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Henry Tilson Obituary
August 28, 1958 - December 9, 2020
Lee's Summit , Missouri - Henry Bundschu Tilson, Sr., went to be with his Lord on December 9, 2020, in Lee's Summit, Missouri. He was born August 28, 1958 to John B. Tilson and Sibyl Duff Tilson in Kansas City, Missouri.
Henry is survived by his wife, Peggy Keller Tilson; his son, Henry B. Tilson, Jr.; his daughter, Adeane Tilson Holder; his grandson, Theodore Sollars; three brothers: John B. Tilson Jr., Dennis B. Tilson II, Louis D. Tilson; two sisters: Sibyl L. Tilson and Athelia A. Tilson; in addition to many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
As a youth Henry participated in Boy Scouts and earned the highest rank becoming an Eagle Scout with six palms. Henry graduated from Shawnee Mission East High School in 1977, and played collegiate football at Drake University and studied at Graceland University. Henry proudly served in the United States Navy from 1984-1988, and was a committed member of First Christian Church of Blue Springs. Henry was known for his baritone singing voice, his generous heart, and his deep love for his family and friends.
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Vicki T.
December 7, 2024
Good AM one and all. Reflecting upon our Heavenly Father's Mercy and Grace, vibrantly new each day refreshing our soul and strong in foundation unwavering.
Such is Henry and family's friendship to me In that time of wretching pain and sorrow. Again praising GOD for you'll
Vicki t
December 7, 2023
Hello Peggy and family. I'm recalling the strength, Grace and agape Love that is your husband's living legacy . Henry shared CHRIST JESUS with everyone. Without you'll I just would not of made it thru that horrific time of my life. I'm certain that many others are likewise blessed too.
Sending love and hugs,. SONcerely Vicki T.
Vicki T.
December 7, 2022
Greetings Peggy and family. Treasuring again space in this life spent with you and family. Henry, you and family really helped me through tough days. Sending you hugs and gratitude.
Vicki T
December 7, 2021
I'll always treasure time in friendship with this family, this man of God, strong, selflessly helping friends, church family, patiently yet wisely guiding his family, THANKS Henry, Peggy and family for everything.
Chuck Gilbert
December 19, 2020
My brother, Dick Gilbert, and Henry were friends from junior high until Dick's death after graduating from college in 1981. Henry was my favorite of all of Dick's friends. Though I have had almost no contact with any of his friends since then, my memories of Henry remain clear. Larger than life (literally, especially being 4 years younger!), always kind, always helpful, always courteous to my mother. Henry seemed ever-present in our home, from Friday night football games (Dick was a yell leader), weekends and summers hanging out, and trips together back-and-forth to Iowa (Dick went to Grinnell College). In reading his obituary, it seems his adolescent and teenage years foreshadowed the man he would become, an embodiment of the BSA creed. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
Chuck Gilbert
Ann Zachman Wilbur
December 15, 2020
I’ve known Henry since High school and kept in touch as young parents by having a few play dates with our kids when they were all very little. Though I had not seen him in almost 25 years, he made the effort to come to both of my parents funerals. My folks always opened their hearts to Henry when he would drop by to talk during his younger days. Henry was a big presence! You couldn’t miss him in the hallways of SMEast!! But, I believe, he had a very tender and warm heart! He loved his kids and family and I’m sorry that I didn’t keep in touch with him. My high school friends are shocked at his passing. Too young to be gone, it’s just so sad. A piece of my heart is broken. May he Rest In Peace. My condolences to all of his family.
Vee scotty
December 15, 2020
Remembering Henry and family, grateful for friendship, helping me thru a hard life season, us playing mountain dulcimer at work lunch hour, singing at church, eternal treasures. Sending comfort, love to all.
Gina Kellogg
December 14, 2020
My condolences to Tia and the rest of the family.
Darlene Hensley
December 12, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Remembering Henry from Enon church. Such a great guy.
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