LORENZ- Renée Frances Lorenz met Jesus on November 3, 2017 and was reunited with her parents, Eldon and Roberta Lorenz in Heaven. Renée will be dearly missed by her sisters, Shelley (Bob) Proos, Cindy (Jeffrey) Kelly, Melinda (Joe) Rogers; her brother Jack (Jeanne) Lorenz, and her dearest friend Sandy (Blake) Glupker as well as many friends and family. Renée was more than an aunt to 9 nieces and nephews, and her beloved grandnephew Jack Brooks. One of Renée’s greatest loves was teaching, and she retired from GRPS after more than 30 years of teaching. Renée was a member of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids. She loved the Lord and through His love and comfort, faced her illness with grace, courage, and dignity; Renée was a true believer. A celebration service will be held 11AM, Thursday, November 9 at Calvary Church, 707 E. Beltline Ave. Her family will greet relatives and friends from 1-3 PM and 5-7 PM, Wednesday, November 8 at Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 1601 Post Dr. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Faith Hospice and Visiting Angels. To share a photo, memory, and sign the family’s online guestbook please visit www.stegengafuneralchapel.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Renee Francis Lorenz please visit our Sympathy Store.
NOV 8. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (EST)
Stegenga Funeral Chapel - Belmont
1601 Post Dr. NE
Belmont, MI, 49306
[email protected]
https://www.stegengafuneralchapel.com
NOV 8. 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EST)
Stegenga Funeral Chapel - Belmont
1601 Post Dr. NE
Belmont, MI, 49306
[email protected]
https://www.stegengafuneralchapel.com
NOV 9. 11:00 AM (EST)
Calvary Church
707 E. Beltline NE
Grand Rapids
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Renee Francis Lorenz.
- Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum
Sweet Solace Spray was purchased for the family of Renee Francis Lorenz.
- Sweet Solace Spray
I have so many fond memories of you, Renee, having grown up right next door. We were an active neighborhood bunch of kids and you, along with Shelley, my best friend, were always a fun-loving part of it. I’m sorry I never had the chance to apologize to you for what a recall as hogging the bedroom you and Shelley shared so she and I could sing songs from “Camelot”. I think we told you to go practice your piano lesson. As an adult, Renee, I’d see you at Shelley and Bob’s house. You always had a twinkle in your eye when you smiled and your laugh was contagious. I know the Lord now has a precocious angel on His hands. Your time with us was too short but thank you, Renee, for showing us how to live with love and laughter in our hearts.
- Cheryl (Thomas) McCarthy
Renee and I met at Bible study. Neither or us remembers how long ago it was, but our friendship has grown over the years. She was so excited to meet Jesus face to face. Every time I visited with her or talked to her, I came away encouraged. She was such a special lady, always willing to serve wherever needed and always smiling. She will be missed mightily!!! Praying for the family and for Sandy and her family. I know this is a very difficult time for you all and our prayers are with you.
- Karen VanHolstyn
I am very sorry for your loss. Renee was a lovely person, a caring, and compassionate teacher. I had the privilege of working with her for many years at Harrison Park Elementary. A visit to her classroom was always an uplifting experience. She was a truly gifted teacher of young children. Sue Dahlman
- Sue Dahlman
Renee was a friend of my dads. They taught together for many years. She was always fun to be around and I will always remember her laugh. Blessings to you.
- Amy Brechting
Renee was our neighbor, but more then that a great friend. You will be missed greatly by us and many others. We know you are enjoying all the children in heaven as well as being at peace and having no pain. We have the hope and promises thru our faith will meet again.
- Bonnie and Dave.
Renee was my neighbor for these past 15 years. I always loved seeing her out and about with her ready smile and boisterous hello! I watched her lovingly help and play with her nephew Jack. She was instrumental in helping take care of our complex with the dedicated hours she spent on the board. She will be greatly missed. Please accept my sincere condolences. Renee was loved by so many of us. Chris Strevel
- Chris Strevel
Was my privilege and pleasure to know Renee for 25 years. As a teacher, a friend and a caring human being she was the tops. This creates a hole in my heart that can never be filled. Bob Payne
- Bob Payne
Well said Bob.
- Amy Brechting
I'm very sorry to here of Renee's death. Prayers for her family during this time of loss. We know she is with our Lord. Melinda Kirn, neighbor.
- Melinda Kirn
Renee was like my own .. She was abreast person, and a good friend. We enjoyed many times together and I will certainly miss her. She enjoyed a good home cooked meal, especially fresh from the garden, and I never seen anyone dive into a fresh baked steelhead like she did! Love ya more!
- Jeffrey Kelly
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