Richard J. Renko

Richard J. Renko, loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed peacefully Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in his Chester, Ark., home surrounded by his family. He was the owner of Muzik Management Productions and a lifelong supporter of the performing arts. Born Dec. 20, 1949, in Kansas City, Kan., he was preceded in death by his parents Steve and Nettie Renko. Survivors include his wife, Suzanne Renko of the home; one daughter, Sarah Renko of Eureka Springs; one son, David Renko and wife, Lori of Eureka Springs; two sisters, Janet Rasmussen of Houston, Texas, and Patti Languein of Sandy, Ore.; two brothers, Steve Renko, Jr., of Leawood, Kan., and John Renko of Aurora, Colo.; and two granddaughters, Mia Belle Renko and Riley Louise Renko, both of Eureka Springs. Cremation will be under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home of Alma. In honor of the deceased's request, there will be no public service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Peachtree Hospice, 2910 Jenny Lind Road, #4, Fort Smith, AR 72901. To place an online tribute, please visit www.ockerfuneralhome.com.