Birth date: Feb 4, 1949 Death date: Aug 22, 2012
Louis Joseph Renard passed away on Wednesday, August 22, 2012 at the age of 63. Beloved husband of 42 years to Saundra Sorapuru Renard. Father of Scott Sorapuru and Jason Renard. Grandfather of Jonathan Renard and Jessica Renard Read Obituary
To Our Son-in-Law Joe, We are very saddened at this time but we will try to remember the good times we spent with you, especially last year, when we were together for Pop's birthday. You had such fun riding all around on the motor scooter at Knott'Ns Berry Farm, also you really enjoyed Snoopy's Ice Show. We will miss your big smile but for now, rest in peace with Jesus, and someday we will all be together again.
Hey Joe, (aka Swamp Man) It's been a week since you left us. I've embraced the memories of Mardi Gras, Casinos and our Mississippi Trip. Such a blast! I never laughed so hard at you and Saundra. Thanks for introducing us to Al Lit Fats Jackson and The Waffle House. Thanks for showing Mom, Charles and I a great time. So glad you visited CA too! Knott's Berry Farm and us racing in our wheelchairs was fun. Glad you enjoyed seeing Charles and Blake playing the Blues in Hermosa Beach. Sweet memories to share with my sister. Saundra is missing you but strong in faith and experiencing great peace in the Lord. God's protection surrounds her from harm of Hurricane Issac. Praise God. Miss you Swamp Man! Love, Sister-in-law, Annie
“HEY…BAY-BEH”, rings loud and clear as you enter the room. Your reverent stature shadows the floor as you bend over to place a gentle kiss on my cheek followed by the sound of your southern drawl, “how ya’ doin’?” rolled all in one phrase. I will always encompass immense adoration for your thunderous laughter, as I too exemplify. It is always wonderful for the soul.
One fond memory, Melissa (“Meme”, as you called her) and I will never forget is when our boys were 2 and 3 years old, we came down to visit the family. When it was time for us to depart, you graciously agreed to transport us to the airport. That early morning arrived with a torrential rain storm like we had never witnessed before. Till this day, we don’t know how we made it the airport with your driving speed of 100 miles an hour and zero visibility. God surely blessed us all!
I love you Uncle! May God be with you always… Love Angie
TO MY BIG BROTHER, I KNOW WE DIDN'T VISIT MUCH, I STILL HAD PEACE KNOWING YOU WERE JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY. I WILL MISS YOU,BUT UNTIL ME MEET AGAIN YOU WILL FOREEVER BE IN MY MEMORIES THAT WE HAVE TOGETHER.
PEACE BE WITH YOU MY BROTHER JOE
Uncle Joe! I will miss you so much! You were a gentle giant with a huge heart!!
You will be missed! I know your looking down on us from heaven and reading this on your ipad. I love you!
Nanny Saundra and family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I'm so sorry that Uncle Joe has passed on. He will forever be in my memories as my tallest uncle with the huge heart and infectious smile and a laugh that you could hear from a mile away. I'm so glad to have gotten to see him last summer when ya'll visited California and we went to the music jam and then out for froyo. (frozen yogurt) and took over that joint and nearly cleaned out the store's supply of frozen yogurt and toppings. :) good times! Hold them dear to your heart!
Yes, we will miss him but let's not be sad because this not a good bye, but a segway to our celebration together in Heaven.
All My Love,
Saundra and Family!
It breaks my heart to hear that we have lost my Uncle Joe! But the more I think about him and can only remember so many positive and funny things about him. He was such a gentle giant with the heart of Gold! I know I have learned so many things from him and character traits and demeanor's I admired and try to leave out in my life today! His legacy still shines bright in my heart! I know uncle Joe is in heaven reading this on his iGod Pad... I love you Uncle Joe!!
I love all of you! May God Bless you All.
Mark Mathieu
My prayers are with you and the family Saundra. I can't believe it was 42 years. I think about all the memories,when Steve and I lived with you and Joe in Abita. When we were by Oscars house and I had a asthma attack. Joe went over to Sonny's house and got the spray and flew over there in the Cougar. You could here the rocks and the shells flying from the road. I looked out that window and there was Joe, I was so happy. And he gave me a job working with him. The more I think about it the more memories become clear. Words can't express what my sensitive heart feels. I'm glad I got to see him last year. And I know it would hurt much more if I didn't have faith. We are so blessed to know Jesus in our family. I don't know what I would do without him. R.I.P. Joe. Love you all. Sincerely: Don Sorapuru
Swamp man can finally hunt in peace and quiet. Praise The Lord. Saundra, we're here for if you need us. Please let us know. Love ya, Chuck.
My brother-in-law Joe will always be remembered for being a big man with a big smile and big laughter. He loved a good joke. He had a big appetite too. He was a carpenter by trade and blessed his homeland of Abita by building the Chapel at Caritas. Joseph, the Carpenter, used his God given talents on this lovely landmark. He loved being a member of the hunting club. He loved my sister for caring for him till the end and keeping his spirits filled with love and laughter. Rest in Peace "Swamp Man" We will love and miss you! Annie
