Charles Tennant Obituary

Charles Willis Tennant, age 90, passed away peacefully at home on December 19, 2009, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Born in Aberdeen, Idaho, December 31, 1918, to Joseph and Appie Tennant. Married Mary Louise Richins February 21, 1945, in Salt Lake City, UT. Charles was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Charles became a decorated fighter pilot in the South Pacific during World War II. He had a successful 30 year career in the US Air Force and retired in 1970 with the rank of Colonel. After military retirement, Charles worked in administration at Widefield District 3. He was respected for his integrity, his kindness, and his knowledge of business. An avid golfer, fisherman and hunter, Charles loved spending time at their mountain home. He enjoyed watching sports with Louise. Mostly, Charles loved and enjoyed his family. Louise, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were his greatest joy. Charles, Dad, Grandpa and Papa Charles - we love you and will miss you! Survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary Louise Tennant; children, Michael B. Tennant of Salida, Timothy R. Tennant (wife Lynn) of Westminster, and Cynthia L. Gardner (husband Kimball) of Colorado Springs; 9 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; 3 sisters, Gladys, Betty and Iris. Proceeded in death by his brother, Max, and 3 sisters, Dorothy, Marion and Inez. Services will be held Tuesday, December 29th, 11:00 a.m. at the LDS Broadmoor church at 150 Pine Avenue (Old Broadmoor and Pine). The viewing will be prior to the services, at 9:30 a.m., at the church. Interment, Fairview Cemetery, Salida, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice, 825 E. Pikes Peak Avenue, 80903.