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Michael Tennyson Sr.

1949 - 2023

Michael Tennyson Sr. obituary, 1949-2023, Lawrence, KS

BORN

1949

DIED

2023

Michael Tennyson Obituary

A visitation for Michael L. Tennyson Sr., 73, Lawrence, KS, will be held from 5:00 ~ 8:00 p.m. Monday, July 24, 2023, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Michael passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

He was born on December 30, 1949, in Sabetha, KS, the son of George E. and Caroline (Gunn) Tennyson.

He was the owner and operator of Munchers Bakery in Lawrence for over 34 years.

He is survived by his wife, Vicki Tennyson, children, Sunday Martin, Traci (Andrew) McWaters, Keri Tennyson, Michael L. (Beth Lee) Tennyson Jr., stepsons, Adam Mitchell, Chase Ownby, William Robinson, David Robinson, sister, Lea (John) Lyons, fourteen grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and one great great-grandchild and his best fishing buddy, Jeff Coffman.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents, previous wife, Bonnie, daughter, Shelly Dyers, and sister, Gayle Tennyson.

The family suggests memorials in Michael's name to Called to Greatness or Lawrence Wildlife Rescue and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.

For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Jul. 23, 2023.

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Steve Langhofer

July 25, 2023

Mike and I started 1st Grade together at Centennial School and lived down the street from each other. He was at my 7th birthday party. We reconnected at our high school class reunions. I will miss him. May God continue to bless and always keep him close.

John Stark

July 24, 2023

Mike was a great neighbor and friend. He always had a smile and a kind word. We have good memories of him and his many kindness. We will miss him.

Helen Pendleton Rumbaut

July 23, 2023

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mike Tennyson. Mike was a classmate and friend from many decades ago. He was one of the good guys. May the Lord comfort all who grieve Mike's passing.

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