Birth date: Nov 9, 1930 Death date: Feb 24, 2020
Mrs. Mary Louise (Renkenberger) Closz, age 89, passed away at her home surrounded by her family singing to her. Mary was born November 9, 1930 in Muskegon to Francis and Florence (Matteson) Renkenberger. She received her Bachelor’ Read Obituary
My mom and dad looked beyond the color of my skin. They adopted ME... I was HORRIBLE.. But they didn't give up on me.. I spent the last 25 years trying to make up for that super unstable child they saved from herself. They showed me the difference between GOOD love and bad love. I will miss them BOTH for the rest of my life.
Mary was my Girl Scout leader and mentor for 10 years. She taught many about pure love and acceptance of all. Some of my longest held memories include the gigantic snowman we built (with the help of a snow plow), the trip on coach buses to Washington DC where we were able to visit the monuments and some of the Smithsonian Museum, the weekly scout meetings in her living room, and the haunted house party with Bill's Boy Scout troop.
Mary exchanged Christmas cards with me until just a couple years ago. It was always fun sharing our family news and scouting adventures. She really helped to shape my perspective of love and life.
Love and hugs to your family,
Lynn Liddle-Drewiske
Brownie 1967- Senior 1977
To The Family Of Mary Closz,
You have our sympathy. Mary and her family was a blessing to The Hines Family on
Brookdale Drive. Mary was such a generous and loving person. Our prayers are with you.
Love,
Bob, Ora, Myron and Myra Hines
I have never met a kinder, sweeter soul than Mary! She and Bill epitomized the definition of a faith-filled family as one can see by the wonderful legacy of their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren whose lives were blessed by their loving home. It was such a great experience to lead Girl Scouts with her in the 1990-early 2000’s as she used common sense, loving kindness to all, and leading by example to influence our girls to always help others. Her angelic smile will be greatly missed, but my life was truly blessed by her friendship. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue Zack
You will always have a special place in my heart! I have hundreds of memories growing up around your house. You always made me feel welcome and you always made room for me. ThankU for everything you did for me growing up and a whole lotta others too!
Andria Swiatek
She lived her life to the fullest, sharing her faith by example and always giving, giving, giving. We spent countless hours together in the 70’s and 80’s trying to stabilize kids, sometimes more successful that other’s. No matter the outcome, Mary was always willing to go the extra mile, take the next step, give one more chance to see if we could make a difference. Oh...the stories I could tell of her selflessness. She has a special place in heaven.
I will always live by the words you taught me and walk in the way you lead me. Your Grandchildren are living proof that everything you did, you did it out of love. You will be missed beyond measure and loved eternally. We love you a Bushel and a Peck😘
There’s a new star shining brightly in the evening skies
Most wonderful and loving person I ever knew. She will be greatly missed by everyone. To all of the family my condolences for your loss. Kelly Morrell
David, Katie, Robin, Jeff Closz, and Tracy Damm, and all the children they helped and took in you are all in my thoughts and prayers at the loss of a great mother. She was also a great friend to me. Since I was little when my family was friends with her and Bill. I remember such a peaceful time in their living room alone when our families got together. The books by the fireplace, and the piano were my escape from everyone and haven like I know not many knew. Bless you all and my prayers are with you at your loss.
