Ted Maczka RIP

With Ted at Paul Pospisil's June, 2013 Garlic Field Day in Maberly Ontario

Am very sad to hear that Ted Maczka the "Fish Lake Garlic Man" passed away. He was a true garlic pioneer. He was preaching the virtues of garlic long before it became fashionable. I was honoured to have him speak at the 2013 garlic festival. The last time we spoke was at the festival. He was feeling chilly so I loaned him my sweater. I could see that people wanted to listen to him, not just because he was talking about garlic but because they could sense his passion. Ted was a gracious and unassuming man. His grandaughter said about him: "It wasn't logical, but his passion for his craft was mesmerizing and what made him so unique."

 We'll miss you Ted.