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Marsha Putnam
December 13, 2010
Dear Tenlen Family, Your Tom was a great guy and help so many folks become better horsemen. I am sorry for your loss.
December 13, 2010
Our heartfelt condolences and sympathy go out to all of you. Tom was a great guy! Jay & Sue Woolworth friends from Metal Fab.
David&Rosella Bonino
December 11, 2010
Dear Toni & Family, Our sincere, deepest sympathy for the great loss. Your memories will sustain you all, with lots of warm love, Dave & Rosella
Mike Reed
December 11, 2010
Tenlen Family,
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Tom for 40 years. He was one of the most interesting, knowledgeable, dedicated to his interests (History-Travel-Michigan State-Horses-Union-Family) truly good friend I knew. He delivered many invaluable lessons of life, and he will truly be missed.
Mike Reed
Duane Lindsay
December 10, 2010
To the Tenlen family,
I was so sorry and saddened to hear about Tom's passing. I had the good fortune to work with Tom on 3rd shift. We worked on a special project for about six months, just he and I. He was such a pleasure to work with and be around. That was why he had so many friends among his coworkers. He and I had many great discussions about politics and history, and of course we also talked many times about our families. I know how much he will be missed by the family he loved so much.
With deepest sympathy,
Duane Lindsay
Duane Lindsay
December 10, 2010
To the Tenlen family,
I was so sorry and saddened to hear about Tom's passing. I had the good fortune to work with Tom on 3rd shift. We worked on a special project for about six months, just he and I. He was such a pleasure to work with and be around. That was why he had so many friends among his coworkers. He and I had many great discussions about politics and history, and of course we also talked many times about our families. I know how much he will be missed by the family he loved so much.
With deepest sympathy,
Duane Lindsay
Lauren Tenlen
December 9, 2010
My Grandpa was a legend, and a great man. He made me laugh and just made my life amazing. I have too many memories with him, and they will be in my heart forever. I love you so much
<3Lauren
Sarah Tenlen
December 9, 2010
I have had so many memories with my Grandpa, they were the best memories that I have ever had. One memory was that everytime me and Lauren would find a frog in his backyard he said that he would eat it for lunch, and I always believed him:) He was probably the funniest man that I ever met. I will never forget all those fun times. I love you and miss you Grandpa.
LOVE SARAH
Katie Hartsuff
December 9, 2010
Tricia,Barry, Tavis Walters and Toni Tenlen-Sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We have many great memories of riding lessons on Peacock Road and horse shows with you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love Katie (Bulemore) Hartsuff and Gary Bulemore
Katie Hartsuff
December 9, 2010
Tricia,Barry, Tavis Walters and Toni Tenlen-Sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We have many great memories of riding lessons on Peacock Road and horse shows with you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love Katie (Bulemore) Hartsuff and Gary Bulemore
Carole Dembek
December 8, 2010
My condolences to the Tenlen family for the loss of Tom. I didn't know Tom very well but will always remember his big smile and his wonderful travel stories! I know Tom was very special to my sister Nancy Tenlen and will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Marie Roberts
December 8, 2010
To the Tenlen Family, Our deepest sympathy in your loss. We are here for you in this trying time. Your friends @ Demmer Program Mgmt.
Bill Norman
December 7, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I knew him for over 40 years as a friend and fellow diemaker. He was special and will be missed. God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Emily Bohnsack
December 7, 2010
I can't remember a day when my grandpa was not smiling. I will always remember him when ever I put on the lovley silver necklace with the blue bead that he gave me. He will forever remain in my heart. I love you Grandpa
Charlie Ross
December 7, 2010
Tom was one of my first journeymen. He was an excellent teacher and staunch union man. He was also the personification of Sisu. My condolences to the family.
Bob Glover
December 7, 2010
I,m sorry to read of Toms passing. I worked with him, in the die room @ metal fab. He was a great guy to be around.
Nancy Tenlen
December 6, 2010
He was one of the best men I've ever known. HIs love for his family was incredible and his love for his wife was something everyone would dream of. He loved all of his travels! I'll always remember his love for History-especially the Civil War!! We will miss you Dad, We wish we could still be holding your hand... Love, David & Nancy
Nancy Tenlen
December 6, 2010
To one of the best men I've ever known. His love for his family was incredible and his love for his wife was something everyone would dream of. He enjoyed every trip he ever went on with Toni.I'll always remember him loving History, especially the Civil War!! I wish we could still be holding your hand.. We love you and will always miss you ... Love David and Nancy
December 6, 2010
Those of us from the Class of 1954; Ironwood, Michigan will remember Tom for his friendliness and his warm smile. He will be missed.
Elaine Koski Jegi
Erica Tenlen
December 6, 2010
My Grandpa was a great man. He traveled the world, enjoyed studying history, and loved telling stories and cracking jokes. His love for life and happiness will live on forever in my heart. I love you Grandpa Tenlen.
Love,
Erica and Dan
Cindy Adams/Roll
December 6, 2010
I am so so sorry to hear of your loss. I have a lot of fond memories growing up in the Tenlen household, going to horse shows, cleaning stalls and all that good stuff.... :-) I am praying for you all in this very difficult time. Love you all dearly!!
December 6, 2010
We met Tom in Cancun and he proceeded to tell us he was from Buttermilk, TX and we always had great times together during Happy Hour.
Toni, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, let your wonderful memories of Tom help you during the difficult times.
Lorne and Liz Nichols
Bill and Diana Tenlen
December 6, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
December 6, 2010
words can not express how sorry we were to hear of Tom's passing , so glad we got to see him at the bonfire , enjoying spartan football and seeing all his treasured gardens and family ! Love Don and Linda Chamberlin
Ron & Kathy Thornton
December 6, 2010
Tricia, Barry and Tavis,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord give you strength and comfort in your time of need.
December 6, 2010
Toni,
I was so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. To remember us you will have to think way back to some good times at your arena and our CMHA days - before we moved to Missouri. God bless you and comfort you.
Steve and Linda Miller
Kim Roe
December 6, 2010
To the whole Tenlen family, your Dad (and husband -toni) was a very special man. I will always remember the dinners, the football games etc. My kids are I will always have a special place in our hearts for him.
Julie Tenlen
December 6, 2010
Dad, I will miss you more than words can say. You were truly a "good man" and I will try to smile every time I think of you. Until we hug each other again, your loving and admiring daughter-in-law, Julie
Laurie Muhn
December 6, 2010
Toni, I am not sure if you will remember Shallah and me (Laurie Muhn). We boarded with you from about 1991-1993 and I rode with Carol Johnson and Val Lau. We are still horsing around and I am boarding at Red Creek which is your old place!!!!! Many wonderful memories were made at Triple T.
Laurie & Serenity (my forever horse)
December 6, 2010
Karl (and Julie),
It sounds like your dad was a great guy and will be sorely missed. Wishing you strength and peace during this difficult time.
Mike Sternik
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