Renay Roberts Obituary
March 23, 1991 - March 20, 2008
A chapel funeral service will be held for Renay LeeAnn Roberts, 16, of North Bend and Chula Vista, Calif., at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 5, at Coos Bay Chapel, 685 Anderson Ave., with Pastor Don Berney, of New Beginnings Christian Fellowship, officiating. A potluck reception will follow at the Sawmill Event Center, 3491 Broadway, in North Bend. Cremation rites will be at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, in Coos Bay.
Renay was born March 23, 1991, in Camp Pendleton, Calif., the daughter of Renay LeeAnn Vrell and Michael Anthony Roberts. She died March 20, 2008, as a result of a car accident in Rosarito, Mexico.
Renay attended local schools and was full of life and loved by everyone. She loved basketball, volleyball and fast pitch softball. She loved to shop for clothes and hang out with friends. There was a radiance about her that caught everyone's eye. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
She is survived by her parents, Renay Gilimete and her husband, Paulas of North Bend and Michael Roberts of Chula Vista; siblings, Kirra Roberts and Dezmon Gilimete of North Bend; grandparents, Ruth and Keith Vrell of Coos Bay and Alpha Roberts of Richmond, Calif.; and extended family and friends.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the Renay Roberts Memorial Fund at Northwest Community Credit Union, P.O. Box 621, North Bend, OR 97459.
Arrangements are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel, 267-3131.
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Kimberly Abuan
January 5, 2010
Hey Renay, I miss you SOO Much! One day, I'm gonna go visit you where you are at!! I love you renay!!!
Stevie Faye Missin
March 30, 2009
Renay. Where do i begin? Every day i feel like you are just down visiting your dad and you're gonna come back here to see us. I keep feeling like this can't be it. This can't be the end. I realize though that you are. I'll never be able to hug you or tell you all my drama or dance around to rap music with you. Renay, i love you and miss you so much. So many things have happened in this past year that i wish i could tell you. I wish that i could share things the way we used to but i have to realize that you're gone. I love you renay. I got the star on my foot for you. It is a constant reminder of how selfish God had to be with you. I don't blame him though. I would've done the same thing if i were him. I love you so much and miss you dearly. I hope that heaven is everything you dreamt it would be and you open the gate for me.
Eliezer Guevara
March 30, 2009
Hey Nay. I know I never really got the chance to meet you, but from what I've heard, you were an amazing person. I visited your family the other day with Clara, and I just fell in love with them and with your grandparents doggies. Youre grandma is the sweetest ladie ever and so funny:) And youre mom is such a thoughtful and sweet person, she made me feel at home especially with her great cooking! You're very lucky to have a family so great like that. And a part of me felt like I knew you so well. Looking at your pictures from when you were a baby to the most recent ones, it felt like through out the whole day, i walked through your whole life. Being in coos bay, going to your grandparents house, going to your moms house, playing with your little brother, and meeting all youre close friends from the crew. I know you were a good person, and you will always be remembered in our hearts. I really wish I could of gotten an opportinity to meet you. I really hope one day I can finally meet you Nay. I hope youre resting now in gods hands. Good Night Nay, I'll always remember you forever.
Clara Diaz
March 27, 2009
Oh Nay. I can't even begin to explain how much I have missed you since you've passed. Each day I thought would get easier, but it gets harder. I still have some part of me that thinks I will be able to see your beautiful face again. I'm so happy your in God's hands but would rather you be here with me and your family who misses you more than anything. I visited your mom the other day and I felt so comforted to be around her and your family. I saw Grandma and Grandpa. And I saw the vase with your ashes in it, and it is so beautiful. I know your looking down on me and all your other loved ones. You are always in my thoughts and I hope I will soon see you. I can't wait for that time. It's hard without you here. I feel really lonely, a lot of guilt that I didn't keep in touch as much as I could. You will always be my best friend and the one person that is the closest to my heart. Never forget that Nay nay. I sometimes hear your laugh, and see your smile and always think about how jealous I was of you at times. I still have your ring on. Ever since you gave it to me I haven't taken it off. It makes me feel safe and like a part of you is always with me. It hurts so bad that your gone, I miss you so much. I feel like my heart just keeps aching because your not here. You were such an amazing and real person and its hard to understand why this happened to you. I don't think I'll ever understand. I love you with all my heart Nay. You are and always will be my best friend.
