Henry "Pete" M. Tanner

Pete Tanner, son of the late Floyd “Bud” Tanner and Evelyn Vera (Tellor) Tanner was born on October 1, 1956 in Anna, Illinois and departed his life Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, Missouri at the age of 67 years.

He was the owner and operator of Pete Tanner Solid Waste Company for 25 years and a resident of Delta, Missouri.  Pete supported the Southeast Missouri community in many compacities for several years.  He enjoyed supporting the Delta School District and financially contributed to sporting events. Pete also made sure if the elderly could not afford the waste pickup that it would be taken care of.  He was also affiliated with the Fairview General Baptist Church.

Survivors include one daughter, Sara (Matt Allen) Gerardi of Buncombe, Illinois; son Pete Tanner of Marble Hill, Missouri; ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; his significant love of 12 years, Lisa Bowers of Delta; two fur companions, Paizlie and Josie; also, by many nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Herman and Mike Tanner.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 3, 2024 from 10:00 until 12:00 noon at the Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel in Chaffee.  Funeral services will then be conducted at 12:00 noon in the Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel with Pastor Ronnie McAtee officiating.  Interment will follow at the Fairview Cemetery near Henry’s farm.