Jazz Musician Rudy B. Tenio Dies

Dec. 14, 2007

Long term San Francisco/Stockton resident Rudy B. Tenio passed away December 10, 2007 and is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Laura Tenio; sisters, Josie Canion, Carey Tenio, Emily Damien and two sons; numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Rudy was a jazz pianist and vocalist who performed in many clubs in San Francisco and the surrounding Bay area. For the past five years the Rudy Tenio Jazz Vocal Trio which consisted of Rudy and his two nieces, Georgie and Stevie have entertained at the Wine and Roses Hotel and Restaurant in Lodi, CA. In l999, Rudy released his first CD entitled "I Listen To My Heart" a compilation of his favorite love ballads and two of his original songs. Born into a large and musically talented family, Rudy attributes his success as an artist to his deep love for the music he plays. Rudy Tenio has always said, "My music is a part of me, it's the best part of me." Obituary

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