Photo courtesy of Burkhart Funeral Home - Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville, Indiana
May 1, 1949 – Oct 1, 2020 (Age 71)
Patricia L. “Pat” Renick of Crawfordsville, formerly of Indianapolis, passed away following an auto accident in Boone County. She was 71.
Pat was a retired teacher at the Indiana School for the Blind. She was the chaperone for the school wrestling team and traveled with them to many tournaments in several different states. She was a 1967 graduate of Darlington High School and attended Indiana State, graduating from IUPUI. Over the years, she was awarded the Governor's Award for state employees and named a Kentucky Colonel.
Born May 1, 1949 in Lafayette, she was the daughter of Wilbert Renick, Sr. and Elsie Renick. Her parents preceded her in death.
Surviving family includes: three brothers, Bert Renick (Marianne), Jerry Renick (Mary Jane), Darrell Renick (Karen); sister, Lana Renick (Dena Simpson); along with her nieces and nephews.
A memorial graveside service will be at 1 PM on Saturday, Oct. 17th at the Greenlawn Cemetery in Darlington, led by her nephew, Chris Renick. The family requests that all CDC guidelines are observed for COVID-19 protocol.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship Fund, 101 Walter Remley Drive, Crawfordsville, IN 47933.
Read MoreStill think of you all the time. You are forever missed and loved.
Carrie Renick
October 28, 2025 | Indianapolis, IN | Family
She was a great house parent and a good friend . Sehe will be missed
Kevin Richardson
October 24, 2020 | Indianapolis, IN | Friend
I met Pat when her mother-Elsie- worked at Wabash College. Pat was a big part in my deciding to work at the School for the Blind. To Pats family I wish them my love and prayers. She will be missed by all.
Bonnie Doke
October 17, 2020 | Lebanon, IN | Friend
Pat really cared about the School for the Blind and it’s students. Often she would drive to support the student athletes when they had competitions around the Midwest. She was dedicated to those kids. Pat was a tremendous asset to that school. When I came to work at the Blind School she was one of the first ones to help me adjust to working there. She was friendly, fun, and dedicated. While her passing saddens so many of us, I am confident she is in heaven laughing with her Blind School...
Dave Schnieders
October 17, 2020 | Indianapolis, IN | Coworker
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Tracey Martin
October 16, 2020 | Indianapolis, IN | Coworker
Pat was a huge part of my upbringing. She never really knew it, but I have so many memories of her making me a better person and believing in me when I didn’t. I haven’t seen her since 2015, but she has always and will always hold a huge piece of my heart. She will definitely be missed.
Pam Chimento
October 16, 2020 | Port Charlotte, FL | Family
To Pat's family and everyone who held her dear, I had the opportunity to work with Pat for many years at the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. We will all grieve the loss of Pat .... as a master teacher who touched the lives of so many students and their parents. As a professional, Pat quietly lifted those around her to a greater understanding of visually impaired children and their needs. She unselfishly shared her wisdom with everyone who worked beside her, and she did...
MARY GRIFFITHS
October 12, 2020 | Carmel, IN | Friend
Darrell, Casey and Carrie, I'm so sorry about Pat. I have so many good memories of her and spending time at her house with Carrie. She was such a sweet lady and I'm glad I got to know her. You're all in my thoughts. Sending lots of love and hugs.
Rhiannon Barney
October 12, 2020 | Grain Valley, MO | Friend
Such a beautiful person inside and out! She will be missed by so many! You are so loved!
Casey Renick
October 10, 2020 | Greencastle, IN | Family