The auto industry has recently lost another designer that so many of us have known as a colleague and a friend. Jeff Teague passed on at the age of 59.
The ACCD Alumni followed in the footsteps of his father, Richard. Jeff left his mark as the Chief of Design for Volkswagen Design of America, and as a Senior Designer at Mitsubishi Motors of America. He also contributed to the design efforts at Ford, Hyundai/Kia, and Subaru.
Afterwards, Teague opened shop just north of Los Angeles. His efforts were instrumental at reviving two classic automotive brands. Both attempts to return Duesengberg and Packard back to the road were cut short. However, the passion in these projects is clearly seen in his designs.
As a tribute to Jeff, a celebration of his life will take place at Art Center College of Design on Sunday, August 28th at 11:30 AM at the Hillside Campus at the Sculpture Garden (where the Car Classic is held). There will be a service and presentation on Jeff’s life and accomplishments, and time to reflect with colleagues, friends, and family.
The family of Jeff Teague has asked that anyone wishing to make a donation in Jeff’s memory please do so to the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology (DIO).
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The Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology is the not-for-profit, research education arm of the Department of Ophthalmology of the Henry Ford Health System. DIO is committed to assisting and educating the visually impaired and blind helping them maintain independence and dignity, while learning how to live a satisfying and productive life in a sighted world. DIO is also the world leader in facilitating collaborative research related to the eye.
The proceeds from the DIO’s annual fundraising event, EyesOn Design, help support these programs. Both the EyesOn Design Car Show and the DIO were important to Mr. Teague. Dr. Hessburg of the Institute has been in contact with Mrs. Teague, and greatly appreciates the family naming DIO in its memorial giving plans.
Checks may be made payable to: HFHS Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology and mailed to DIO at 15415 E. Jefferson, Grosse Pointe Park MI 48230
The memo line of the check should state “In Memory of Jeff Teague”
To make a donation online – click here
At the bottom of the donor’s information form, it asks if this is a “Tribute Gift”. Please click “Yes” and enter Mr. Jeff Teague’s name, and list Mrs. Teague’s name and address to be notified that a gift was made in Mr. Teague’s memory (no amount is mentioned), and complete the rest of the information required and submit.
Your contribution is greatly appreciated.
