Thomas Tenney
May 29, 2009
Thomas P. Tenney, of Des Moines, IA, died May 29, 2009 at his home surrounded by family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 5, 2009 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway. A visitation will be held on Thursday, June 4, 2009 from 5 to 8:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 7 to 8:00 p.m.
Thomas was born November 17, 1947, in Oak Park, Illinois, to Ruth (Tenney) Tidball and Phillip H. Tenney. He served in the U.S. Army as military police during the Vietnam War. Tom continued service to his Country as a member of the Iowa National Guard, 1/194th U.S. Cavalry. After being discharged from the service, Tom started his career selling pots and pans all the way to forklifts. Later he was able to pursue his passion and become a professional photographer.
He is survived by his wife, Jill; Meridith, daughter of Shari Tenney and Thomas; Kimberly (Kent) Brunner, Margaret (Gary) Jensen and, Tom Kublie, daughters and son of Diane (Tenney) Stewart and Thomas; mother, Ruth Tidball; brother, Phil Tenney; and sister, Pam Bentzinger; and Tolstoy, Leo, and Tasha, loyal companions of Carolyn (Tenney) Rogers and Thomas; and six grandchildren. Tom was preceded in death by his father, Phillip H. Tenney; stepfather, John Tidball; and infant granddaughter, Alexandra Brunner.
Memorial contributions may be directed towards the Animal Life Line, Animal Rescue League, or the Rush Limbaugh Organization for Families of Returning Soldiers, in loving memory of Thomas Tenney.
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John Rains
06/04/2009
To the family: I am very sorry about Tom's passing! Tom was a recruiter for the Army National Guard and I was his supervisor during that period of duty. Tom was a good guy, always had a smile, laughed easily and was very dedicated to his country. All of you should be proud he served his country and State with distinction. Death of a loved one is hard at best, but with every one who goes before us they leave a legacy of memories. I am sure you have many!
John Rains
Sergeant Major (Retired)
Army National Guard
Lynne (Miller) Colebaugh
06/04/2009
To all of Toms family.
The Independence High School, class of '66 will sadly miss you. Each reunion will have a missing link...our special friend and classmate Tom. We will all meet again in a better place and time. Now that will be the best of reunions !!
Lynne
Kevin Mortenson
06/04/2009
My heartfelt condolences on your loss. It breaks my heart not to be there. Tommy was the first to give me a chance, the first to believe in me and to put up with me. Without Tommy I would not have been the man I am. The world will truly never be as bright. Rest well Trooper till we meet again on the green. Deuce
Roger & Joanne Tenney
05/31/2009
May Joanne and I extend our profound sympathy to all of you in this very difficult time. May God also grant you His peace and strength to get through this time. May your loving memories of husband and father always be with you!
Roger & Joanne Tenney
Greenbrier, TN