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Betty Elliott
March 26, 2009
Nay, I never got to know you much as i would of like to we lived so far apart.But I watch you grow up in the pictures your grandmother always sent me. I felt as if I realy know you well I heard so much about you.
Renay Gilimete
March 24, 2009
Nay, this last year has been especially hard. I want you to know that I love you very much, more than anyone else will ever know besides Grammy and Pa Pa. You are always in my thoughts forever and I will see you again some day. I love you so very much!!!!
Mom
March 22, 2009
Renay, I never knew you very well and I only met you once, but I loved you anyway. I also want to wish you a Happy 18th Birthday. Grandma Mary Alice Barley
Grace PurvisTams
March 22, 2009
In loving memeory of a special girl our NayNay ... Happy Birthday ...You will always be in our hearts and mind, love you Nay ...as you know me...Grammy Gracie.
March 20, 2009
Nay, I know you are with God, and he will take care of you
I wanted to wish you a Happy 18, Birthday, we miss you a lot,
Love you Forever Grammy,Ruth Vrell
Kimberly Abuan
March 18, 2009
It's been almost 1 year Since the death of renay, and It is still VERY HARD to accept the death of a beautiful soul. My friends here in Chula Vista Still look back on all those days when renay would leave class just to go take picture in our school bathroom mirrors! People always tell me that renay won't rest until all have accepted such a tough loss. But being young, i still don't understand why this had to happen, But i Try so Hard and Pray Everyday. I look at her picture on my wall. I thank all of Renays friends and family in Oregon who i Heard had a Beautiful ceremony for Renay. I would Like to personally thank Mike Roberts and His Family and friends along with Mr. Rodiguez and the people here at Castle Park High school who Helped donate Money to Bring Renay Back to CA and on to Oregon for her Finaly Resting Place. For those who Joined us at Our Vigil on her 17th Birthday, Thank you as well. I Love you Renay, I will see you soon. My prayers continue to go out to Renays Family.
P.S- Happy Early Birthday Renay!
Kay Gilimete
May 28, 2008
Renay & Paulus, Kaylene and I just found out about Nay, and we're so very sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you must be going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rusty (Busby) LaCoss
April 8, 2008
Renay - I'm so incredibly sorry for your loss. I know no words can help ease what you are going through. I just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you and your family. I hope time heals your hearts. Take care of yourself.
Marie and Kristi Snow
April 7, 2008
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember Renay when she was our neighbor. Such a sweet little girl. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Paul, Chris, malissa, & Little Paul Thompson
April 6, 2008
For since it was through a man that death came into the world. it is also through a man that the resurrection of the dead has come. ( 1 corinthians 15- 21) amen we will miss Renay for now.
michael mckenzie
April 6, 2008
sorry to hear about your loss, we loved her dearly.
sincerely yours,
norma (Howell)fine and michael mckenzie
April 5, 2008
are prayers are with you
mildred , Richard and Beverly and Becky Mukder hazel crest Illinois
Betty Ross
April 4, 2008
Nays family, I am so sorry for your loss I never met nay but I know they way you all loved her and that she loved you. If I can ever be any help just call.
Janet Forsman
April 3, 2008
To Renay, Paulas, Kirra, and Desmond.
We know that nothing we say will make any of you feel better today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Nay was an awesome person. Both beautiful on the inside as well as the outside. You should have named her Sparkle because she was all that! Love to you all
Tom and Janet Forsman and Family
Ariel Edwards
April 3, 2008
To the parents of Renay, I am so sorry I did not write this sooner, I had no idea.
I just wanted to let you know that I was in the same class as Renay during the sixth grade and even though I did not know her very well I had nothing but the highest respect for her, she always treated me kindly, and I think of her often.
My heart shatters for your loss and you will be in my prayers, I only wish I could do more...
katrina capote
April 1, 2008
im sorry for your terrible loss my heart goes out to you and your family she was a very beautiful girl and shes gonna be missed terribly
Melissa Brown
April 1, 2008
To The Family Of Renay Roberts,
I remember Renay as a young girl at madison school.. Where my Daughter and Renay became friends. She was a beautiful girl with a one in a million smile. To the Family we are so sorry for your loss and may God hold each and everyone of you through this tragedy. God Bless you all.
Tyana Brown
April 1, 2008
To the family of Renay,
I'll never forget all of the wonderful times I shared with Renay and will always have her memory in my heart. To her family I am very sorry for this unfortunate loss. Renay was a wonderful friend and will be deeply missed.
