Paul D. Rennicker, 73, of Dover, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2023, in Cleveland Clinic-Union Hospital at Dover following a period of declining health.
Born in Dennison, he was the son of the late Loren D. and Rita M. (Herndon) Rennicker and was a 1967 graduate of Claymont High School at Uhrichsville. Following high school, Paul entered the United States Army and was honorably discharged after serving during the Vietnam War.
Paul possessed a genuine love for animals and throughout his working life, held many different jobs but the one that he loved the most was working at a local Dairy Farm and taking care of the animals. He also served as a 4-H advisor and in his spare time, he loved just being home and spending time with his family.
Paul is survived by his wife, Cynthia D. (Hiller) Rennicker, of the residence; two sons, James D. (Laura) Rennicker and Gary R. Rennicker, both of Dover; three grandsons, Michael, Titus (partner Kaylee), and Jonathan Rennicker; three great-grandchildren, Brayxtin, Cameryn and Westlynn; two brothers and two sisters.
In addition to his parents, Paul was also preceded in death by a brother.
In keeping with his wishes, Paul is to be cremated through the care of the Geib Funeral Center & Crematory at Dover and a private inurnment will take place in the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery at Rittman.
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5600 North Wooster Avenue, Dover, Ohio 44622
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5600 North Wooster Avenue, Dover, Ohio 44622
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