| Rogers Area Lions Club of Rogers, Minnesota |
In Memory of Ted Biren
Theodore "Ted" Biren was a dedicated, generous man of family, faith, and fellowship
who served both his community and country. In early 2006 Ted was diagnosed with
cancer and passed away November 16, 2006.
Ted and his wife Donna "Terry" Biren were married in 1951. Together they had
seven children, 12 grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, and one
step-great-grandchild. As busy as he was with his family, he still found time to give
back to the community. Ted was honored for his community service in 2000 with
the "Rogers Citizen of the Year" Award.
Ted was deeply committed in his faith. He was a 45 year active member of St.
Walburga Catholic Church in Fletch and participated in the Knights of Columbus.
He volunteered for C.R.O.S.S., a local organization serving families and individuals in
times of need.
During his life, Ted found himself in many roles, including inventor, patent holder,
business owner, and humanitarian. When the call came, Ted served his Country on
the front lines during the Korean War. Ted was a lineman for NSP for 40 years. He
often worked in inclement weather restoring power for those seeking shelter from the
storm.
Ted was instrumental in the organization and execution of The Rogers Thrashing
Show for many years. He dedicated countless hours to the event, both in the weeks
leading up to and the days of the actual show. He also contributed to the success of
the Itasca Threshing Show.
Ted Joined the Rogers Lions in 1983. During his 23 years of perfect attendance,
Lion Ted was honored with many awards. In 1991-1992, he was awarded Rogers
Lion of the Year. In 1995, he received the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award. In
2006, Lion Ted was honored with the Rogers Lions Oliver Kapsner Fellowship
Award, the clubs highest award, named in memory of Charter Member Oliver
Kapsner. Ted was actively involved in all club events, bringing his positive attitude
and unique talents. Some of these talents eventually tagged him as the "Club
Electrician," but his contributions did not stop with electrical work. Ted helped with
construction, organization, planning, or anything else needing to be done. Ted
sponsored many new members, including his son in law.
Ted Biren dedicated countless years to community service by selflessly volunteering
time, talents, and leadership. Ted Participated in Lion events with a smile and a
helping hand, never afraid to get his hands dirty. Community service and generosity
were important in his life. Lionism was a true reflection of Ted's morals and ethics.
His accolades speak for themselves, but the generosity and fellowship that Ted
fostered in all those he touched is a timeless tribute to his Lionism. Ted's dedication
and charity were contagious and now live on in a new generation of Lions, a true
testament to Lion Ted.
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