Benjamin (Sonny) F Tenny, 91 of Toms River originally from Staten Island, NY.

And Forked River, NJ passed away Friday, June 28, 2024 with loving family by his

side. He was extremely proud of his long career as a heavy equipment operator

and foreman in the construction industry with L & T Construction of Staten Island

and with Lomma Construction until his retirement. He was a diligent, hard worker

who was well respected by his co-workers, and he did all he could to provide for

his large family. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle, grandpa

and great grandpa, and friend who was always cheerful, whistling and singing

throughout his life. He is predeceased by his loving wife Joan Tenny, parents,

Benjamin and Helen Tenny, and his Stepfather James Santry, beloved son Thomas

Tenny, his brother Edward Santry. Ben is survived by his children, Kathleen Borys,

Michael Tenny and his wife Candi, Georgia Quackenbush, Kelly O’Connor and

her husband, Tom, Nancy Nacion, Cindy Mowery and her husband, Dan, as well as

his brother. James (Mickey) Santry and his wife Joan and several nieces and

nephews. He also leaves to cherish his memory 30 grandchildren and 25 great

grandchildren who adored their grandpa and their Pop Pop, as well as a legacy of

family, love and a life well lived.

Memorial service arrangements are private. Messages of condolences can be left

on the website of Ocean County Cremation Service in Toms River. In lieu of

flowers donations can be made to Children’s International in his memory as he

sponsored many children throughout the years. Website www.children.org.