We are Rodeo Austin, a not-for-profit that provides real experiences and gritty fun to raise millions for... moreWe are Rodeo Austin, a not-for-profit that provides real experiences and gritty fun to raise millions for Texas kids. Since 1938, we’ve been a mission with a rodeo that has brought heritage and entertainment to our community.
Rodeo Austin is a year-round nonprofit funded by a month-long real western experience held every March. Rodeo-goers get to do things they can do nowhere else including a ProRodeo, one-of-a kind concerts, carnival and a livestock show. All while raising millions for Texas kids.
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Theodore (Ted) Deno Tufares passed away peacefully Thursday, April 22,2021 in Eugene,Oregon. Ted was born April 10, 1928 in Wichita Falls, Tx. Ted joined the army in 1946 served in both World War Two and Korea. When he came home he developed a lifelong love of rodeo, becoming a championship bull rider.Ted then settled in Eugene to raise his family and worked as a carpenter. In 1969 he began his career as a Brand Inspector for the state... see moreTheodore (Ted) Deno Tufares passed away peacefully Thursday, April 22,2021 in Eugene,Oregon. Ted was born April 10, 1928 in Wichita Falls, Tx. Ted joined the army in 1946 served in both World War Two and Korea. When he came home he developed a lifelong love of rodeo, becoming a championship bull rider. Ted then settled in Eugene to raise his family and worked as a carpenter. In 1969 he began his career as a Brand Inspector for the state of Oregon dept of agriculture until he retired. He enjoyed going to casinos, watching westerns, spending time with family, building things, and helping out however he could. He was well loved by everyone he met from his neighbors to waitresses to nurses to store clerks. He rarely went anywhere without running into someone who was happy to see him. He always enjoyed making other people smile with a witty remark or joke. Ted is survived by so many who loved him: his Daughter, Lori Whipkey, his sons, Jeff Tufares, Ted Anthony, Jon Tufares, and Dino Tufares, his sisters, Helen Tricoglou, and Christine Argeanas, Grandson Taylor Hill and many other loved ones who will surely miss him greatly. He is preceded in death by his twin brother George Tufares, His Father Deno Tufares, and his mother, Jeanette (Sardinia)Tufares. Dad’s wish was always to return to Albuquerque, New Mexico where he grew up and family remained, and now he will. French Funerals and Cremations is handling gifts and arrangements at 1111 University Blvd. n. e. , Albuquerque, New Mexico. Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 10, 2021 at Saint George Greek Orthodox Church, Albuquerque, NM. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery.
Wishing you strength to face the days ahead and wonderful memories to cherish forever. ❤ I have a few good memories of Ted, but the one that always sticks in my head is when I was out with Lori (I can't remember the event) her parents were there... moreWishing you strength to face the days ahead and wonderful memories to cherish forever. ❤ I have a few good memories of Ted, but the one that always sticks in my head is when I was out with Lori (I can't remember the event) her parents were there and Ted asked if I wanted to dance - he taught me how to swing dance! He was a good sport and patient, because I was not good at it! 😀
Hugs to you Lori and your family, your Dad will be greatly missed. less