O’FALLON, Mo. — Dr. Theodore “Ted” S. Rummel died November 1, 2026, at age 67. He was born April 3, 1959.

Dr. Rummel served in the Army as a helicopter pilot and flight instructor and later as a National Guard battalion surgeon, retiring as a major after 20 years of military service. He earned his medical degree in Kirksville and practiced orthopedic surgery in the St. Charles area. After becoming paralyzed in 2010, he returned to caring for patients and performing surgery.

Survivors include his wife, Kathy, four children and seven grandchildren.

A gathering will be November 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Baue Funeral Home–Cave Springs, 3950 West Clay Street, St. Charles. A memorial service begins at 1:30 p.m. A reception follows from 3 to 6 p.m. at WingHaven Country Club, 7777 WingHaven Boulevard, O’Fallon. Memorial contributions may be made to Camp Hope.