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Phillip Renke
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1933 - 2017
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Obituary for Phillip J. Renke

Phillip J.  Renke
Phillip J. Renke, 84, of Romulus, Michigan, passed away on October 24, 2017. Phillip was born April 6, 1933 in Romulus, Michigan. He was the son of the late Felix Renke and Cecelia (Schoenrock) Renke.

As a life long resident of Romulus, he was active in the community and retired from the City of Romulus DPW as a foreman. Along with several high school friends, Phil was a co-founder and coach of the Romulus Little League Flyers football team back in the early 1970’s, as well as an usher at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, a member of the City of Romulus Planning Commission for many years, and a member of the Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA). He also loved spending time with his family, fishing, bowling, taking family trips, working in the yard, and collecting antique radios. Phil was a devoted Catholic and held strong faith based values that he instilled in his children and grandchildren.

To cherish his memory, he leaves behind his wife; Michele Renke, four children; David (Beth) Renke, Steven (Linda) Renke, Janet (Jeff) Schonscheck, and Julie (Manuel) Manago, one brother; Raymond (Loretta) Renke, thirteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Phil was preceded in death by his parents; and three sisters; Genevieve Dugan, Patricia Renke, and Mary Ann Banks.

Friends may gather from 1:00pm to 8:00pm on Thursday, October 26, 2017, at Crane Funeral Home, 36885 Goddard Rd. Romulus, Michigan 48174, (734) 941-9200, with a rosary at 6:00pm. Prayers will be on Friday, October 27, 2017 at Crane Funeral Home at 10:30am, with the mass will follow at St. Aloysius Catholic Church at 11:00am, with Father John Dumas officiating. Interment will take at Michigan Memorial Park.

Online guests may leave condolences, share a photo, or light a memorial candle by visiting www.cranefuneralhome.net.

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Our Services

Explore all the ways in which we can help you create a personalized, memorable experience that pays tribute to the life of your loved one.
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Preplanning

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Contact Us

Have questions? We are here to answer them all. Just contact us via phone or our contact form, and we will provide all the information you'll need.
Learn More

Czopek Funeral Directors
Phone: (734) 285-9000
2157 Oak Street
Wyandotte, MI 48192

Kernan Funeral Service
Phone: (313) 381-2345
1020 Fort Street
Lincoln Park, MI 48146

Heritage Funeral Home
Phone: (734) 285-1300
15748 Fort Street
Southgate, MI 48195

Crane Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Phone: (734) 941-9200
36885 Goddard Road
Romulus, MI 48174


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