Birth date: Dec 3, 1949 Death date: Aug 5, 2020
Ted Wan McDaris, born on December 3rd, 1949 in Tulsa, OK, left this world for God's Kingdom on August 5th, 2020. He was preceded in death by his Parents and 2 Older Brothers. He served 24 years in the United States Army as a Comba Read Obituary
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing 1SGT McDaris. I am a former soldier of his. I was recently looking for people in my units in the the Army and of course I had to look up the man who had a impact on the first years of my military career.
My first duty station was at West Point, NY and he was my first platoon sergeant 38 years ago. As a scared new female soldier at my first duty station, he made sure I was comfortable. Not too mention, I was the only black female in his platoon. He treated everyone the same. He was a good military and family man. Rest In Peace 1SGT!
Oh the memories of our childhood have been rushing thru my head for the last few days. Growing up with you was a hoot and everyday was an adventure. I love you cousin, i will see you again and what a Glorious day that will be. Kathy and family, so very sorry for your loss and I will pray for God to give you that peace that passeth all understanding.
Early in my career with Probation & Parole, I had the honor of working with Ted. I know that having him there to learn from has helped my tremendously in my career. He was an absolute delight to work with, a source of great knowledge and wisdom, and someone who I was always glad was on my side and not my adversary. Once when I had an offender who was committing a particularly egregious case of stolen valor by presenting a drastically altered DD-214, making himself out to be quite a hero when in fact he was a deserter... I knew just who to go to in order to have the guy convinced of the severity of his actions. Ted did not disappoint!! There is no way I could have gotten the message across as effectively as Ted did. I still smile every time I see the term "DD-214", remembering that episode. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing, and I pray that his family and close friends are comforted in knowing that he was loved and respected by many.
Mary (Mathis) McDonald
It is sadden to know that Ted has left us, but to a better place. Ted was a very caring person and dedicated to his job, family and friends. I wanted to take this time out to say you will be truly missed TED. To the family stay strong and know God has taken him to his resting place full of joy and laughter. Greta Hawthorne/TCDPP
Kathi, I pray that you have peace and comfort during this sorrowful time. You will rejoice together in heaven someday. My prayers are with you Parrish, Tim, and John. Your Dad was a true hero and was very proud of "his boys"
