Clara Margaret Renner

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Clara Margaret

(Waczovszky) Renner, who departed this life on September 17, 2025, at the

age of 91.

Clara was born on December 1, 1933, in Budapest, Hungary. She grew up

during a time of great hardship and resilience. Following the end of World War

II, she courageously immigrated to the United States with her father, mother,

and sisters in search of safety, opportunity, and a brighter future. Her journey

reflected the strength, determination, and hope that would come to define her

life.

Once in the United States, Clara and her family settled into Cleveland, Ohio,

with a robust Hungarian community. Clara built a life centered on family and

faith. She carried with her the traditions of her Hungarian roots while

embracing the promise of a new beginning. Clara married Adam Renner on

August 6, 1955. They had their first 2 children, Clara and Thomas, in Cleveland,

Ohio. In 1961, Adam accepted a job in Springfield, VA and the family moved. In

1967 Clara had a son, Edward, and a daughter, Amy, in 1970. Clara's passions

in life were her children, her many animals, and her love of camping.

Clara was preceded in death by her husband, Adam Renner; her parents,

Alexander and Matilda Waczovszky; her sister, Matilda Summers; her son,

Thomas Renner; and her granddaughter, Jamaica Renner. She is survived by

her son, Edward Renner, Sparks NV; and her daughters, Clara Casey, Elkridge

MD and Amy Renner, West Friendship MD; 9 grandchildren; 22 great

grandchildren; and 2 sisters, Mary Jeromas and Ann Kho.

Clara's life was a testament to tenacity and grit. She will be deeply missed by all

who had the privilege of knowing her and her memory will be forever cherished.