Larry Curtis Rentz

Larry Rentz, age 84, of Waverly, Georgia passed away Thursday, October 29, 2026, at UF Health of Jacksonville, Florida.

Larry was born on May 27, 1942, in Alexandria, Virginia to the late James Curtis Rentz and the late Nellie Marie Pitts Rentz. He owned and operated Rentz & Associates. A true adventurer at heart, Larry lived a life defined by a deep love for the outdoors, a passion for exploring the world, and an enduring commitment to his community. His love for nature led him to become a dedicated, long-time member of the Dover Bluff Club community, where he found great joy in the coastal landscape, camaraderie, and peaceful surroundings. An avid outdoorsman, Larry was rarely happier than when he was hunting in the woods or casting a line into the water. His respect for wildlife, firearms safety, and conservation was reflected in his proud long-time membership with the National Rifle Association (NRA). Beyond local shores and woods, Larry was also an avid international traveler. He possessed an insatiable desire to see the world, experiencing diverse cultures. He also possessed an abundance of charm and a heart big enough to appreciate and admire beauty in whoever and wherever he found it. Whether trekking through foreign landscapes or sharing stories of his latest expedition, Larry brought a sense of wonder and enthusiasm to every journey.

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his stepmother, Lillian Beecher Rentz; and brothers, Ronnie Summerlin, James Ritchie and Jack Ritchie.

Survivors include his daughters, Lisa Michelle Rentz of Brunswick, Kimberly Vaughn Klapp (Phil) of Waverly, and Kelly Suzanne Rentz Heck of Yulee, FL; sister, Rhonda Rentz Roberts of Hazlehurst; brothers, Dennis L. Rentz and Stanley R. Rentz both of Hazlehurst, grandchildren, Ashley Brooks Funderburk, Jennifer Cavel McCoy, Marion Brett (Lacey) Funderburk, Alicia Chanelle Vaughn, Brooke Michelle Vaughn, Alison Nicole Hope (Jeremy) Anderson, Justin Tate Funderburk, Gregory Mark Loper, Jr., Jonathon Cory Funderburk and Anna Elise Heck; eight great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild also survives.

Funeral services will be Monday, November 2, 2026, at 2:00 pm at Zoar Baptist Church with Rev. Eric Rentz and Mark Noble officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service (1:00 pm).

Active Pallbearers will be Justin Funderburk, Brett Funderburk, Jesse Rentz, Kyle Summerlin, Zachary Holcomb and Brody Jones.

Honorary pallbearers will be his six granddaughters.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the direction of Swain Funeral Home Hazlehurst Chapel.