Terena and Danny Renison

Terena Christine Renison, age 67, of Chandler Arizona was welcomed into heaven on Saturday May 31, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born to James Hale and Pearl Wagner on September 12, 1957 in Wallace, Idaho. Terena attended at North High School as well as Jesus Name Church which was pastored by James Outlaw Sr. This church is where she met and married the love of her life Danny Gene Renison on June 21, 1975. Danny and Terena have lived mostly in Arizona and only a few years in Ohio (1984-1986) and Wyoming (1975-1977).

Terena retired from being a line operator at Bard in September 2021 after 7 years where she helped create heart stints for hospitals. She also worked a good portion of her career at L3 which was also known as Litton or Northrop Grumman after 21 years working 1990-2011. She was an operator for Night Vision Goggles used for our military during Desert Storm.

The joy of Terena’s life was her children and grandchildren. She loved worshipping the lord and in her younger years sang in the choir while her husband played the base, and her mother played the piano. Terena’s biggest wish and prayer was for her family to know Jesus so she can see them all in heaven again one sweet day.

She is known for leaving a trail of glitter wherever she goes as she loved sparkling bright clothes and her favorite color was purple. She loved butterflies and would always say it symbolizes departed family to her.

Terena is preceded in death by her father James Hale, stepfather Ralph Wagner, 3 brothers Chris Hale, Danny Reed, and Richard Wagner, 1 sister Terry Hale and 1 grandson Odin O’Hanlon. Terena leaves behind her husband Danny Renison, Son Danny Renison Jr., Daughter Crystal Kennedy (Kenneth), Mother Pearl Wagner, 1 brother Curtis Hale (Sharon). 3 sisters Teresa Terhorst (Adrian), Melanie Blackmon (Chuck), and Melissanne Hampton (Jason) and 10 grandchildren Kenneth Kennedy Jr (Bianca), Julia Kennedy (Nicholus), Timothy Renison, Aaron Kennedy (Isabel), Brianna Renison, Ashley Renison, Gage Kennedy, ShelbyLynn Kennedy, Levi Kennedy, and Phillip Hulett (Allyson), and 6 great grandchildren Clayton Roberts, Oliver Kennedy, Scarlett O’Hanlon, Catalina Kennedy, Serilda Kennedy, Zoey O’Hanlon.

The family knows Terena is rejoicing in heaven with her family and friends, but her absence has left an emptiness that forever will be felt. Her smile and laugh will always be remembered until the day we all get together at the pearly gates.

Danny Gene Renison age 72 of Chandler Arizona was welcomed into heaven on Tuesday June 10, 2025. He was born to Jack Renison and Erma Smith on August 4, 1952 in Portsmouth, Ohio. Danny attended Mesa High School and played bass guitar at Jesus name Church which was pastored by James Outlaw Sr. Danny spent his summers with his grandparents where he continued to play the bass in their Southern Baptist church. His love for the bass came at a very young age and his Grandma Patrick bought Danny his 1st bass guitar and Amp when he was 14 years old. She said he never had to pay her back as long as he continued playing to serve the lord. That promise he kept for his remaining 58 years.

Danny’s talent did not stop at bass man but he also was a talented singer. Much like his grandpa Ivan and uncle Harold, he has been in a few Southern Gospel Groups. Danny’s 1st singing group with his friends, Andrew Outlaw and Bill Dawley and they were called Fresh Religion. In 1981 he sang with The Eastern Sunrise Quartet based out of Ohio. However, his last and longest running group was Eastern Gate Trio where he sang with his friend Don Caron and mother-in-law Pearl Wagner. I believe his proudest accomplishment is recording a CD titled “Thinkin Bout Home” which he dedicated his work in the memory of his uncle Harold who was his inspiration.

He had several hobbies throughout his life that he enjoyed including riding his Harley with his best friend Rick Coker, joining a bowling league, going to gospel concerts including the National Quartet Convention, and traveling on gospel cruises with some of his favorite groups. His love for music tied second with his love for any type of racing you could think of. Danny was an avid NASCAR fan and you could be sure his Sunday afternoons were spent reclined in his chair watching his favorite drivers on the big screen. Danny was the owner of Ricky Thornton’s modified in 2004 where they won the Manzanita Speedways Trophy Dash during the 53rd anniversary of the track. Danny followed the Thornton family career since 1997 and they happen to be cousins to his 1st love, his wife Terena.

Danny retired in September 2015 after 25 years of being a bus operator and trainer for City of Phoenix which is also known as Violia Transportation. Danny received many driving awards including 2 million miles of safe driving for no accidents with the company. Danny also had fond memories of growing up working with his grandmother Celeste Renison, and his father Jack and several cousins at the Crispie Crème Donut Shop in Portsmouth Ohio.

Danny met Terena at Jesus Name Church where they also married on June 21st, 1975. If you asked Terena how he swept her off her feet, she would tell you that he made her laugh till she hurt. If you asked Danny, he would tell you the bass man, not the drummer, always gets the girl. Their marriage was a testimony of love, faith and devotion. He continued to make her laugh and be her provider and she continued to be his crown and partner with him all the days of her life. Both Danny and Terena said they could not live without the other and dreaded the thought of ever attending each other’s funeral.

Danny was greeted in heaven by Terena who entered Paradise just 10 days prior, as well as his father Jack Renison, his mother Erma Smith, his maternal grandparents Ivan & Anna Patrick, his paternal grandparents Jack and Celeste Renison, his 1 brother Brian Renison, 1 stepbrother Frank Mercer Jr, 1 great-grandson Odin O’Hanlon and many uncles, aunts, and cousins. Danny leaves behind his Son Danny Renison Jr., Daughter Crystal Kennedy (Kenneth), and 10 grandchildren Kenneth Kennedy Jr (Bianca), Julia Kennedy (Nicholus), Timothy Renison, Aaron Kennedy (Isabel), Brianna Renison, Ashley Renison, Gage Kennedy, ShelbyLynn Kennedy, Levi Kennedy, and Phillip Hulett (Allyson), and 6 great grandchildren Clayton Roberts, Oliver Kennedy, Scarlett O’Hanlon, Catalina Kennedy, Serilda Kennedy, and Zoey O’Hanlon.

Visitation: Thursday June 19, 2025 5-8pm at Valley of the Sun Mortuary: 10940 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler Az

Celebration of Life: Friday June 20, 2025 10:30am – 1pm at Victory Tabernacle Church of God: 339 S. Lindsay Rd. Gilbert Az

Graveside Service: Friday June 20, 2025 1:30-2pm at Valley of the Sun Mortuary: 10940 E. Chandler Heights Rd. Chandler Az