David Teran
Photograph of David from his obituary, hosted by the DuPage Memorial Chapel.
Memorial by Lester Carroll
Student in the Northwestern Prison Education Program
David Teran’s cellie
Most people who met Dave would say he was an angry old coot. What they didn't know about him - because he social distanced himself from many people before it was a fashionable thing to do - was that he was a loving father to his children, while he couldn't give them everything a parent wishes to give their children, he provided the important things, love, encouragement, advice, protection, an understanding ear, and good memories - even long after his incarceration, his family could count on him. So could his friends. Dave was the type of person who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it, or help you figure out an advanced math assignment - even if you drove him crazy in the process. Covid-19 may have taken him from his family and friends, but his memory will live on in our hearts. Hopefully he is in a better place than where he was, and being the Star-Trek fan he was, hopefully it is journeying to distant worlds. Free and happy.
From Mourning Our Losses:
David Teran, 57, lived from February 4, 1963 to April 15, 2020. Born in Chicago, he resided in Illinois at the time of his death. He is remembered fondly as a hard worker and beloved family man. He worked diligently to support his family, sometimes undertaking two jobs at one time. He leaves behind four children who loved him as well as countless other family members who miss him dearly.
David was known for making people laugh and feel loved, particularly with his “big bear hugs,” according to his obituary. He was also an avid Cubs fan, and he was likely thrilled when his team broke its long-held curse to finally win the World Series in 2016. On the tribute wall of his obituary, one person writes, “He may be gone but his memories will live on thru his beautiful kids and those that loved him.” Another says, “Fly high David.”
We mourn his loss.
This part of the memorial was written by MOL team member Eliza Kravitz with information from an obituary published by DuPage Cremations.