Mrs. Olinda Renz McLain's Obituary
OLINDA RENZ McLAIN passed away August 26, 2009 after a series of small strokes and congestive heart failure. She was born to Charles and Hertha (Caletka) Renz on a farm near Eagle Lake in Colorado County, Texas on October 27, 1923. She and her siblings rode horses to attend the one room Willow School. During summer they helped with chores on the farm. After Olinda graduated from Eagle Lake High School with honors, she was asked by the school board to teach at Mentz Elementary School. Taught for several years to raise money to attend Southwest Texas State College. Later, worked in the Accounting Department at Western Natural Gas Corp. She married John Wesley "Red" McLain in Houston on September 19, 1953. Longtime member of Park Place United Methodist Church. She liked to cook, garden, read and travel. After the children were born she stayed at home and devoted her life to her family. She put others before herself and was always available to help any member of her family and friends who loved her dearly. When her mother broke her hip and later had cancer, Olinda took care of her until her death. She also devoted herself to her husband after his cancer diagnosis. She will be remembered fondly for her generosity, honesty and integrity. Predeceased by her husband John of 46 years and her parents. Survivors are children Natalie Lynne McLain and Russell Branch McLain, sister Elleen Ann Chapman & husband Mike, brother Nolan Lee Renz & wife Carolyn along with numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Margie Griffin and caregivers at Quality Living Personal Care, Missouri City for their compassion and support. The visitation will be Friday, August 28, 2009, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at SouthPark Funeral Home. A service of remembrance will be held Saturday, August 29, 2009, at 10 a.m. in the chapel of SouthPark Funeral Home. Interment will follow at SouthPark Cemetery.
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