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1933
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2020
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Wilma Renner Obituary
Wilma graduated from Academy High School and worked at Eastway Lanes and Van De Camp Frozen Foods. She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church, where she was active in the Keenagers. She belonged to the Red Hat Society, the Siebenbuerger Ladies Auxiliary, and was a blue ribbon-winning amateur artist with various entries. She played for the Erie Skippers Women's Softball team when she was younger, and was an active volunteer with the Erie Center on Health and Aging. Wilma enjoyed crossword and word puzzles, playing cards, and was an avid bowler and gardener.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her former spouse, Carl N. Renner; her grandson, Ethan Renner; and two brothers, David and Herbert Hanson.
Survivors include one daughter, Susan Bartlett (Paul) of North East; three sons, Carl Renner (Mary) of Erie, Michael Renner (Renee) of Enhaut, Pa., and James Renner (Katrina) of Millcreek; 11 grandchildren, Jesse (Brianne), Rachel (Timothy), Victoria, Steven (Brandy), Matthew (Ashley), Nicole (Ryan), Michael Jr., Nathan (Mariya), Eric, Nicholas, and Trinity; three great-grandchildren, Rose, Alexis, and Lily and two additional great-grandchildren on the way; one sister, Carol Aulenbacher of Erie; one brother, Donald Hanson (Pat) of Grapevine, Texas; and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Russell C. Schmidt & Son Funeral Home Inc., 5000 Wattsburg Rd., on Tuesday from 2 p.m. until the time of services there at 5 p.m. officiated by Rev. Dan, from Greenfield Baptist Church and Rev. Deb from Wesley United Methodist Church. Burial will be private in Greenfield Baptist Church Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to Keenagers, c/o Wesley United Methodist Church, 3308 South St., Erie, PA 16510.
Please visit www.SchmidtFuneralHomeErie.com to sign the Book of Memories.
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Memories and Condolences
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Elaine Ace
January 28, 2023
A lovely woman and much missed especially at our Keenagers' Group.
Scott Torrance
February 4, 2020
Aunt Wilma will be missed, growing up on Dynes ave with family so close was special. The whole family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark and Beth Freed
February 3, 2020
Sue, Paul, and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the memories you have with your Mother/Grandmother comfort your hearts in the days ahead.
February 3, 2020
So sorry for your loss. I have many good memories of Aunt Wilma on our many Canada fishing trips . Thoughts and prayers for you all during this difficult time.
Randy & Jill Sharp
February 3, 2020
I would like to add my condolences at this time. I knew Wilma from Keenagers and I thought she was a grand lady. I will surely miss her.
Elaine Ace
Carrie Sutton
February 3, 2020
Sue and Paul,
So sorry for your loss, Aunt Wilma will be truly missed, sending love and prayers to your family
Jerry Renaud
February 3, 2020
To The Family & Friends Of Wilma
god bless you all during this difficult time ! may you rest in peace Wilma God Bless You .
February 3, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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