Theophane 'Ted' Souza was born in San Leandro, CA on July 24, 1965. He died on November 2, 2011 in Las Cruces, NM. He was born to Sharon Lyon and Peter Souza. He gained an associates degree in Electronics Engineering in 1996. Most recently he lived 9 years in Virginia City, NV. He worked for many years as a Computer Network Specialist. Not only could his fix anyone's computer, but he could he could fix anything that broke. He enjoyed collecting military memorabilia, exploring the desert on his quad, and spent hours washing and waxing his beloved Cadillac. He was a kind, loyal and generous husband, father, brother and friend. He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Katherine; his 11 year old daughter, Faith; his sister, Shelly Radison; brothers, Mike Souza, Dennis Souza, Peter Michael Souza; mother, Sharon Sharp, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Peter Souza and brother, Tim Souza. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 12 at 11am at La Paz-Grahams Funeral Home at 555 W. Amador Ave. Las Cruces, NM (575) 526-6891. Memorial contributions may be made to the Veterans Guest House at 880 Locust Street, Reno, NV 89502 (775) 324-6958. Katherine Souza may be contacted at 232 Happy Trails North, Las Cruces, NM 88005 or tedkath@gmail.com