Gary Tennant Obituary
He was preceded in death by his father Joseph as well as two sisters Deborah Tennant and Bridget K. Tennant.
Gary leaves behind his mother Dorothy; sister Kim (Tennant) Darrah and Bob Streight; nephew Sean Darrah; nieces Crystal "Brie" Darrah, Renee Cross, and Holly Rice; great-nephews Austin Darrah and Coulton Rice; and many other aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Gary was an avid animal advocate, dedicated family man, and reliable friend. He was a talented bull whip manufacturer who partnered with his father in Tennant Manufacturing Company, Inc. Afterwards, he worked for many years as a mechanic for family and friends at Layman's Auto Repair.
Please consider donating to a cause dear to Gary's heart, the Marshall County Animal Shelter, here.
Gary's private arrangements have been entrusted to CARE Funeral Home & Cremation Specialists Moundsville Chapel. Memories and condolences may be shared with his family on this page.
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