JOSEPH TENNANT Jr.

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JOSEPH TENNANT Obituary

Joseph Max Tennant, Jr. "Joe" 07/21/1957~02/24/2011 Cherished son and brother Joseph Max Tennant, Jr., our "Joe", aged 53, quietly returned to his Heavenly Father February 24th, 2011, following the onset of Alzheimer's. Joe was born to J. Max and Ruth B. Tennant on July 21, 1957 in SLC; he was the ninth child in a family of 11, with one brother and nine sisters: Brent (Jody) Tennant, Farmington, UT; Susan (Stuart) Waldrip, Midway, UT; Sally (Charles) Clark, Farmington, UT; Becky (Bob) Kristiansen, Everett, WA; Janis (Dave) Swope, Katy, TX; Julia (Bill) Hamilton, Bountiful, UT; Helen (Chris) Cummings, Sandy, UT; Dawn (Cam) Brown, Boise, ID; Alice (Brett) Wight, San Diego, CA, and Tresa (Steve) Chamberlain, SLC, UT. Joe lived 48 years in SLC with his family and parents; he then lived with Helen and Chris Cummings for 3 happy years. Most recently he lived in Quilceda Meadows Community of Marysville, WA, which he called "my OWN home" with the loving help of Becky and Bob Kristiansen and many special caregivers. With a handshake and a hug, you quickly became Joe's special friend; he would declare, "You my friend." We thank our long-time neighbors Floyd and Carol Jackson for their kindness to Joe; we also thank all of his faithful friends everywhere. Joe worked at Deseret Industries, LDS Employment Center, and IHOP. Special Needs Mutual was a weekly highlight. He earned his Eagle Scout Award and garnered swimming medals during the Special Olympic Games. His life's mission was one of courage, friendship, laughter, and love. Often he would say, "I love my Dad", "I love my Mom", and "I love my family." He would also say "I love my Heavenly Father", "I bear my testimony", and last of all, "I try." Joe is survived by his 95-year-old mother and many cousins, 52 nieces, nephews and 81 grandnieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, grandnephews Ryan Wight and Conner Clark, and grandniece Claire Canizales. One of Joe's favorite songs expresses his hope for the future: Somewhere, over the rainbow, Skies are blue . And, the dreams that you dare to dream Really do come true. Today for you, our dearest Joe, may your dreams begin to come true. Viewing and funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 12th at the Westview Ward, 2180 E. Meadowlark Way (9020 S.) Sandy. Viewing will be held at 12:00 noon; funeral will follow at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel. Internment will take place at Wasatch Lawn Cemetery, 3401 S. Highland Drive, SLC. Memorial Services will also be held in Marysville, WA on Saturday, March 5th. "You my friend. I love you." JOE

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Published by Deseret News on Mar. 6, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for JOSEPH TENNANT

7 Entries

Troy Oyler

March 17, 2011

There will never be anyone like Joe, truly. He was just "one of the kids" growing up.......

Lori (Gray) Whitmore

March 12, 2011

My favorite Memory of Joe was at church. He would always tell me not to go to the girls bathroom alone because there were ghosts in there. After I married and moved away I would occasionally visit the home ward and Joe wanted to sit by us and hold my baby daughter. He was always happy and brought a smile to my face.

Diane Richins Neilson

March 9, 2011

March 9th 2011

I new Joe all my life, my family and I
lived just down the street from Joe and
his family. I remember how good Joe's
family was to me, his mother especially
as she would invite me to there place
quite often for lunch & dinners. the
whole family was always there, Joes 9
sisters, one brother his Father Max and
mother Ruth. I always had a good meal
with them. I remember Joe always had a
nice smile on his face. God bless you
Ruth and family.
Love
Diane Richins as Joe
and family new me. I'm
now Diane Neilson

Diana Ulmer(Straschewski)

March 7, 2011

When I learned of Joe's passing it sent memories flashing through my mind of him. He brought happiness where ever he was. I posted his death on fb and so many people shared beautful memeories of him. Joe and his family has been a wonderful example to all. I'm greatful to Joe's Mom in that she was my example to fall back on for the short time I had my JJ who also had Downs Syndrome. I send my love to Joe's family at this tender time. May you find the peace and comfort the Savior brings.

Kristy (Gray)Arvanitas

March 7, 2011

Joe is a cherished memory of my childhood and loved seeing him every Sunday at church. I remember volunteering as a hugger at one of his swimming events when I was a teen. What a great privilege to give him a hug after he won. I hope to meet you again Joe. The world will be a little less sweet without you.

Matt DeYoung

March 6, 2011

I grew up down the street from Joe in the 1980's, and visiting Joe and his parents is something I have always cherished. Later in life, I came to recognize the reason I loved going over there so much: the great amount of the Spirit that resided in their home, and with Joe particularly.

I was only five when we moved away, but I'll never forget the impact Joe had on me. I like to think we were the best of friends, and I'll miss you Joe! Be sure to tell your dad I said hello!

Russell Francom

March 6, 2011

Thank you Joe for your example of courage, love, and faith. You have forever blessed my life and the lives of so many others.

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