Gerald Kenneth Reneau

Gerald Kenneth Reneau obituary, Poplar Bluff, MO

Gerald Kenneth Reneau

Gerald Reneau Obituary

Visit the Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral & Cremation Services - Iron Bridge website to view the full obituary.

Gerald Kenneth Reneau, 85, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away Monday, November 03, 2025.

Gerald was born on May 18, 1940, to Clyde and Pansie Reneau in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He married Shirley Reneau on June 04, 1964, also in Poplar Bluff.

Gerald was a member of the United States Navy. He was of the Baptist faith. Gerald was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching baseball and football. Gerald also liked to watch tv, such as Storage Wars, Shark Tank, and house flipping shows. He enjoyed tending to his yard, spending time outdoors, and watching wildlife. Gerald also enjoyed cooking, asking Google any and all questions that came to mind, and spending time with his family.

Gerald is survived by his wife of 61 years, Shirley Reneau; two sons; one daughter; 8 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Gerald was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter; four sisters; one brother.

A private family burial will take place at a later date.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral & Cremation Services - Iron Bridge

1100 Iron Bridge Road, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

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