Charlie A. Tennyson of Olive Hill, Tennessee

February 4, 1946 - February 5, 2022

Charlie Tennyson was born February 4, 1946 in Selmer, TN the son of the late Estle Charlie and Mary Lou Baker Tennyson. He was united in marriage to Carolyn McElroy on August 17, 1986. Mr. Tennyson worked for Hardeman County Sheriff Department for over 15 years. He was in the National Guard for 22 years. He enjoyed duck hunting, fishing and caring for his labs. A loving father and grandfather who always took time to play with his grandchildren and go fishing. Mr. Tennyson departed this life on February 5, 2022 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 76 Years, 1 Day. He is survived by his wife Carolyn Tennyson of Olive Hill, TN; a son, Charles Edwin Tennyson of Corinth, MS; daughter, Amanda Tennyson of Olive Hill, TN; two step daughters, Rebecca Flatt of Somerville, TN, Virginia Weeks and husband Barry of Somerville, TN; a sister, Rochelle Rash and husband Glen of Selmer, TN; two brothers, Lloyd Dean Tennyson and wife Barbara of Rossville, TN, Donnie Tennyson of Bolivar, TN; 13 Grandchildren, 13 Great Grandchildren; and a host of extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. Tennyson was preceded in death by three brothers, Wilborn Tennyson, Robert (Monty) Tennyson, Bobby Lynn Tennyson; a sister, Mary Jo Ellis. Services were held on February 10, 2022 at 3:00 PM at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Richard Doyle officiating. Burial followed in the Oak Hill Cemetery at Selmer, Tennessee.