Book of Memories for George Donald Tesnow

Condolence From Neil Tesnow

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:11:26 EDT

His whole life was a formula. George Tesnow = Sacrifices. Papaw spent his whole life making sacrifices. From when he was a young boy growing up in Akron, New York, he made sacrifices for his family everyday. He made great sacrifices for his freedom, and his country's freedom, in the second World War. He made sacrifices for every team he ever played for in the Major Leagues. He made sacrifices for his wonderful wife Louise, of 58 years. He made sacrifices for his 3 sons, Terry, Chris, and Greg. He made sacrifices for community, whether it was his job as plant manager at Ecusta, Olin, Glatfelter, whether it was coaching Little League Baseball, or whether it was just being a great example for his great community. He made great sacrifices to making men out his 8 grandchildren. But most of all he made sacrifices for his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. For those great sacrifices to the Lord, he is receiving the greatest reward of all... Getting to spend eternity with Jesus Christ. Love you Papaw. Sincerely, Neil Tesnow.

Condolence From Greg A Tesnow

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 03:52:48 EDT

Through the wonderful years of George’s life he was appreciated for the courage he gave his country and his achievements in his life. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends for his kindness and remembered for his strength to live his life to the fullest.

Photo shared: A Strong and Brave man who served his country

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 02:50:03 EDT

George Donald Tesnow served in WW2 USAAF as a B-26 Marauder Bombardier. He completed several missions on the Martin B-26B-25-MA "Flak-Bait" which is on display at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

Photo shared: B-26 Marauder

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 02:46:49 EDT

http://nasm.si.edu/collections/artifact.cfm?id=A19600297000

Photo shared: "To see Us Play"

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 02:04:07 EDT

George Donald Tesnow played baseball for the Asheville Tourists in 1951 and took over as manager for the second half in 1952

Condolence From Greg A Tesnow

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:21:55 EDT

“To see Us Play” Down from East Fork and the Davidson to fields of play “They would come” Across the French Broad and from the banks of the Pigeon Thru open fields and winding roads “They would come” From the foothills of Cherokee and the mountains of Old Fort By mule and wagon “They would come” From the cornfields at Martel and the cotton mills of Beacon and Berkley Like bees from a hive “They would come” From the paper mills at Canton and Waynesville and the valleys of Enka and Ecusta For joy and laughter “They would come” From Asheville and Valley Springs and Greenville and Pickens with fishing rod and picnic basket “They would come” Oh yes” They would come” They would come to see us play the game of baseball “Written by George Donald Tesnow” 1961 “God Bless You George”

Condolence From Jean Pickelsimer Young

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 22:08:54 EDT

With sympathy and special thoughts. "The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen." 2 Corinthians 13:14 KJV

Condolence From Wes Walker

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 11:38:29 EDT

I'll miss George and remember him always as a friend. May God bless and comfort the Tesnow family in your time of loss.

Condolence From Meri Dembrow

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 22:25:47 EDT

I'm sorry for the loss of Uncle George. While I did not know him well, I fondly remember our discussion of his athletic accomplishments and military history, which we had for his induction into Akron High School's Hall of Fame. I was especially awed to learn about his award of The Distinguished Flying Cross for his military service. And, of course, his interactions while he played first base for Cornell's baseball team, with the first baseman for Yale,...another George (George Bush). Thoughts and prayers with you, Aunt Louise and family.

Condolence From Bill Arden

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 19:07:41 EDT

I am sorry to hear about George. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bill Arden

Condolence From Carla Whitmire

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:23:31 EDT

Chris & Steph, So sorry to hear of Georges's passing. Although I didn't know him personally, my Daddy had so many good things to say about him the many years that they worked together at Ecusta. We will continue to pray for your family. May God Bless you all.

Story shared: Baby Sister Left in the Woods

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:56:57 EDT

When I was about four years old, my brother carried me to the woods two days before Christmas to chop down a Christmas tree. After we selected the nicest tree we could find and axed it down, he told me I had to walk back home. Now that would not have been bad, except there was a flooded area we had to walk across and my little boots were only about seven inches tall. I was afraid to cross the water, but he kept walking and I was left standing there wailing my head off for him to come back and get me. Well, he did come back and get me and carried me home and then went back for the tree. Every Christmas for the rest of my life, he reminded me of our venture to the woods for our Christmas tree and said I was a big baby not to walk home. Other than that he was a very good brother and I loved him very much. I know he is in Heaven. Baby Sister, Pauline

Photo shared: Tesnow.jpg

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:52:10 EDT