Ralph E. Tennihan

Ralph Tennihan Obituary

TENNIHAN, Ralph E._Of Dedham, formerly of Jamaica Plain, age 84, left this earth surrounded by his loving family on June 29th. Loving husband for over 58 years to Marie (Hilferty) Tennihan. Devoted father to Paul K. Tennihan and his wife Marilyn (Mal) of Westwood, Jean M. Tennihan of Norwood, and Jane T. Weiss and her husband Andrew of Dedham. Cherished grandfather of Meredith and Molly Tennihan of Westwood and Emma Weiss of Dedham. Son of the late Ralph E. Tennihan and Mary (Fetherston) Tennihan and brother to the late Mary Scipione, Dorothy Boyle Blood and Joseph W. Tennihan. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ralph was a proud veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard during WW II, serving on the USS Falgout. He spent most of his working years in the transportation industry where he used his keen sense of humor and charisma to achieve professional and personal success. Upon retirement, he took a position at the Dedham Institution for Savings, where he was employed at his time of death. He was the "voice of Dedham Savings" as the bank's switchboard operator for over 18 years. Ralph held the title of Traffic Commissioner in Dedham and was a member of the Traffic Committee for many years. He was a member of the Society in Dedham for Apprehending Horse Thieves. He was a loyal parishioner and past usher of St. Denis Church in Westwood. Ralph will always be remembered for his quick Irish wit, his distinguished appearance and his love of family and friends. His stories and laughter will live in the hearts of his family forever. Funeral from the George F. Doherty & Sons Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home, 456 High St., DEDHAM, Thursday at 9 AM. Funeral mass in St. Denis Church, Westwood, at 10 AM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Wednesday from 4-8 PM. Interment Brookdale Cemetery, Dedham. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, the charity that always held a special place in Ralph's heart. Online guestbook and directions at www.gfdoherty.com. George F. Doherty & Sons, Dedham 781-326-0500

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 1 to Jul. 18, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Tennihan

13 Entries

Robert Tennihan.

June 25, 2021

RIP Ralph.

Stacey Coyne

July 24, 2008

Jean and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember Ralph as the voice of Dedham Savings! He will be missed.

Mike Casey

July 19, 2008

Mr. Tennihan,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the USCG during WW II aboard the destroyer escort USS Falgout(DE 324). And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Paratus!

Lisa Tennihan

July 15, 2008

So sorry to hear of your family's loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Fred Manzi

July 9, 2008

Jean and family,

Sorry to hear of your father's passing and hoping that your memories will keep his spirit with you.

Fred and Patti Manzi

Alex and Kiera Rowe

July 9, 2008

Jane, Andy and Emma,
So sorry for family's great loss. Our thoughts are with you.

Rob Corlito

July 4, 2008

Jean and family:

Very sorry to hear about your loss. Ralph was truly a breath of fresh air. Years after I left the bank I'd call the main number just hear his joke of the day. He will be missed...

Todd Farrell

July 3, 2008

Uncle Ralph will be missed- it was always a joy to be in his company. I am very lucky to have known him and will remember him fondly.

Barry Tennihan

July 3, 2008

Very sorry to hear about your loss. My best to the family.

Robert Tennihan

July 3, 2008

I am sorry to hear about your loss, My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lisa Bartiet

July 2, 2008

Jane and family:
So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time
Lisa (Tavares) Bartiet

Beth Santella

July 2, 2008

Dear Jean, Jane and family,

However one felt, Ralph could instantly bouy them by his answer to "How are you today, Ralph?" "Much better now that you've called!" It worked every time. Dedham Savings will not be the same without his voice cheering customers and employees on a regular basis. May your memories bring you peace for his life well lived.

Paula Britt

July 2, 2008

With heartfelt sympathy to Ralph's beloved family. I will always remember his laughter.

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