Allen Tenney, 75 passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023. He was a resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado for 45 years, and formerly a resident of Grapevine, Texas. He was a Vietnam Veteran.
Allen was born May 7, 1948, to Charles Tenney and Laura (Cornett) Tenney in Meadville, Pennsylvania. He was raised by Clark Fiscus and Laura (Cornett) Fiscus in Grapevine, Texas. On January 9,1982 he married Jeanne LeMay in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Allen was happiest on his motorcycle and in the garage, he enjoyed bowling, golfing, and woodworking, and tinkering with his projects. He took great pride in his lawn and garden which led to an enjoyable career with Spencer’s Lawn Garden. He was in the grocery business for 30 plus years, he spent the majority of that career field at King Soopers in Colorado Springs, Colorado retiring after 26 years.
Allen attended Grapevine High School and graduated in 1966, in 1968 he was drafted to the US Army. He served from 1968 to 1970, he was honorably discharged from the 1st Battalion, 5th Artillery, US Army.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jeanne Tenney; his children: Heather (Tenney) Johnson, Michael LeMay, their spouses, Troy Johnson and Monica LeMay; his grandchildren: Kali (Johnson) Mulbauer, Kyle Johnson, Makayla LeMay, and Zachary LeMay. His is also survived by his siblings, two brothers, and one sister, extended family and friends.
Allen is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Tenney, Laura (Cornett) Fiscus, and Clark Fiscus.
Memorials in Allen’s name may be made to The Alzheimer’s Association: alz.org
Kim Merritt
11 Oct 2023My heart felt condolences to Jeanne and the family.
Kevin & Melodee Forshey
11 Oct 2023No one knows the grief we bear when the
Family meets and you’re not there.
Loving memories never die as months
Roll on and days go by.
In our hearts a memory is kept of the
Loved ones we never forget.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,
Our memories are treasures no one can steal.
No length of time can forget the past,
Too many memories hold it fast.
But life goes on we know that’s true,
But not the same, since losing you.
R I P Allen, you will always be in our heart and Memories
Love you guys
Rebecca Quick-Billings
11 Oct 2023My heart aches. Allen was a special person. My thoughts are with the family.
Mark Billings
12 Oct 2023Jeanne, I am so saddened to hear of Allen’s passing. Such a fine, funny, and friendly guy. He always had time to chat any time I ran into him at the clinic, Spencers, or some guy store around town . I realize the disease robs families of so much of their loved ones. For my last memories of Allen, I think of the couple of times I stopped by the house to visit and we shared an endless amount of stories with each other. I will miss him. Prayers of good memories to you and your family. Mark Billings
Kris Olson /formerly of Mabel MN
12 Oct 2023So sorry to learn of your recent loss, Jeanne. He sounds like a very interesting and kind man. May you find strength to carry you on and peace knowing he is with you always
Sherida Newgard
12 Oct 2023Hugs and prayers to you Jeanne and you family, so sorry for your loss.
Ellen Legant
13 Oct 2023Allen was one of my favorite people to work with because he always kept me laughing. He had some of the funniest, most descriptive old Texas expressions! He worked hard in the nursery, and had a talent for trimming up all the roses so they always looked their best! My dog Cooper adored Allen, and couldn’t get enough of his beard. 🙂 Missy the cat, who like many cats was very particular, would also go running to Allen. He had a way with all of the critters! Allen was kind to his core, and will be greatly missed!
John Ward
25 Apr 2024My condolences to Allen’s family I served with Allen in Vietnam 1st Battalion 5th Artillery Sgt. Tenny was well like by his fellow soldiers and I’m sure he is truly missed. 😢🙏