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Tennyson Sanders Obituary

Tennyson Sanders12/15/22 ~ 10/29/04  Tennyson (Joe Sanders), loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away October 29, 2004 at home after a brief battle with cancer.  Born December 15, 1922 in Castle Gate, Utah to Rhea Pollock and Ray Williams, and stepfather Harry Winfield Sanders. Married Amy Udora Memmott August 13, 1949 in Ogden, Utah. Marriage solemnized May 29, 1992 in the St. George Temple. Father of five sons, five daughters, 35 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren.  He lovingly cared for his mother and father-in-law until their deaths and opened his home and heart to his handicapped brother-in-law (Jack Memmott) who he cared for and befriended for over 40 years.  He loved his wife, children, grandchildren, in-laws and outlaws and after looking after their needs his favorite hobby was fishing with family and friends. We will all miss him dearly.  He is survived by his wife, Amy and nine children, Roxanne Charleen (Richard) Johnson, Rhea Irene (Michael) McQuay, Calvin Dwayne, Ivy Inez (Farley) Collins, Amy LaReen (Louis) Mattena, Cheryl Ann (Dave) Plott, Tennyson Bryan (Traci), Randy Mark, Chad Gwynn (Donna). Also survived by two siblings, sister Winona Kinder, Oceanside, CA and brother, Ron Williams, Kannaraville, UT. He was preceded in death by son Gary Blair (Anna) and great-grandson Jacob Collins.  Services will be held at the Ensign Ward Chapel, 1401 W. 700 S., Salt Lake City, Utah, November 5, 2004 at 10 a.m. Family and friends may call Thursday, Nov. 4, 2004, Russon Brothers Mortuary, 255 So. 200 E., Salt Lake City, Utah, 6-8 p.m., and 8:45-9:45 a.m. Friday at the church. Graveside services held before interment Friday at 3 p.m. in the Scipio Cemetery, Scipio, Utah. Online guest book and directional maps are available at  www.russonmortuary.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Nov. 3, 2004.

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Amy McQuay

November 9, 2004

Grandpa, we love and miss you dearly. You were such a wonderful example for us of a loving husband, parent, and grandparent. I will always cherish the memories I have of you; especially those of all the affectionate moments I remember between you and Grandma. We are all so lucky to have had such an perfect example of marriage. Thank you for teaching me how to make fudge. I love you!

Shellie Biesele

November 5, 2004

My family and I are very sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during your time of sorrow.

Crystal Redding

November 5, 2004

Although you feel pain and sadness in your hearts because you will miss him so much. Try to remember that this is a time to celebrate his life. Cherish the memories you have with him and he will live on forever in your hearts. Remember that he is in a far better place, free of pain and at peace. My prayers are with you all.

Royalene Thomas

November 4, 2004

It has been an honor to have known Tennyson, especially through my Son-in-law He speaks always of the mentor his Grandpa has been in his life. God's speed and light.

Royalene Thomas

Debby & Wayne Brothersen

November 3, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Scarlett & Wayne Bloomquist

November 3, 2004

Our toughts are with you and your family during this very hard time.



Love, Scarlett and Wayne

Jody Mattena

November 3, 2004

Grandpa was the most loving, honest, and kind man I have ever known in my whole life.He was always so happy to see his family and loved hugs. George, Kay and I loved going fishing with him and watering the trees in Scipio. We learned so very much from him and will love and cherish him always. Thank you Grandpa

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