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Beth Marie Renninger

1978 - 2013

Beth Marie Renninger obituary, 1978-2013, Colorado Springs, CO

BORN

1978

DIED

2013

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Swan-Law Funeral Directors

501 North Cascade Avenue

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Beth Renninger Obituary

Beth Marie Renninger, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, granddaughter, niece, and friend passed away on December 24, 2013 in Denver, Colorado. She was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, October 5, 1978 (with her twin brother) to Maureen Renninger (Kral) and the late Robert J. Renninger.

Beth graduated from Saint Mary's High School in 1997, The University of Colorado, Boulder in 2001, and The University of Colorado, Denver in 2003 with a Masters in Special Education. She received her Education Specialist degree from the University of Colorado, Denver in 2008. She worked first as a Special Education teacher where she impacted many lives with her passion and selflessness to support and teach all children. She most recently worked as an Instructional Coach at Slater Elementary, in the Jeffco School District (Denver area), where she continued to influence teachers and students alike, giving herself whole-heartedly to her job.

Family and friends were extremely important to her. Of great importance to her was spending time with her four nephews. She made a point to attend all their birthday parties and keep tabs on important aspects of their lives. Family tradition was very significant to her, holding strong to old traditions and making new ones, such as gifting matching pajamas to "her boys" each Christmas Eve and remembering those she loved. The Alphas were special friends to Beth, dinners out and chat sessions with the girls brought her joy. Creating bonds with co-workers and other friends held great value to her as well. Her relationship with God helped her journey through life.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her mother and step-father, Maureen and Larry Kral, twin brother, Sean Renninger, sister and brother-in law, Anne and Andy Hund and nephews, Charlie, Henry, Finn, and Nolan Hund, as well as grandparents, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her father Robert J. Renninger.

Vigil and visitation, with a time to share remembrances, will take place on Thursday, January 2, 2014 from 5:00 pm, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 6455 Brook Park Drive, Colorado Springs. A Celebration of Life is scheduled for Friday, January 3, 2014 at 10:00 am at St. Patrick Catholic Church. A private internment for the family will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Colorado Springs.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her name to the Arthritis Foundation or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

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Published by The Gazette on Dec. 29, 2013.

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Maury Digregorio

January 9, 2014

Maureen, Sean and Anne
May Gods love and your beloved memories of Beth sooth you is this very sorrowful time. My deepest condolences. Many blessings to your families. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.

Lisa Lee

January 6, 2014

I knew Beth as a fellow educator in Jeffco, and so valued her kind spirit. When I became a grandmother to twins (a boy and girl) two years ago, Beth shared wisdom and humor from a personal perspective. I can't imagine your pain, and have had you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Cea

January 6, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about Beth's passing. I didn't know Beth very long, having just started as a new member of the Slater staff in August. But from the first moment I met Beth, she made me feel welcome. I am grateful that I got to know Beth, and work along side of her, even for a short time. My thoughts are with you.

Ozzie Grenardo

January 5, 2014

My condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the Renninger family.

Keith Soriano

January 4, 2014

When I left St. Mary's in 1994 to move to Germany, Beth and I would write to each other. In a new place and missing Colorado, Beth helped make the transition easier. Her kindness made a big difference in a strange, new place. I was not surprised to see St. Patrick's filled with people with similar stories yesterday. Farewell, Beth....we'll see you again in God's Kingdom.

January 4, 2014

Maureen, our hearts and prayers go out to you for your loss. We will keep Beth and your family in our prayers.
Jim and Lynda Van Dyke

January 3, 2014

Maureen, Larry Anne, and Sean,
We are so sorry to hear about Beth's passing. From the time we first met you over 30 years ago when the twins and Jen started kindergarten at DR, Beth has had a special place in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Hugs and prayers, Tom and Beth Bowie
Golden, Colorado

Michael Dillon

January 2, 2014

Maureen and Larry: My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. You and your family will be in my prayers. May God's grace and strength, and the love of family and friends carry you through this time of grieving and sorrow. Much love and prayers.

Karen Brown

January 2, 2014

Beth is an amazing educator who touched the lives of so many children and adults alike. As her colleague, I will remember her beautiful smile, witty sense of humor and amazingly positive attitude. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Alisha Lindsey

January 1, 2014

Beth,

I am at a loss of words. This is just a tragic loss. Your care and love for kids with special needs was amazing. Your passion to push all your colleagues to aim to their highest potential was tremendous. I will miss our walks at Wash Park and conversations about education trends. God Bless.

Barbara Murphy

January 1, 2014

Though my heart breaks for you, Maureen, I am thankful that you have a strong faith and a large and loving family to comfort and support you. You are such a beacon of light and I have no doubt Beth had that same light and it is shining down on you now. Aunt Loretta, I know you are carrying the sorrow not only of your loss but of a daughter's grief and I pray that you find comfort through your faith and in the knowledge that you created a family that overflows with a stronger bond and greater love than any family I have ever known.

