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Thomas Renfro Obituary
75, The Master walked in His garden, plucking flowers along the way; He plucked one of our loved ones to add to his bouquet. Thomas L. Renfro Sr."Tommy" was called home on Monday June 20, 2016. Tommy was one of ten children of the late Ed and Elizabeth Renfro.
He was preceded in death by his son Timothy Renfro; brothers James, Arvin, Ernest and Raymond Renfro; sisters, Virginia Corum and Ann Canaday.
He was a retired salesman with Frito Lay, self taught carpenter and member of Penile Baptist Church. He and his wife were Country Music entertainers for more than 20 years.
He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Doris Jean Renfro (Beams), sons; Tommy Lee Renfro Jr. (Theresa) and Tony Renfro (Mickie), brother; Bobby Renfro, sisters; Ruth Druin and Della Silvers; grandchildren ; Clinton, Jaime, Tyler, Payton and Ashton; great grandchild; Annie and numerous nieces and nephews.
His celebration of life will be 1:00 p.m. Friday June 24, 2016 at Ratterman Keenan Southwest Chapels, 4832 Cane Run Road with burial in Bethany Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 12:00 - 8:00 and Friday after 10:00 a.m.
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Allie
June 22, 2016
I went to school with Clinton and Jay, and was always really impressed with their talent. I even still have a drawing Clinton did a long, long time ago. I appreciated that drawing... I hope both of you are okay.
I'm sorry for your loss
anna ford/johnston
June 22, 2016
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Lesa (Renfro) Duncan
June 22, 2016
Uncle Tommy was a good man. He was always so pleasant and would do anything he could for you. He will be missed.
Phyl Breuer
June 22, 2016
So sorry to hear this news. He was a good man. I know that you will miss him.
Mary Joe May
June 21, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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24
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Ratterman Southwest Funeral Home4832 Cane Run Road, Louisville, KY 40216
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24
Celebration of Life
1:00 p.m.
Ratterman Southwest Funeral Home4832 Cane Run Road, Louisville, KY 40216
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