Mr. Albert Renick

RENICK, Mr. Albert - Age 88, passed away Friday, January 19, 2018 at his residence. Family hour 10:00 AM Saturday, January 27, 2018 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 2415 Bagley St., with funeral services commencing at 11:00 AM. Interment Sunset Hills Cemetery, G-4413 Flushing Rd. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the church 10:00 AM Saturday. Mr. Renick will lie in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home and may be viewed from 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday. Mr. Albert Renick was born and raised in St. Louis, MO on February 11, 1929 to Albert and Helen (Deloach) Renick. He was educated in the St. Louis public school system and he graduated from Vashon High School in the class of 1947. Albert married his high school sweetheart Susie Cofield that same year. That union lasted for 67 years. Alvin, Michael and Gregory were born to that union and Albert often referred to them as "My 3 Sons." Albert attended Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI on a track scholarship where he received both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in education. Albert also served in the US Armed Forces. Upon graduation Albert moved to Flint, MI where he began his legendary and illustrious career in education as a teacher and football coach at Lowell Junior High School. He subsequently became principal of Bryant Junior High School and Mott Adult High School. He holds the title as the first African American secondary school principal in the city of Flint. Albert has received numerous honors and awards which include: Community Service for Kids, Career Achievement Award by the AASA National Academy for School Executives in addition to being the recipient of several other honors bestowed upon him by other organizations both locally and nationally. Albert was a member of St. John Vianney Catholic Church and attended Christ the King Parish where he served on many committees such as President of the Church Council, Minister of Service and as a lector. Albert also received the prestigious Father Dukette Award in 1981. Albert was a member of many professional organizations which included The Flint Congress of School Administrators, Michigan Association of Secondary Principals and was instrumental in the organization of the Mott Adult High School graduation ceremonies. He served on the Board of Directors of Flint General Hospital. He was a distinguished member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. where he crossed at Western Michigan University (Gamma Albert had many hobbies and interests which included sports primarily football and track and field. He was also a die-hard Michigan fan. As a child growing up in St. Louis he was exposed to many aspects of culture and developed a passion for jazz, opera and theater. Albert was a great orator and was famous for storytelling which left an indelible mark on those who came in contact with him. He was an avid reader and read the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal on a daily basis. He could talk competently and intellectually on an array of topics from history and music to sports, local and international affairs. He provided wise counsel to those he wanted to succeed and was a champion for their success. His ultimate goal was to be inspirational. Mr. Albert Renick leaves to cherish his memory: 2 devoted sons, Alvin (Audrey Campbell) Renick of Flint, MI and Gregory Renick of Dallas, TX; granddaughter, Amber Renick of Los Angeles, CA; great granddaughter, Micah Francis also of Los Angeles, CA; a host of nieces and nephews. Mr. Renick was preceded in death by his wife; Susie Renick; son, Michael Renick; and his parents, Albert and Helen Renick. We would like to thank Turn Key Adult Foster Care and Ms. Sheila Wilson.

Mr. Albert Renick

February 11, 1929 - January 19, 2018