Rench, Wilma (1929 - 2021) Wilma was a local gal, (born in Leonidas, Michigan), about five miles north of Colon. Wilma was an extremely talented organist and became a professional in every way. Wilma was 19 years old in 1948 when she answered an ad for the organist for the Abbott's Get-Together. She related her nervousness waiting on Percy Abbott. He spread out some music for her and it was "American Patrol." Wilma didn't need the music and after a few bars she was hired. The surprise guest that first night was Edgar Bergen. In 2011 she decided to retire but holds the record for most performances at the Get-Together, not as a magician, but as a remembered and talented organist. As a professional organist Wilma played for local bands, the Abbotts magic get together, some of the largest circus's in the country and was the organist for the Colon and Athens Methodist Church's for many years. Also buried here is her husband Jack (#23 on this list) Sec 7; Row 22; # 8
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Compliments of Abbott's Magic in memory of Wilma
WILMA RENCH PHOTO GALLERY
Long time organist at the Abbott Get Together
☆ ☆ ☆ Wilma provided live organ music at dozens of Abbott Get Togethers ☆ ☆ ☆
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