"Gene" Aughey, formerly of Norcross, Georgia. He was very fond of his former sisters-in-law, Anna Berit Vic Nordling and Kathleen Bell Aughey. After many years as Vice President of Finance at Punta Gorda Isles, Inc., Ted earned his mortgage brokerage and real estate licenses. He worked for Five Star Reality and then started Strathmore Management Consulting Company in addition to assisting Lois in the operations and ownership of Hamilton's Uniform World. Ted was a lifelong tennis aficionado playing for many years at the Burnt Store Country Club. He was a frequent participant in men's and mixed doubles. He was an athlete and a sportsman who enjoyed golfing, hunting, and salt and freshwater fishing. He loved watching football, especially the Miami Dolphins, the Florida State Seminoles, and the Charlotte High School football team. As a benefactor for the CHS Fighting Tarpons, Ted was instrumental in coordinating the CHS boat auction that obtained the lights for the CHS stadium. He also coached several Pop Warner teams and little league baseball teams. Many students and athletes from the classes of 1980-1988 remember Ted's support of Charlotte High School organizations. He was an avid band parent and a super supporter of the CHS athletic teams. He also served on the school advisory committee. His support for education even led him to teach classes in business principles and personal finances at Edison College and at the Arcadia Correctional Institute. He titled his unfinished autobiography, "The Great Life of Ted Aughey to Date." All who knew him remember a loving spouse, a loyal brother and son, a model father, a charismatic friend, a role model community member, a supportive boss and work colleague, and always ready with a new joke. He was a man who embraced life even with its sudden pitfalls and tragedies. He bounced back from a massive stoke and the destruction of his house and business from Hurricane Charley and a major fire. He overcame the turmoil of the real estate crash of the 1980s and 1990s to try entrepreneurial ventures. Ted was an enthusiastic participant in life. He leaves this legacy and character trait to his children and grandchildren. He will be sincerely missed. A gathering of friends and family will be held on Monday, April 2nd from 1pm to 2:30pm at Kays-Ponger and Uselton Funeral Home, 635 E. Marion Ave Punta Gorda, FL with a memorial service to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the following organizations that Ted supported and volunteered: Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center (CHEC) 10941 Burnt Store Road, Punta Gorda, FL 33955 http://checflorida.org/Support.html or the Charlotte County chapter of the Habitat for Humanity http://charlottecountyhfh.org/ The family would appreciate it if you visit www.kays-ponger.com to share comments, stories, and extend condolences.
Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Homes & Cremation Services
Port Charlotte, FL 33952
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