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John Rennie Obituary
Virden, IL—John William Rennie was tragically taken from us on Feb.1, 2021. He was born in Virden, the son of Nelda (McLean) and John I. Rennie. He was named for his father John and his grandfather William, but "Johnny Bill" soon became known as "J.B.".
And known, he was. A lifelong resident of Virden, he graduated from Virden High School in 1980 . He was employed by the State of Illinois, Department of Communications. As DJB, he channeled his love of music and state of the art stereo equipment into his DJ business for many years. He loved being a part of so many celebrations, and it gives us comfort to know he will be remembered as part of such happy occasions.
He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his sisters, Tanna Kendrick, Teri(Frank) Musso, Sara Rennie, Cynda(Loy)Wrightsman, and Patti(Ed) Abbott. Six nieces and nephews.Troy Boblitt, Brittany Miller, Sara Bolen, Amy Richter, Adam Nichols and Aryn Nichols and nine great-nieces and nephews. He is also mourned by many friends that considered him
family. He was loved for his constant smile, his humor and his giving nature.
Due to Covid there will be no public services.
In memory of J.B., please give to the charity of your choice, do some act of kindness in his name, and think of him when you listen to good music. He'd like that.
Airsman & Calvert Funeral Home in Virden is honored to be caring for J.B.'s family.
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Annette Hahn
March 5, 2021
I worked with JB at the SOS office in the 80’s. If you were having a bad day, he was the one who could always make you laugh. Prayers and hugs to all who knew him. He will be missed.
David Radwine
February 9, 2021
Cynda, so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family. May JB's memory be a blessing.
Kelley Carter
February 7, 2021
JB was a great person! I worked with him for years at the State
I will have many good memories of JB
God bless the family
Kelley Carter
Charles j Gramlich
February 7, 2021
Cynda and Family. Please accept my sympathy.
Robbin Evans Brennan
February 6, 2021
JB was a kind, well loved person. His friendship will be deeply missed. Rest In Peace
Ellen Howell
February 6, 2021
I will always remember JB as that cute sweet little blonde hair boy. (With Patti as his sidekick.) Such a terrible lost. Thinking about you girls. Stay strong.
Janet (Briscoe) Lykins
February 6, 2021
Such a tragedy.....I’m so sorry for your loss. JB was always ready to give someone a reason to smile. Sending prayers for peace to his family and all who knew him.
Jim Allen
February 6, 2021
JB had a personality everyone should have.
Will be truly missed.
Dial up the music forever!!
Mary von Liski
February 6, 2021
Heartfelt sympathy, caring thoughts, prayers. Wishing the family and friends: a song in your hearts; sunshine after the clouds; a rainbow after the rain. Cherished memories. Peace.
Nancy Cain Heriford
February 6, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Hold his memories in your heart and he will always be with you.
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