John Rentchler

May 19, 1942 - October 14, 2025

I am sad to share that my dad, John Rentchler, passed away at home at the age of 83. I am so thankful that our family was with him in his final moments.

He was so very proud of his service in Vietnam and his 30 years of dedication to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Along with supporting many causes, he never would turn away a friend or family member in a time of need.

My dad was not one to take a break. Rarely did he go on vacation or take the time to enjoy what life could bring.  My hope is now he is truly able to rest; sitting on a beach next to green rolling hills, where he can just see a Santa Fe train rolling off in the distance, while he manifests a buffalo herd walking by all of his favorite things.

Dani Ramage, daughter

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US Army

April 1, 1966 - April 1, 1969 Active Duty

September 1967 - September 1968 - Vietnam

USAR Honorable Discharge April 1, 1973

Specialist 5

Basic Training - Fort Lewis, Washington, Advanced Training, Artillary Survey - Fort Sill, Oklahoma

RVN Service, Good Conduct

Duties:  Artillery Survey - RVN, Company Clerk - RVN, Radio Telephone Operator Fire Direction Control - RVN, Driver for Company Commander - RVN, Duty Roster Clerk - Ft. Lewis, Washington

Stationed:  Ford Ord, California, Fort Lewis, Washington, Republic of Vietnam, HQ Battery 6th Bn/15 Artillery, 1st Infantry Division - Lai Khe, Saigon, International Compound