Eugene A. Teeple

Eugene A. Teeple, born on April 1, 1936, in Brimley, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2024. He was the beloved son of Edmund Teeple and Beulah Teeple (Holiday).

Eugene proudly served 20 years in the United States Air Force, retiring from the service. He also dedicated four years as a recruiter for the Army Reserve. Additionally, he was a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus, where he served as a Grand Knight. Eugene was a successful business owner and worked at the K-25 Nuclear Plant as a Security officer.

He was preceded in death by his Mom & Dad, Edmund Teeple and Beulah Teeple; his two sons, Gary Teeple and Leonard Teeple; his Granddaughter Amanda Teeple; his brothers, Gary and Leonard Teeple; and his sisters, Maxine Jerman and Catherine Teeple.

Eugene is survived by his loving wife, Edna Faye Teeple (West), with whom he shared 64 wonderful years of marriage; his sister, Regina Hudson (Rocky Hudson); his brother, Michael Teeple (Laura Teeple); and his grandchildren, Dustin Teeple, Heather Teeple, Brittany Teeple, Destiney Aguilar (Kevin Aguilar), Shania Teeple, and Hunter Teeple. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Alexander Lyons, Leland Teeple, Nylah Teeple, Liam Aguilar, Nash Aguilar, Aubree Baldasano, and Kaylee Teeple. Along with several nieces & nephews. 

Eugene resided in Tennessee but was deeply connected to Bay Mills Indian Community in Brimley, Michigan. He will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his community, and his service to his country. His presence, good jokes & stories will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Services will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Alcoa, Tennessee on Monday May 20,2024; Receiving of friends is at 9am followed by Mass at 10am. He will also have receiving of friends with burial services in Brimley, Michigan.