Mon, 03/01/2021 - 7:15pm

Theodore J. Hedstrom.

CAMDEN — Theodore John Hedstrom, 14, beloved son, brother, and friend passed away at 1 a.m. on Thursday, February 25, 2021 in a house fire.

Theodore was born March 17, 2006 in Rockport, Maine. From the very start, Theodore was the gentlest of souls. He was so affectionate to his family, friends, and everyone in his life, always with a kind word, a gentle touch, or an understanding smile and look. People were drawn to Theodore because of this. He was a model of how to live life for all of us, even his elders. Theodore was wise beyond his years.

Theodore loved animals, and animals sensed his gentle nature. All the family pets were drawn to him; even snakes and turtles Theodore caught in the wild were quickly calm with him.

Theodore loved hockey, baseball, golf, fishing, and playing cards with his brothers and sister. He was a great teammate and friend. He was the first to welcome a new teammate or classmate to make them feel comfortable, in his own quiet and confident way.

Theodore was a favorite brother to all his siblings. There is no greater testament to his kindness than the fact that those who were closest to him all loved him the most.

Theodore will be missed and mourned for the rest of our lives.

He predeceased by grandfathers, H. Dexter Hedstrom, and Phillip Connors.

Surviving are his parents, Thomas A. Hedstrom and Carrie F. Connors; grandmothers, Kathleen Hedstrom, and Kathleen Connors; brothers, Connor, Brady, Cameron and Nicolas; and sister, Pearl; aunts and uncles John and Nancy Smoley, Joanna and Steve Suomi, Chris and Holly Hedstrom, Mike and Meghan Hedstrom, Kate and Chris Orbon, Jill and Cory Schneider, and a special great-aunt, Mary Terese Schelble.

There will be a “drive-in” Celebration of his Life at 12 noon, Saturday, March 6, 2021 at the Owls Head Transportation Museum parking lot.

Memorial gifts may be made to the Shriner’s Hospital for Children, Boston Burn Care Unit. www.donate.lovetotherescue.org . Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.longfuneralhomecamden.com.

Arrangements are with the Long Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 9 Mountain Street, Camden.

Theodore’s father provides the following statement:

I am sad for the loss of my son Theodore. He was the most kind and gentle person I ever met. It was an honor to be his father. If you would like to show your support for us, please make donations in Theodore's name to this wonderful organization: Shriners Hospital for Children, Boston Burn Care Unit.

https://donate.lovetotherescue.org/give/119312/#!/donation/checkout?utm_source=shcmain&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=donatebutton&utm_campaign=shc&c_src=shc&c_src2=main

Theodore touched many lives in all of his passions and hobbies. If you would like to donate to one Theodore's favorite organizations, please support:

Shriners Hospital for Children, Boston Burn Care Unit.

Donate online at www.lovetotherescue.org Please include the email address hedstrom2021@gmail.com so the family may be notified.

You can also donate by calling 844-739-0849, or mail in the donation. The address is:

Shriners Hospitals for Children

Attn: Processing Center

PO Box 863765

Orlando, FL 32886

Five Town Babe Ruth

http://fivetownbaberuth.website.sportssignup.com

For donations, please call 207-701-1455oremail lynnekbrown@mac.com

Maine Coast Storm Hockey

www.mainecoaststorm.org/page/show/625668-fundraising

mainecoaststormfundraiser@gmail.com or send a check with "In memory of Theo Hedstrom" directly to

Maine Coast Storm

PO Box 1166

Rockport, ME 04846

Five Town Little League
- Website with “donate” link: http://ftll.sportsoffice.com Please include a note in the webform: “In memory of Theo”.
- Facebook page, for information:: www.Facebook.com/fivetownlittleague
- Contact: Rick Thackeray, President, Board of Directors
- Email: mainefivetownlittleleague@gmail.com
- Description: FTLL provides opportunities for children ages 5-12 living in the towns of Appleton, Camden, Hope, Lincolnville, and Rockport to play organized baseball, softball, and tee ball while building the values of good sportsmanship and good citizenship.

Camden Hills Regional High School Golf Team

www.facebook.com/Camden-Hills-Golf-149031178503344

Camden Rockport Middle School Golf Team

gooserivergolfmaine@gmail.com