Mr. Larry Rentz, 84
Mr. Larry Rentz, 84, of Waverly, passed away Oct. 29 at UF Health of Jacksonville, Fla.
Larry was born May 27, 1942, in Alexandria, Va., to the late James Curtis Rentz and the late Nellie Marie Pitts Rentz. He owned and operated Rentz & Associates. A true adventurer at heart, Larry lived a life defined by a deep love for the outdoors, a passion for exploring the world, and an enduring commitment to his community. His love for nature led him to become a dedicated, long-time member of the Dover Bluff Club community, where he found great joy in the coastal landscape, camaraderie and peaceful surroundings. An avid outdoorsman, Larry was rarely happier than when he was hunting in the woods or casting a line into the water. His respect for wildlife, firearms safety and conservation was reflected in his proud long-time membership with the National Rifle Association. Beyond local shores and woods, Larry was an avid international traveler. He possessed an insatiable desire to see the world, experiencing diverse cultures. He also possessed an abundance of charm and a heart big enough to appreciate and admire beauty in whoever and wherever he found it. Whether trekking through foreign landscapes or sharing stories of his latest expedition, Larry brought a sense of wonder and enthusiasm to every journey.
In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his stepmother Lillian Beecher Rentz; and brothers Ronnie Summerlin, James Ritchie and Jack Ritchie.
Survivors include his daughters Lisa Michelle Rentz of Brunswick, Kimberly Vaughn Klapp (Phil) of Waverly, and Kelly Suzanne Rentz Heck of Yulee, Fla.; sister Rhonda Rentz Roberts of Hazlehurst; brothers Dennis L. Rentz and Stanley R. Rentz both of Hazlehurst; grandchildren Ashley Brooks Funderburk, Jennifer Cavel McCoy, Marion Brett (Lacey) Funderburk, Alicia Chanelle Vaughn, Brooke Michelle Vaughn, Alison Nicole Hope (Jeremy) Anderson, Justin Tate Funderburk, Gregory Mark Loper Jr., Jonathon Cory Funderburk and Anna Elise Heck; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
Services were Nov. 2 at Zoar Baptist Church with the Rev. Eric Rentz and Mark Noble officiating.
Active Pallbearers were Justin Funderburk, Brett Funderburk, Jesse Rentz, Kyle Summerlin, Jeremy Anderson and Brody Jones.
Honorary pallbearers were his six granddaughters.
Swain Funeral Home Hazlehurst Chapel was in charge.
