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By Scott L Vanatter Poem written August 8, 2011 about my friend Terry Tenove (1954-1978) Still, I think of him -- and often.   (Happily and with affinity.) Sometimes, still, my heart aches then is softened   (Subtly, I see.) His time with us, though shortened, still is not forgotten.   (Not by me.) What he could have created here, is foregone.   (But one day still may be.) Who he was here, doesn’t alone determine who he shall one day become.   (Eternally.) Smiling inside, I know he’s happy even now.   (And free.) In our future reunion all will be compensated, corrected, and perfected.   (Boldly.) No longer in our time, he is forever in God’s.   (Nobly. Still, Terry.)  

Funeral Service for Terrance Richard Tenove Prelude Music, "Amazing Grace" Welcome and Eulogy, by Scott Vanatter Music, "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother" Remarks and Eulogy, by Abe Ohanian Music, "Trees" Prayer, by David Peale Graveside Graveside Remarks, by Abe Ohanian Prayer, by Mr. Douglass [Welcome and Eulogy by Scott Vanatter] Welcome. We are gathered together to pay tribute to Terry; to extend our love and sympathy to his family, Mr. and Mrs. Tenove, his brothers Glen, Michael, Brian, and other relatives (including his grandmother, Dovie Belle Wales); and to comfort one another. We've each had our own quiet reflective times alone in the past couple of days. We may need more, but for now, we meet together to find strength in our unity and fellowship. Your presence and kindness is appreciated by Terry's family. ~ We all acknowledge that this is a difficult thing to understand. It takes time and patience to sort ...

CLOSING PRAYER AT THE MEMORIAL SERVICES OF TERRY R. TENOVE Would you bow your heads and join with me in prayer: Our Heavenly Father, we come to you today in sorrow. We feel sorry for ourselves, for the loved one we have lost, and sorrow for the vibrant life which has been taken from us. Yet we are also thankful. Thankful for the influence of Terry on his classmates and friends, on his team mates, on the youngsters he coached, and for his family whom he loved very much. But, Heavenly Father, I want to thank you most of all for Terry's influence on me. We pray that you will now comfort and abide with those of us who mourn today. We would also ask that you would provide Terry with that measure of Peace equivalent to the measure of joy that he gave to all of those who knew him. This we pray in your precious Name. Amen. Given by David Peale on Tuesday, August 22, 1978 # DAVID PEALE LETTER TO TERRY’S PARENTS RE: PRAYER AT TERRY'S FUNERAL August 29, 1978 Dear ...

EULOGY GIVEN BY ABE OHANIAN FOR TERRY TENOVE How did Terry touch your life? What did Terry mean to you? Join me in this reflection on the life of Terry Tenove. On March 2, 1967 this article appeared in the local newspaper. "Before a highly partisan crowd, Duarte's Hawks captured the B Division Championship in the first Regional Golden State Tournament edging the Pico-Rivera All-Stars in overtime, 30-28, on Terry Tenove's two free throws with three seconds to play." Terry went on to win the Most-Valuable Player Award that evening. Terry played his heart out that day, but then he always did. He lived his life the same way realizing his maximum possibilities and developing himself to his fullest capacity. He was an achiever. He was a Cub Scout and a Boy Scout, where he won the Order of the Arrow. He found a great means of expression through sports. He played baseball from the 2nd grade on thru Cal Poly and semi-pro ball. From Babe Ruth to Connie Mack League...

OUTLINE Remembering The Sacrament Time, Experience, and Thoughts How We Remember Remember What, When The Power of Symbolism Jesus is Bread and Water The Sacrament Invitation: Come Unto Me Intercessory Prayer The Sacrament: Each Phrase The Bread The Water Comparing Bread and Water Time, Experience, and Thoughts Dream of the Savior (Go to Sacrament Table) We Who are Poor, Broken, Captive, Blind, Bruised REMEMBERING I remember my best friend Terry. He died in 1978, under the pier at Balboa Beach. We were 24 years old. He never married, never had children. I still remember his intelligence, his athleticism, his wit, and his friendship. You also remember beloved friends and family members. How can we show that we love them and remember them? As importantly, how and when do we remember Jesus? THE SACRAMENT Inspired by General Conference, Bishop Brandenburg asked me to speak on the Sacrament. I have pondered this topic both, lately, and really, since I joined the Church as a senior in high sc...