Sara Renae Eldredge Powell passed away at home on July 5, 2023, just shy of her 87th birthday. Born on July 6, 1936, Renae was the youngest child of Joseph Harold Eldredge and Erma Salmon. She spent her early life in the Uintah Basin. In these early years, Renae laid the foundation of her great faith in God as an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her testimony and faith were an integral element of her life.

The talents she developed in her youth, she continued to cultivate and share throughout her life. Renae won many awards in recognition of her talents in academics, sewing, speech and drama.

After graduating from High School, Renae attended Brigham Young University where she met her eternal companion, Gene Conder Powell, at the Hello Dance the first week of school. They were married September 16, 1955 in the Salt Lake City Temple. The following year, Gene and Renae moved to Anaheim, California, where they raised their 8 children.

Renae lived a life of service donating her time and talents wherever needed. She especially enjoyed sharing her love of theater, literature and sewing. Renae was involved in numerous theatrical productions. Most notably, for her one woman show portraying the life of Emma Smith.

Most of all, Renae loved her family and spending time with them. This included her 8 children, 23 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, her siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.