don(Louise)Sprinkle.
He was a man of honor and distinction having served our country in the U.S. Marines and many
years on the Albuquerque Police Force. Ted supervised the Sonic Drive In for the Four Corners for
over 25 years and became known to his employees as " Mr. Sonic" due to his loyalty, devotion and
dedication to his employees. He embraced his family and life with all his heart. He cherished every
moment of his 45 years loving his wife and living his life "his way". He spent his life devoted to his family
and children, proud of each of their accomplishments and successes. Ted's love for life included his love
of music, movies, his time on the golf course, singing, dancing, and socializing with his many friends.
Ted taught with every word he spoke through kindness, patience and humor. He is survived by his
best friend, lover, partner, and devoted wife Sherry. His two children; Shelli Ogsten of
Brownsburg, IN and Ted Sprinkle Jr. of Farmington. His granddaughter Kimberly (Rick) Green, his two
great-grandchildren, Amelia and Odin Green; and his dear friends and cousins.
Visitation will be Saturday, November 8th at 11:00 with service at 12:00 at Cope Memorial Chapel
404 W. Arrington, Farmington, NM. A celebration of Ted's life will immediately follow at The Elks Lodge
1747 on Municipal Drive in Farmington, NM Ted's care is entrusted to Cope Memorial Chapel 505-327-5142