Major Theodore W. Burgner, 59, of Kent, passed July 26, 2010. Ted retired from the US Air Force as a Major after 23 years of service. He was employed at First Energy for the last 12 years. Ted was a member the Air Force Association, the Non-Commissioned Officers Association and the American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen (Shina) Burgner; daughter, Michelle Burgner; grandson, Jace Stevens; step son, Rick Shina; step daughter, Julie Shina; and brother,Timothy D. (Pat) Burgner. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Donna Burgner. Calling hours will be held 4-8 PM Friday, July 30th at Bissler & Sons Funeral Home, where memorial services will be held 10:00 AM Saturday, July 31st. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to The Ted Burgner Memorial Fund, c/o First Merit Bank, 106 S. Main Street, Akron, OH 44308-1417 or your local branch.