Prestonsburg, Kentucky
Robert M. Rennick, 78, of Prestonsburg, an authority on Kentucky place names and post offices, died Thursday at Highlands Regional Medical Center in Prestonsburg.Mr. Rennick wrote a number of books, including Kentucky Place Names and From Red Hot to Monkey's Eyebrow: Unusual Kentucky Place Names,...
Read MoreBrilliant memory. Gifted researcher. Excellent in finding details and verify information as factual. A soft-spoken gentleman. I was honored to work with Bob.
Ted
December 23, 2024 | Work
Remembered By
leonard r. n. ashley
March 09, 2016 | Brooklyn, NY
I was so sad to learn tonight of Mr.
Rennick's passing. I was one of his
students at Berea College in the
late 1950's. He was a wonderful teacher,
who did much to inspire me to go on
to graduate school. I also served
as his assistant and found working for
him just as pleasurable as learning
from him in the classroom. One of the
highlights of our year was receiving
a Christmas card and note from Mr. and
Mrs. Rennick. I will miss him...
George Kiser
October 09, 2011 | Bloomington, IL
August 17, 2010
I was saddened to hear of Bob's passing. Bob and I met through our work on geographic names. When it came to the names in Kentucky he had a twinkle in his eye and always willing to share his knowledge. He will be greatly missed.
From his friends in the Council of Geographic Names Authorities
T. Wayne Furr
August 17, 2010 | Norman, OK
My condolences to you and your family Mrs. Rennick..It was so nice to meet you and talk with you although I wish it could have been under different circumstances..It was only after reading the obituary that I learned he was an author and Im looking forward to reading his books. Please take care of yourself..God is always with you and your family..
Denita Blevins
Paintsville, Ky..
August 15, 2010
I first met Mr. Rennick and his wife upon their visit to the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Office of Geographic Information to talk about place names. Subsequent phone calls and meetings were so enjoyable. What a wealth of knowledge and a wonderful couple!
August 14, 2010
Sorry to hear of Mr. Rennick's passing. His book "From Red Hot to Monkey's Eyebrow" is a traveling companion for us. His work is valuable and appreciated. Our sympathy to the family.
Renee Harlow
August 12, 2010 | Louisville, KY
You will be missed, but remembered by many for the enjoyment you have created.
Nancy C. Bormes
August 11, 2010
It wasn't until after his death that I learned from Mrs. Rennick what a passionate man Mr. Rennick was. I've had the pleasure of spending time with her the last couple of days and listening to her stories of him. My condolences to her.
Allison Gibson
August 10, 2010 | Prestonsburg, KY