Love, Tyana
April 1, 2008
Dez,Nay & Kira
April 1, 2008
April 1, 2008
andrea miranda
April 1, 2008
Nay, ill never forget the day I met you. You were only three, a beautiful little girl. My sweet cousin. Ill never forget you.
Love Andrea
Dorothy Middleton
April 1, 2008
Mary Alice Barley
April 1, 2008
Renay and family,
I am sorry for your loss. If you need anything you can call me any time day or night . I love you very much.
I will see you Saturday along with Tony and Will. Love MOM
Tina Baysinger-Locati
March 31, 2008
Renay,
I cannot even imagine the pain you are feeling. I just want you to know that I am here for you. Remember that your pattern of grief is only matched by your pattern of love.
You know my number...and you can call it anytime, day or night. I love you.
Mary Alice Barley
March 31, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Isaiah, Genevieve, Joshua, Hannah & Jeremiah Robbins
March 31, 2008
Sweet Little Nay ~
Truly missed will you be
Your life on earth and now your free
It hurts so much to see you go
I will never get to watch you grow
I never got to say goodbye
My eyes will never ever dry
So my beautiful Nay I hope you know
I don't think I can let you go
My beautiful girl you will always be
I love you, I love you my sweet baby!
May you find some healing my dear friend Renay
A mothers love will never stray
by Genevieve Robbins 3/30/2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We love you and will miss you little Nay!
Linda George
March 31, 2008
Nay, I met you as a young girl while you were running around the ball park, and then had the pleasure of coaching you your freshman year on that awesome basketball team. I will never forget you, your smile or your laughter.
Marie and Steve Komarek
March 30, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Shelli Berkenbile
March 30, 2008
I knew Renay in her toddler years and grew up with her mom Renay. Our prayers are with all family and friends of "Little Renay" during this difficult time. Sincere Love, ~Shelli (Smith) Berkenbile and Nicole Smith
Gerry,Donna,Jason,Jon.Liz vinyard
March 30, 2008
Warm Summer Sun
Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation
Carol Smith
March 30, 2008
Renay, Keith, Ruth and family,
My sincere heart felt sympathy is extended to each of you. I remember Nay as a little girl as she and my granddaughter, Nicole, rode their big wheel bikes down the neighborhood sidewalk and the pony rides at birthday parties. My thoughts and prayers are for you during this difficult time.
Rob, Joann, & Joshua Thompson
March 30, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Leslie Jasper
March 30, 2008
I met Renay who was with the Reed family during a camping trip in Astoria last July 2007. I enjoyed my visit in Oregon with her and Chandel. I am sorry for the family of this beautiful young lady. I know the minute I met her, I liked her.
Nay with Paulus
Ben,Sharon,Bailey and Tanner Goodman
March 29, 2008
Nay, you will always be our little ball park girl who wouldn't leave the house without your hair being done...no matter how old you were! We love you and your family. You will be missed!
Merlyn Wright
March 29, 2008
We have known Nay since she was a very young girl. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Betty Elliott
March 29, 2008
Renay was a sweet a loving person always with a smile
Cindy and Roger Freeman
March 29, 2008
OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY..
Nay & Precious May 2007
Dorothy Middleton
March 29, 2008
Nay was a sweet, caring individule who had friends of all ages due to her warmth and charm. I have only the very sweetest of memories about my young neice. She will forever, in my mind, be a beautiful, unspoiled Princess. She will be missed by friends, family, and all who ever met her. Aunt Dotty
Ruth Vrell
March 29, 2008
I will miss you forever, I love you more then life itself. you will forever be in my heart.
Grammy
Robert Middleton
March 29, 2008
Nay was a sweet person I only met once when she visited us. I wish I could have Known her alot more. My deepest condolences to the rest of her family and friends.
Uncle Bob
Tina Milburn
March 29, 2008
Renay, Paulas, Kirra and Dezi:
We are so sorry for your loss. Renay was a beautiful young girl. We have such fond memories of "Nay" and the kids running around the softball field during the games. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Kelly, Tina, Dallas and Dalton Milburn
william and dan whitaker
March 29, 2008
renay, ruth,keith, My hart truly aches for you all . We offer our prayers and support plese ,whatever you need whenever you need it call on us we love you like famialy
Larry and Gracie Tams
March 29, 2008
NayNay we miss you girl, God must have needed you more for another important task. Our deepest condolences and love for all the family members, she will be greatly missed by all of us.
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