Richard Renner

October 11, 1943 - January 4, 2018

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Richard "Dick" John Renner, 74, husband of Margaret Doris Durham Renner, of Greenville, died Thursday, January 4, 2018.

Born in Rochester, NY, he was a son of the late Robert Charles and Irene Haege Renner.

Dick was a member of Taylors First Baptist Church where he served as deacon and was in the Co-Ed 25 Sunday school class. He was chapter leader and newspaper co-editor for The Compassionate Friends and was involved in Kairos Prison Ministry (Tyger River Correctional Institute). Dick was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels, the Salvation Army, and was a member of Sigma Xi Research Society at University of Georgia.

In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by a son, John Richard Renner, of Moore; four grandchildren, Taryn Danielle Tabor, Alec James Renner, Ashlyn Leighann Renner, and Jackson Lyle Renner; a great grandson, Jordan Matthew Tabor; and a brother, Charles Robert Renner, Chesterland, OH.

In addition to his parents, Dick was preceded in death by a son, Matthew Robert Renner.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Kairos of SC Prison Ministry, P.O. Box 473, Aiken, SC 29802, or The Harold C. Jennings Foundation, Greenville Police Department, 4 McGee St., Greenville, SC 29601.

Memorial Service

JAN 13. 06:00 PM

Thomas McAfee Funeral Home – Downtown Chapel

639 North Main Street

Greenville, SC, US, 29601

Richard "Dick" John Renner, 74, husband of Margaret Doris Durham Renner, of Greenville, died Thursday, January 4, 2018. Born in Rochester, NY, he was a son of the late Robert Charles and Irene Haege Renner. Dick was a member of Taylors First Baptist Church where he served as deacon and was in the Co-Ed 25Continue Reading

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I went to the University of Georgia with Dick and we were good friends, many years later meeting by chance in Greenville. He came to Clemson University where I was teaching and gave a lecture to one of my classes. We lost touch afterwards. I’m sorry to learn so late of his passing. He was a compassionate person, just wish we had visited or been in contact over the years. My condolences to his family.

I am so sorry to hear of Dicks passing. I remember when my husband and I attended our first compassionate friends meeting 2 years ago after losing our son to suicide. Dick was so kind to us and compassionate. I had just mentioned him the other day to my husband , in speaking about child loss and it's never ending journey and how even after years of grief, you never truly recover. Dick never let go of his sons memory and always honored him in his death. Dick, you finally have seen him again now and I know God has his loving arms around you both! Prayers for Margaret and all of Dicks family. " well done my good and faithful servant." Love, Kyle and Jennifer Cothran and family

Dick was a good friend and a class mate of ours in the coed 25 SS class. He loved the Lord and served him faithfully in many ways. We will miss him. Will be praying for his family in the days ahead. Love,Jack & Barbara White

Dear Margaret,Alice and I are saddened to learn of Dick's passing. No one worked harder than Dick to keep The Compassionate Friends chapter in Greenville functioning for many, many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Norman Raiford

Dear Margaret and family,Danny and I are deeply saddened to hear of Dick passing. Dick was an exceptional man: A wonderful CHRISTIAN, A loving family man, and a caring friend. I knew Dick for almost 50 years and considered it a privilege to have worked with him and to have called him my friend. We pray that you will receive comfort in knowing that Dick is home with his Lord.We Love You,Clarence & Danny

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To Dicks family, I lost my son August 8/2015 and Dick was the first person that reached out to me through The compassionate friends, I thank God for him cause at that point in my grief I was so lost, I felt so alone, he listened as I cried and told him,I didn't think I could get through this, his gentle voice gave me hope that I could and would survive this awful tragedy. Dick always knew what to say, I'm answering the phone for TCF now and I have some big shoes to fill but I will do what Dick taught me to be kind and listen.. Dick you will be missed, I know you and Matt are having a long talk... Margaret my condolences to you and the rest of the family. We loved Dick.. Angie Robey

Margaret and family, our hearts are broken to read about Dick's death. A dedicated Christian man now in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ! Dick was a witness not only to us but to many as we shared our lives in the ERBC family. We are praying for God's comfort and peace to be felt by each of you as you continue to live through these days of mourning. In Christ's Love, Liz and Cliatt Alewine

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Dear Margaret, John and family.We were shocked about Dick's homecoming to the Lord.Dick was one of our dear friendsand we always had good and pleasant times together. We miss him.Our hearts are heavy with sadness.Herman and Cornelia

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Sincerely, Colleen Casella

Dear Mrs RennerMy name is Ron Neureuther, and I metDick in college in 1961.I knew Dick very well, and I am so sorryTo hear of his passingMy thoughts and prayers are with youAnd your family.Sincerely, Ron Neureuther

Dear Margaret & John, Bill and I are so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. We were neighbors for so many years in Coach Hill and watched our children grow up. Ourdeepest sympathy to you. Connie & Bill Crosby

Our hearts & prayers are with the family.

Dear Margaret Doris and Family,I am so very sorry for our loss. I always remember him as being gentle and kind when we would visit at family reunions. You are in my prayers and thoughts and close in my heart.Love,Meg

I would like to say that I am oh so sorry to the family. I remember the first time I met Dick and Margaret . They came down to Georgia to meet there first granddaughter Taryn. I was watching them with Taryn and the love they were showing to her and my other grandchildren was so gentle and the love you could feel. I knew then that I could trust them with my precious granddaughter Taryn. And we all became good trusting friends after that first meeting. They were so kind and loving and always full of fun. He will be surely missed. Dick if you happen to read this go and say hi to Tim. God bless youGeorgina (Gigi) Shea:heart:�*�

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