Renae was born in the tiny town of Halfway Oregon. She was the only child of Phillip and Patricia Hepp. Renae is survived by her son Chris (Miriah) Hamilton, her daughter Lori Hamilton, her grandchildren, Miranda Goodwin and Andrew Hamilton, and her great grandchildren, Lucas Hamilton and Charlotte Hamilton. Renae grew up in the small town of Oakridge Oregon. Those who knew Renae, knew she had a kind heart, sweet spirit, and was passionate about her beliefs. She was a true patriot and was proud to show it. Renae was delighted to keep track of the Tumwater T-Birds football games, and watching the Seahawks play. She cherished and adored her children and her grandchildren dearly. Renae thoroughly enjoyed traveling and was definitely fond of fishing, especially Sturgeon fishing. Renae was dedicated to, and loved her job and the people she worked with. She retired from the Washington State Department of Natural Resources. Renae was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by her family, her friends, and all who knew her.
