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John Connelly
August 10, 2025
Very fine teacher who expanded horizons and had an open mind; patient, hard working, kind.
larry brad shuster
July 5, 2025
One of the finest people I have even known and worked with Larry Shuster
February 10, 2021
Mr. Renye loved Father Judge and that is what I will remember him for. Rest in Peace.
Marie and Tony Pino
January 22, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers are sent to you and family.
Joe Saskiewicz
January 22, 2021
John,
Will be remembered in my prayers and thoughts.
Many fine memories teaching with him at Judge (1967-1972)
A devoted teacher who positively influenced many young men.
Joe Saskiewicz
John “whitey” Sullivan
January 21, 2021
Thank you John for your dedication to FJHS
Rose Chau
January 20, 2021
Hi John and family,
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort your family during this difficult time.
Hugh Keough Esq.
January 19, 2021
Rest In Peace Mr. Renye. We enjoyed your class. You made Freshman History at Father Judge High School fun. Thank you.
Joanne Szymczak Ruff
January 19, 2021
Rest in Peace John. You always made working at Fosters a fun time and you always welcomed me at family parties. You will be missed.
John with the FJHS Teachers after the Turkey Bowl Game.
Hugh Keough
January 19, 2021
Gene Renye
January 18, 2021
Condolences to the Renye family. I had the pleasure to meet John when I brought my son to FJHS for an Open House. He did attend and had Mr. Renye for a few of his classes. Somewhere along the line, we are distant relatives, I believe. My son went on the become a teacher himself and I'm sure Mr. Renye had a lot to do with it. Condolences again. Gene Renye
Joseph DiGiacomo
January 15, 2021
To the wonderful family of Mr. Renye,
Words could never adequately convey how truly sorry I am for your loss but please take comfort in knowing that your beloved husband and father is now made new and whole again in the presence of Our Dear Lord. I had the privilege and blessing of having Mr. Renye as my Social Studies teacher at Father Judge High School many years ago and I will forever remember him for his kindness, humility and wonderful sense of humor. May God bless you today and in all the years ahead and may God bless Mr. Renye and hold him in His loving hands and embrace!
Bill Turner
January 17, 2021
I want to thank Mr. Renye for instilling in me that you can learn and have fun at the same time. He will always be remembered.
Mr. John Renye was my Freshman History Teacher at Father Judge HS in 1971. I'm very sad to hear of his recent passing. He was a fabulous teacher and great to have as a Freshman when I was making the adjustment to high school. He was enthusiastic about t
Hugh Keough, Esq.
January 17, 2021
Mr. John Renye was my Freshman History Teacher at Father Judge HS in 1971. I'm very sad to hear of his recent passing. He was a fabulous teacher and great to have as a Freshman when I was making the adjustment to high school. He was enthusiastic about teaching History and kind and compassionate towards us students. I'm attaching two photos of him and his fellow teachers after they played in the Faculty vs Seniors Thanksgiving Rough Touch Football Game. It is a great photo of him having a wonderful time. It is a nice way to remember him. My condolences to his wife, children, grandchildren, and friends. May he rest in Peace. - Hugh Keough, Esq., FJHS '75.
Daniel Dwyer
January 17, 2021
May John rest in peace, in our thoughts and prayers that Kathleen and children get through this difficult time. Good bye fellow teacher .
Dan Dwyer and Beth.
Anthony Monico
January 17, 2021
May you rest in peace Mr Reyne. You were a great teacher and taught us many other things about life than just history! Anthony Monico, class of 74.
Joseph Duffy
January 17, 2021
I was in John's classes at St. Anne's and North Catholic. He worked at Foster's Drugs for many years. I sat with him and Richard Burns for a North Reunion. That was the last time I saw John. I always remembered him as a gentleman and a scholar, not to attach him to any metaphor. God Bless him and all the members of his family at this time. You'll see him again, this I promise.
Carol Gleckner
January 17, 2021
So sorry for your loss sending prayers, John was a good friend, he will be missed.
John Brady
January 17, 2021
Dear Family Renye,
Claire and I were very sorry to hear of the transitioning of John. The Renye family is in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that the grace of God provides your family with the guidance, peace, understanding, and wisdom to navigate through these difficult times.
John's family meant the world to him. He has done so much for so many. John will be sorely missed by all. John, thank you for all you have done for us. Good luck and God bless you brother!
John Brady, Teacher
John Brady
January 17, 2021
Dear Family Renye,
Claire and I were very sorry to hear of the transitioning of John. The Renye family is in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that the grace of God provides your family with the guidance, peace, understanding, and wisdom to navigate through these difficult times.
John’s family meant the world to him. He has done so much for so many. John will be sorely missed by all. John, thank you for all you have done for us. Good luck and God bless you brother!
John Brady, Teacher
Robert Weinert
January 16, 2021
I taught with John from 1973 - 1978, he was always a professional and a Christian gentleman. IT was my pleasure to know John, even though it was only a short period of time. May he R.I.P. and may God be with his wife and family, always.
james sunderland
January 16, 2021
To Mr. Renye's family....a great teacher!!!! thanx for making class fun to learn!!! May He rest in peace in the safety of Jesus' arms....May the days ahead bring smiles to you with all the memories you share.
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