Obituary of Earl Theodore Esse

Earl T. Esse Jr., known as Ted, died July 25 at the age of 68 at his home in Apple Valley, MN. Ted was a warm-hearted man who cared deeply for his family and often showed his love for them by taking on projects big and small. He was a great traveler, near to home and far abroad, traveling both with his family and during his 35-year career at Control Data and, later, Revenue Technology Services. Ted was born in Berkeley, Calif. on Oct 19, 1946. He was preceded in death by his father, Earl; and mother, Renee. Ted is survived by his wife Judith, daughters Melina Esse (Holly Watkins), Katherine Esse (Brian Meyer), and Juliana Wallace (Kyle); grandchildren, Gemma and Fiona Wallace, and Lucas Meyer; sister, Jacqueline Ludgin; brother, Don Esse (Patricia); nephews, Scott Ludgin, Doug Ludgin (Elise), Jason Esse, and Jared Esse (Stephanie); as well as relatives and friends. Memorial service is on Thursday, July 30th, visitation at 10, service at 11, reception to follow at the Cremation Society of MN in Edina. Memorials can be directed in Ted's name to the Minnesota Historical Society at: mnhs.org