W. Lou Rinser Vanadore

W. Lou Rinser Vanadore, known affectionately as Lou to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, in Anderson, South Carolina. Born on December 9, 1966, in Hartwell, Georgia, Lou's life was a testament to the power of love, laughter, and unwavering faith.

Lou's journey began as the cherished daughter of Helen Rinser and the late Billy Joe Rinser. Her vibrant spirit was nurtured in a lively household alongside her brothers Pete, married to Angie, Randy, and Jack "Shorty," married to Jamie, and her sisters Linda Pressley and Mary "Cricket" Bowen, married to Rickey. Lou's life was further enriched by her marriage to her devoted husband, Stanley Vanadore, with whom she shared 40 years of love and companionship.

Together, Lou and Stanley raised two wonderful daughters, Jessica Vanadore "Panda" and Kayla Vanadore Brown, married to Daniel. Lou's role as a mother was one of her greatest joys, and she embraced every moment with her children. Her love extended to her adored granddaughters, Emily Grace "Gracie" "Chunk munk," Jayla Daniela "Jaybug," and Holly Noel Brown, and her great-granddaughter, Jurnee Paige Brown. The family eagerly anticipated the arrival of her great-grandson, Braxton Thomas Pepper.

Lou's family circle was vast and included her brother-in-law Keith Vanadore, married to Tina, and her cousins Peanut, Tracey Risner, and Missy Findley. She was preceded in death by her brother-in-law Donnie Vanadore and sister-in-law Cindy Vanadore

 Lou's true calling was creating a warm and welcoming home for her family and friends. Her love for the holidays was infectious, and she reveled in the joy of bringing people together. A gifted cook, Lou's kitchen was the heart of her home, where laughter was shared, and memories were made.

Those who knew Lou will remember her as a loving, funny, and faith-filled soul. Her unwavering belief in the goodness of people and the strength of family bonds was an inspiration to all. Lou's sense of humor brought light into every room, and her compassionate nature made her a confidant and friend to many.

Lou's legacy is one of love and laughter, a life lived with open arms and an open heart. Her spirit will continue to shine brightly in the lives of those she touched. Lou Rinser Vanadore will be deeply missed, but her memory will be cherished forever by her loving family and the many friends who were blessed to know her.

She Is Not Gone

Ease your grief she is not gone. For in your hearts she lingers on. Her smile, her laugh, her special way, will comfort you from day to day. You'll feel her presence in the breeze that dances gently, through the trees. and its her face that you shall see, when you're in need of company!

At anytime, you can recall the love you shared- you saved it all and in time, more than anything you'll find peace in remembering.