November 17, 1919 – July 30, 2017
Frank Clarence Tenente was born November 17, 1919 in Isleton, California to Frank and Nora Tenente. He passed away on July 30, 2017 in Lodi, CA, at the age of 97. He was proud of his military history and WWII service in the US Army Air Corps with the 489th Bomb Squadron, where he served in Naples, Sicily, Southern France and Tunisia. Frank received the good conduct medal, Bronze Star, and Distinguished Unit Badge with one oak leaf cluster.
He is survived by sons; Frank A Tenente (Vernetta), Michael Tenente, and daughter-in-law; Diane Tenente. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Deana, and son Robert. He is also survived by four grandchildren; Lori Marchy (Bob), Frank R Tenente, Michael Jr (Kelly) Tenente, and Angela Tenente, five great-grandchildren; Bobby, Cole, Billy, Addison and Michael Preston, sister-in-law; Colleen Casey, and nieces and nephews; LaDawn Beam, Logan Beam, Andy Howell, and Patrick Howell. He was a devoted father, husband and grandfather, who enjoyed spending time with his family. He was also a loyal and loving friend to many who knew him.
VISITATION
Visitation will take place 4-8 pm Thursday, August 3, 2017 at the .
SERVICES
Funeral services will take place at 9:00 am on Friday, August 4th, at the Chapel of Flowers at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 at E. Harney Lane, Lodi.