Theodore John “Ted” Clapp

SACO – Theodore John “Ted” Clapp passed away on Feb. 5, 2025, after a long illness. He was 60 years old. Ted was born July 18, 1964, in Detroit, Michigan, to Bill and Eva Clapp. The family lived primarily in Detroit until 1981, moving to Nebraska Ted’s senior year in high school, and, yes, he was upset about that for the rest of his life (please don’t mention it).

After high school, Ted joined the Navy, serving as a reactor operator aboard the nuclear fast-attack sub, USS Groton 694, with the rank of E 5. When taking the Naval entrance exam, the recruiter told him that people don’t normally finish the test in the time allotted, so he should do his best. Ted finished the test in record time but also got every answer correct. He had a remarkable mind that worked very fast and solved problems easily and quickly.

After the Navy, he lived in Sanford, where he was living while stationed in Portsmouth, N.H. He worked for various companies repairing machinery. Eventually, Ted bought a house on Mousam Lake in Shapleigh, where he resided for the rest of his life.

After buying his home, Ted started his own business repairing computers and designing websites, using his nickname, “Tteddo.” He was successful, having over 1,700 customers in southern Maine and New Hampshire. Ted loved to vacation with friends on the British Virgin Island of Tortola.

Ted is survived by his sister Julie Clapp of Kennebunk, brother David Berri (wife Lynn) of Cedar City, Utah, and sister Amy Watkin of Holland, Michigan. He is also survived by several nephews, nieces, great-nephews, and an extended family of cousins. He was

predeceased by his parents, Bill (2003) and Eva (2006).

Ted did not want a funeral or memorial service, so his wishes will be respected. Instead, a gathering for family and friends (and anyone who cared for him) will occur on July 19, 2025, at the Shapleigh Commons from 3 to 5 p.m.

Instead of flowers, donations can be made in his name to the National Park Service.s.