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Todd Christopher Headrick, Ph.D died October 20, 2021 in Carbondale, IL. He was born February 4,1960 in Ann Arbor, MI. The son of Sally and Don Proctor and Robert F. Headrick. Todd Christopher graduated from Chelsea High School in 1978. Both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts were completed at Eastern Michigan University then earned his Ph.D. from Wayne State University in Statistics and Measurement.

In 1999, he furthered his career in academia at Southern Illinois University (SIU) in Carbondale, Illinois, where he taught in the Department of Counseling, Quantitative Methods and Special Education as well as the Department of Psychology. Dr. Headrick was promoted to associate professor in 2004 and full professor in 2011. He also held an administrative role as Associate Dean of Research and Statistical Analysis and Department Chair of Counseling, Quantitative Methods and Special Education, and was the recipient of Provost Facility Fellow in 2017.

He applied his expertise in mathematical statistics and statistical computing methodology. Dr. Headrick’s resume includes a plethora of published work. To name a few pieces, he published a book titled Statistical Simulation: Power Method Polynomials and Other Transformations, which was listed in the top twenty of the library journal for best sellers in Mathematics in 2010, and has published over 94 articles in various journals between 1999 and 2016. In recognition of his impressive body of work, Dr. Headrick was awarded the Outstanding Scholar Award from SIU College of Education and Human Services in 2008. In January 2020, Todd Christopher retired from SIU but continued his pursuit of knowledge where he obtained a Master of Legal Studies degree from Arizona State University Law School just this summer.

He is survived by his parents, Don and Sally Proctor of Chelsea; his sisters, Lisa (James) Townsend and Kristi (nephew Evan); his brother, Dale (Linda); his other nephews and nieces, along with Ikseon Suh, his former spouse and love of his life. He was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas, his grandparents, and father, Robert.

Per Todd’s request, a private funeral Mass and burial will take place. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea.

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#7 Janet Holt 2021-11-03 15:21
As a professional colleague, I know Todd has made a great many contributions to the field of Education Statistics and Research that will live on as a tremendous legacy to the field. I also know Todd as a very professional and compassionate person. I always enjoyed talking to him at conferences, he was enthusiastic about his work and always passionate to talk about it. My condolences to his family, he will be missed!
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#6 Mohan Pant 2021-11-01 19:26
First of all, may God give Dr. Headrick's bereaved family enough strength to bear this loss. Dr. Headrick was a great mentor/advisor for me. He was a great human being with lots of empathy for others. I have been fortunate to work with him. I will always remember his tremendous contribution in my life. He will be always in my thoughts.
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#5 Matthew Keefer 2021-10-29 08:48
I am so sorry for your loss. Todd was truly a brilliant and very unique individual.
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#4 Carol and David Kiel 2021-10-28 22:15
I am so sorry for this loss. Yet another loss way too early. My love, thoughts and prayers for comfort and find memories during this difficult time.
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#3 Timothy Loucks 2021-10-28 09:24
I am so sorry for your families loss. I have very fond memories growing up across the street. Todd was a wonderful friend and he will be missed.
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#2 Debbie Bruns 2021-10-26 21:40
Todd was a colleague and a friend. He provided valuable advice and feedback throughout the years, which will be missed.
May his memory be a blessing.
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#1 Michael May 2021-10-25 21:55
Todd will never be forgotten. As neighbors he would swing by on his way home from work to check in on how the family was doing. As a colleagues, we published together and shared ideas about the world. One of the things I liked most about Todd was his predictability. Never did you have to wonder where he stood on issues. He was always collegial and sought ways to include the people he cared most about. He always had a fairly mild disposition and high academic standards. Predictably, any time I hear Journey playing on the radio I am reminded of my friend and college, Todd Christopher Headrick. I often joked with him because neither of us had family in the area my kids could call him “Uncle Todd.” It put a smile on his face. He looked after me in more ways than one, I felt a sense of brotherhood with him, and we would lean on each other in challenging times. Godspeed, my friend.
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