French, Renie Jean, age 69, of St. Clairsville, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 3, 2010.

She was born March 15, 1940 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late James and Henrietta Wallace Rusch.

Renie was a retired medical assistant and was retired from Belmont County Senior Services as the director of the Colerain Senior Center.

Surviving are two sons, John French and William French; two daughters, Christine Schau and Kate Holcomb; a sister, Bonnie Zablotny; three brothers, Randall, James and David Rusch; three grandchildren, two great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Honoring Renie?s wishes there will be a private family service on Saturday at 4 p.m. at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville. A private committal service will be held at the convenience of the family in Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville. Online Condolences may be sent to the family from www.toothmanfuneralhome.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Belmont County Animal Rescue League, 45244 National Rd., St. Clairsville, OH 43950.