Elaine Tenney

Morrisville VT- Elaine Marie Tenney, 95, passed away January 10, 2023, at Forest Hill Residential Care in Hyde Park. 

Elaine was born on May 11, 1927, in St. Albans, VT, the daughter of Homer Kennett and Evelina (Grassette). 

On November 6, 1945, she married Gordon Tenney in Morrisville, VT. 

Elaine worked in carpentry most of her working life, and enjoyed fishing, music, and dancing. Gordon and Elaine liked to travel including a trip driving to Alaska. She loved to play cards, especially when she won.  In her later years of life, Elaine enjoyed going for rides and out to eat with her children.  

She is survived by her children, Carroll (Joyce) Tenney of Morrisville, Patricia (Phil Ryder) Harvey of Hyde Park, and Dale Tenney of NY; her grandchildren, Tracey (Ray) Burns, Tori (Chris) Lang, Karen (Bryan) Nowowieski, and Scott (Robin) Harvey; and several great grandchildren.  

She is predeceased by her parents Homer and Evelina (Grassette) Kennett; her husband Gordon Tenney; and her thirteen brothers and sisters.  

A private burial will take place at Pleasantview Cemetery in Morrisville in the spring.