January 1, 2014

Maureen,Larry & Family:
We are so very sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Juleen Dellacroce

Peggy & Bill Clarey and the entire Clarey family

December 31, 2013

Maureen, Our hearts are broken for you all. Unfortunately we know of the unspeakable pain of losing a child, one who stole your heart forever, but you must know that Beth now exists in indescribable amazing beauty, joy and peace. May God and his Angels surround you with His Peace and His beautiful light of guidance and the Blessed Mother be always holding your hand. Our hearts and thoughts are with you.

Diane (Cheveriea) Hibbard

December 31, 2013

Maureen, so sorry to hear your sad news. Sending love and prayers to your dear family.

Trish Zurlinden

December 31, 2013

Dearest Beth:
Thank you for being my friend. Thank you for your unconditional support and counsel. Over the years, we processed our challenges and successes during coach meetings. Thank you for seeking me out during each and every coach meeting, if only to give me a hug. Our conversations at lunch and in our trainings were a high point. Thank you for your generosity of spirit and wisdom, and for your time and faith in me. I will miss you dearly.

December 31, 2013

I love you all very much
-Aime

Ramos Velasquez

December 31, 2013

Many blessings to your family in this time of need. What a wonderful, joyful person. Very sorry to hear.

Teresa Gerhardt

December 31, 2013

When I think back at all my school days, Beth was there. We played under the bleachers, ran up and down courts & laughed. My heart is breaking for your siblings and mom. Our last conversation, we spoke if how much missed our dads. Give him a big hug sweetie. I love y'all

Andrea Spicciati-Frazee

December 30, 2013

May the memories of Beth help you find peace & comfort.

Gem & Family

December 30, 2013

May God "surround and comfort" Beth's loved ones during this time of sorrow.
Psalm 71:21

Beth Low

December 30, 2013

What a loss to the coach community and the students and teachers she served. My heart is heavy as I was just beginning to get to know this beautiful caring soul. Your presence and impact will be missed greatly. Prayers to her family - May God comfort you at this difficult time.

Jennifer Willey

December 30, 2013

Such a heartbreaking tragedy. You will be missed greatly, Beth. You were such a wonderful person. My prayers are with your family.

Evette Meisel

December 30, 2013

Beth was kind and gentle; she had a way of making everyone feel at ease these are all great qualities for a teacher to have. She was the kind of person that touched the heart of the people that she came in contact with. I pray that your family finds some kind of peace in the days to come. Beth will always be an angel looking over those that she loved. I send my deepest condolences.

Jena Ward

December 30, 2013

Beth was always one to go out of her way to say hi to someone or make them feel welcome. Always with a smile on her face and eagerness to help. Beth, you will be missed. Your family is in my prayers.

Maggie Ham

December 30, 2013

I am so saddened and shocked by your passing and feel for your family still here on earth...you are no longer in pain and are with your father and Jesus again...hugs and prayers for those 4 sweet nephews of yours and for Sean...I am sure you had special bonds with a lot of people, but they are probably hurting in a way that others cannot understand...hugs and prayers for all of you...Maggie (Green) Ham c/o 98

Neil & Lana Wiese

December 30, 2013

We are so very sorry for your loss and may God give all of you strength until you are with Beth again in Heaven.

December 29, 2013

Beth was such a gentle spirit with a ready smile for everyone at the school where we taught. She had a gift for encouraging others and was dearly loved by her students. Her influence will live on through those she touched in her daily life.

Patty Bishop

December 29, 2013

Dearest Maureen, My heart is breaking for you and your family. May God grant you the strength and faith to carry this forward until you rejoin your beautiful daughter in the glory of His presence. The love and joy that is Beth will forever shine in a thousand unexpected sparkles and many warm and intimate memories.
With Love and prayer,
Patty Park Bishop

Marc Velez

December 29, 2013

Beth, I can't believe that you are truly gone. (Our mother's gave birth in the same hospital only 8 days apart). You are like a "candle in the wind." You left this Earth well before your time to go.

Thinking of you and your family fondly.
Marc A. Velez

Andy & Genia Middlemist

December 29, 2013

Maureen and family, our hearts are heavy with sadness upon hearing of the passing of Beth. You are all in our hearts and prayers. May your precious memories and the love of family and friends console and comfort you in your grief.

Kristin Karr Mea

December 29, 2013

I will always remember her kind heart. She always had a smile on her face. Gone but not forgotten. Heaven must have needed an angel.

Alycia Detvay

December 29, 2013

Beth was one of those people who was kind to everyone. I don't think she had a mean bone in her body. Prayers to her family for this precious life lost.

Angela Turpin-Whitfield

December 29, 2013

Beth always had a smile on her face and always greeted me in the halls of Saint Mary's High School. The last time I saw her was at her graduation, but that does not matter for her kind heart and bright smile, stayed with me and encouraged me to pay it forward. And I will continue to pay it forward. My prayers are with the Renninger Family.

Angelina Barela

December 28, 2013

Beth was a wonderful spirit. She helped us grow in high school and in college. She will forever live in all of us through her kind spirit, her words of wisdom, and how she taught all of us to live and love.

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