Mrs. DeReta Ann Renfro, age 74 of the Gardner Street in Rockwood passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2010 in the Harriman Care & Rehab Center. A member of the West Hills Presbyterian Church, she was preceded in death by her father Eugene Fairchild; mother Vivian Howard; stepfather Carson Howard; sister Peggy Fairchild Snow; husband Walter H. Renfro, Jr.; nieces Linda Snow Dolson and Judy Snow Webb; aunt Margie Hook; and son in law Mark Gilmore.
Survivors include:
Daughter Marty Renfro Gilmore of Rockwood
Beloved Grandson Tyler Mark Gilmore of Rockwood
Nephew Scott E. Snow of Rockwood
Numerous Cousins
Close friend Norma Jo Hamilton of Chattanooga
Funeral service will be conducted Thursday, July 8th at 8:00 pm in the Chapel of Evans Mortuary with Pastor Jeffrey D. Jenkins officiating. Interment will be Friday at 11:00 am in the Roane Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Evans Mortuary.
Guestbook Entries
Sorry your loss. I would have to say your mom was a second mom to me growing up. I think she practically raised me. I know you will miss her deeply. Love Emily
Emily McEvoy (Memphis, TN)
Marti and Tyler, I will miss seeing and talking to your mom. I am so sorry. You both have been through a lot lately.
kim Henley Kennedy (Kingston, TN)
Marty,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will pray for you.
Stormy Gunter (Rockwood, TN)
I have not seen your mother since my mother Toni died years ago. They were such good friends and I remember you and your mother coming to our house to visit and me going with Emily and mother to your house. Your mother made a dessert that I loved so much. She was a dear sweet person.
Nancy Clark Thomas (Farragut, TN)
Marty-your mother was one of a kind-shoot from the hip-no nonsense woman. The apple did not fall far from the tree.We feel lucky to have known her. Tyler as we all know was the sparkle in her eye and she loved him unconditional. We love you and Tyler very much and are so lucky and blessed to have you in our lives. You know where we are if you need us.
James & Allie McFadden (McDonough, GA)
Marty and Tyler: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find peace in the days ahead. If you need anything just call.
Fred & Kathy Kleinsmith (Kingston, TN)
Marty, may God give you the comfort only He can provide. We will continue praying for you and Tyler in this trying time. May the Lord be with you now and always and know that one day you will be reunited with your Mom and Mark in paradise. God bless you and we are so sorry for your loss.
Brad & Brenda Wickham (Savannah, MO)
Marty & Tyler,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this sad time.
Darlene Wright (Harriman, TN)
marty we are very sorry for yours and tylers loss. I did not know you mom well but she was really nice to us in may of last year. please if you need anything call me anytime. always remember that i love you and tyler and will be praying for you.
lesley and william taylor (Vidalia, GA)
Such a dear person, genuine friend and classmate. So thankful we were able to "pick up" years after our high school graduation. I already miss her knowing she is gone but very thankful for her eternal peace and rest. I am also thankful for her friendship and the strength she portrayed in facing her illnesses. My sincerest condolences go out to her family whom she loved so much. I regret I will be unable to attend her service but will pray God's peace and comfort for all who are there, especially for her closest family in this hurting time. Freida Allen Breazeal
Freida Breazeal (Marietta, GA)
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