Dr. Howard Edward Tennant died unexpectedly of natural causes on April 6th, 2023. He was 81 years old. His family is deeply saddened and shocked by his death.

Howard was born in Lethbridge, Alberta on May 13th, 1941. He met his wife at Gonzaga University in 1960 where he completed his undergraduate work. Howard received his PHD in Business from the University of Oregon. Howard & Sharon then moved to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan where he held various positions at the University of Saskatchewan. In 1987 he accepted the position of President at the University of Lethbridge where he served for 13 years.

Howard will also be remembered for the contributions he made to the broader post-secondary sector. He served as Chair for the Association of Universities & Colleges of Canada and on the boards of Alberta Science and Research Authority, National Educational Advisory Board, the Alberta Science Literacy Association & the National Research Council of Canada. He also served as the Chair of the Alberta Environment Monitoring Board. Howard’s commitment to community is well understood as his dedication changed many lives for the better. He was a member of the Order of Canada, was inducted into the Kainai Chieftainship in 1991 & awarded Honorary Degrees from Gonzaga University and the University of Lethbridge.

Howard is survived and missed by his loving wife Sharon of 59 years; his children Carmen Parker (Dan), Pat Burlinguette (Brian) & Daniel Tenant (Tanya); forever cherished and remembered by his three grandsons, Jace, Braden & Ty. Howard also leaves behind his three sisters, Bettie Foss, Carol Batycky & Barb Goodman.

Howard was predeceased by his parents Rex & Jean Tenant and his granddaughter Alexis.

We will greatly miss Howard, Dad & Grandpa.

Howard’s Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm, on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at St. Martha's Catholic Church, 355 Columbia Blvd West, Lethbridge, Alberta, followed by a Celebration of Life for family & friends from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm at the University of Lethbridge in the Student Union Building on the third floor. 

Flowers are gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the University of Lethbridge, https://www.ulethbridge.ca/giving