Silas Neil Teeter

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Biography: Silas Neil Teeter, 72, of Little Rock passed away on June 25, 2015. Neil was preceded in death by father, Silas Milton Teeter, mother, Crystal May Price Teeter and brother, Norman Teeter. Neil is survived by his wife of 33 years, Linda Brown Teeter; brother, Milton Price Teeter and Donna -of Russellville; and nephew, John Milton Teeter and Megan of Fayetteville. Born and raised in Russellville, Neil developed a love for music and earned a music scholarship to Arkansas Tech University. After graduation, Neil was a band director in Arkansas schools for twenty-five years including Berryville, Helena-West Helena, Hot Springs, and Pulaski County Special School District. As a life-long musician, Neil played with a variety of musical groups ranging from the Arkansas Symphony to jam sessions with friends. Visitation will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 29, 2015, followed by a memorial service at 3 p.m. at Ruebel Funeral Home, 6313 W. Markham St., Little Rock AR 72205. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Arkansas Tech University Foundation, Scholarship Fund, 8820 Tech Lane, Russellville, AR 72801. The family expresses great appreciation for the excellent care provided by the staff of St. Vincent Hospital, Little Rock.

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Marcia Bowen

#19

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

He was my 7th and 8th grade band director at Eliza Miller Junior High. I have thought of him over the years and wondered where and what he was doing...wondered if he was somewhere breaking his baton while trying to get the kids on the right count. I will never forget how he use to ball a piece of paper up and put it in his pocket. He said it was to help him remember things. Wish we could've had a reunion with him. Alas, we will.

Deborah Howard

#18

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My whole family loved Neil. He was an important part of my life, in particular. Neil had one of the best personalities and greatest senses of humor of anyone I've ever known. My sympathies to you during this sorrowful time.

Nancy McDonald Rinehart

#17

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I have thought of Mr. Teeter so often over the past 45+ years. I was that talkative, majorette, bell lyre player in the Fuller High School band. I will always remember his first year as the band conductor at Fuller. It gives me such good memories ---such as the beautiful fall day that the band and drill team went to Conway for the county fair parade. We were the only ones to show up because we were a day too early!! We went back the next day, which was a dreary, rainy day!! To the family, I will pray for you all.

Cheryl Mathis

#16

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

What fond memories of Mr. Teeter. Many good laughs in that old band building in Jr High school. How he lived music and taught us to do the same, he made such an impact on me.
Your family is in my prayers.

Sherry Brown Canten

#15

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless You & be with you always.

Robbie PAsswaters

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Linda and Family
I am so sorry to hereabout Neil. He was a very go band director. He taught me a lot about music and how to play the tuba I will for you and family

Clark & Sandi Isaacs

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I was so shocked to hear of Mr. Teeter's death this morning. He showed me how to make music...not just play the notes. I have very fond memories of him in the temporary building at Cloverdale Jr. High. Chicago had just come out with their hit album and he was so psyched that there was a trombone soloing on a pop hit album! Another memory is while we were learning a new piece we often tapped our foot too hard on the old wood floor and he would warn us not to do so "or the termites will quite holding hands and the whole building will collapse". Even got to practice some with his band the Brass Button in Malvern. The world is a little less cool today with his passing.
So Sorry for your Loss.

Jeremy Young

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I learned so much from him. I always hated when he left.

Leslie Walters McNutt

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

What a huge impact Mr. Teeter had on my life. I loved being in his band class and thought of him often over the years. He is certainly jamming in heaven with the greats!

Doris Soenke

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Linda, Praying for your comfort, strength and peace of mind and heart at one of the toughest times. I am so sorry for your loss and Neil's peaceful repose.

Mary Gardner

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am so sorry about the loss of Neil. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you and give you strength and comfort, and the peace of knowing His pure goodness and overflowing love that He has for you always.

Amy Gerlach

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Linda, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. May The Lord bless you and give you strength to make it through. Neil will be missed by many.

Tanya Lovell-Bowen

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Mr. Teeter was one of my favorite teachers. I learned so much about him and enjoyed playing in his class. Hate to hear this. :-(

Stella Bravo-Goldman

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My dear friend Linda, I want to express my condolences to you and to the family and friends of both you and your dear husband, Neal. I believe mourning is something we will all do for someone because of ancestry or life offered opportunity.
I didn't have an opportunity to get to know your husband, Neal. But, I met you by one of life's golden opportunities.
Therefore, my dear friend, I join you, your family and friends in feeling sadness and loss. I touch palms for Neal and reserve a warm embrace for you. NMRK<3 Stella

The broyles Family

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our thoughts are with you during this time. God has embraced him and carried him home, and He has wrapped you in His Arns to give you comfort. We love you,

In Love,
Scott & Donna Broyles
& Family

trudy & kelly pearson

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our thoughts & prayers for God's peace are with you, Linda & with Neil's additional family also.

Chad and Deanna McCoy

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our hearts and prayers go out to Neil's family. He was a great man who always made me smile. He kindly and patiently shared his wife with all of her staff for many years. You will truly be missed.

Jamie Wagner

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Praying for you. I understand what you are going through, it was me eleven years ago. God will give strength each day. Love you! Ken & Jamie

Kay & Bruce Brown

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our love & prayers are with you Linda. We love you a lot. Kay & Bruce