Michael Gerard (Mick) Tennyson

Michael Gerard Tennyson (Mick), age 68, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026. After a short illness, surrounded by his loved ones.

 

Michael was born in County Kildare, Ireland, and raised in Dublin. A gifted hurler and avid hurling supporter, Micheal played for Dublin before moving to the United States in the 1987, where he went on to Manage the New York Hurling team, taking them to the all-Ireland Quarter finals for the first time.

Over the Years Michael established Many successful businesses In London, Dublin and New York, ranging from Construction, Bars & Restaurants, Property Development & investment which thrive to this day.

 

Michael also, quietly established a college scholarship program for underprivileged students, believing strongly in the power of education to change lives. His generosity extended to nearly all who knew him and was always there for friends and family in their time of need.

 

Michael was predeceased by his parents, Kathleen and John Tennyson, and his brothers, Martin and John Joe.

 

He is survived by his beloved wife Eileen, his children Carla, David, Andrea, Nicole, Liam, Sean. His grandchildren, Lauren, Rebecca, Sophie, Lorchan, Tristan, Molly, Riley, Kelsey, Ava, Kaia, Nya. His siblings Valerie, Rita, Myra, Bernard. Marie, Countless nieces and nephews.

 

Michael will be remembered for his drive, his generosity of spirit, his loyalty to family, and his deep pride in his Irish roots. His legacy lives on through the lives he touched, the opportunities he created for others, and the family he loved so dearly.

 

A memorial gathering for Michael will be held in O'Brien Funeral Home, 505 Burnt Tavern Road, Brick, NJ 08724 on Thursday, January 22, 2026 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. His memorial mass will be held in St. Dominic Church, 250 Old Squan Road, Brick, NJ 08724 on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM. For information, directions, or condolence messages to the family, visit www.obrienfuneralhome.com.

 

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