Theodore F. "Ted" Gladu, 53, of New Bedford died Saturday December 23, 2017.
Born in New Bedford, the son of Beatrice (Rebello) Gladu and the late George R. Gladu, he lived in New Bedford for most of his life.
Ted was formerly employed as an automobile mechanic.
He enjoyed playing video games, watching movies, and being on his computer.
He is survived by his mother, Beatrice; his longtime companion, Christine Wesolowski; his sisters, Tracey Gomes and Tammy Hierholcer and her husband Robert; his aunt, Alice Cardoza; his nephew, Anthony Gladu; and two nieces, Amber Reis and Brooke Gomes.
Private funeral arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.