Frances T. Rennick, 88, Remembered for Lifelong Contributions

Frances T. Rennick, aged 88, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025, at the Schuylkill Center in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. A lifelong resident of St. Clair, she was born on September 15, 1936, to the late Francis and Mary (Ditcavage) Flanagan. A graduate of St. Clair High School, Frances dedicated much of her life to her family and community.

Throughout her career, Frances worked as a seamstress at the St. Clair Garment Factory, where she was an active member of the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union (ILGWU). She later retired from Jetson Mail Services in Hamburg, Pennsylvania, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and dedication.

Frances was a devout member of the St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church in St. Clair. Her faith and commitment to her church community were integral to her life.

Family and Legacy

In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Teno Rennick, who passed away in 2020, and her two sisters, Margaret Gregory and Maryann Hosler. She is survived by her three children: Linda Breisch and her husband Nelson of Hershey; Michael Rennick and his wife Susan of St. Clair; and Lisa Kurilla and her husband James of Port Carbon. Frances was also a proud grandmother to four grandchildren: Jimmy Kurilla and his wife Kaitlyn; Brittany Schenck and her husband Jordan; Matthew Breisch; and Kevin Breisch. She was blessed with two great-grandchildren, Kamryn Schenck and Oliver Kurilla. Additionally, she is remembered by her brother, John Flanagan, of Port Carbon, along with several nieces and nephews.

Memorial Service Details

A memorial mass will be held on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, located at 250 E. Hancock St., St. Clair, Pennsylvania. Msgr. William Glosser will officiate the service. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the church prior to the mass.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Compassus Hospice at 500 Hawk Ridge Dr., Suite 4, Hamburg, PA 19526. Following the service, burial will be private at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville. Arrangements are under the care of the Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home in St. Clair.

Frances T. Rennick will be remembered for her unwavering dedication to her family, her community, and her faith. Her legacy will continue through her children and grandchildren, who carry forward her values and love.