Bill G. Reneau

Billy G. "Bill" Reneau, 61, of Leawood, KS, died suddenly on Saturday, December 17, 2011. Born April 16, 1950. Preceded in death by father Fred L. Reneau of Kansas City, MO. Survived by mother, Doris Laverne Reneau of Kansas City, MO, fiance' and long time partner, Kimberly M. Barron of Leawood, KS, sons William J. of Raymore, MO, Zakary P. and J. Alexander Reneau of Overland Park, KS and much loved employees Louise J. Laster, and H. Lawrence Tigerman. Bill was also a beloved father figure to Kim's two sons, Robert C. and Russell C. Barron.

Bill owned and operated Facets Jewelry in Leawood, KS and was in the jewelry trade for over 25 years. His business was a great source of joy and pride for him and many of his customers became cherished friends.

Bill had battled and overcome many health issues in the past several years and his determination was incredible. He let it be known that he was the happiest and most content he had ever been in his life and that he enjoyed a great sense of peace. Bill was taken from us entirely too soon, but we find joy and comfort knowing that he died truly happy and deeply loved.

A memorial celebration of Bill's life will be held on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. at the Church of the Resurrection Wesley Chapel (East building), 13720 Roe Ave., Leawood, KS, 66224. Visitation with the family will be held before the service from 9:30-10:15. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Indiana University School of Medicine to support transplant surgery. Please make memorial gifts payable to "IU Foundation - Transplant Surgery" and mail to IU Foundation, P.O. Box 660245, Indianapolis, IN 46266-0245. Please indicate "In memory of Bill Reneau" on your gift.