Renée Andrea Esposito

Renée Andrea Esposito, age 56, a proud lifelong Houstonian, was born on February 27, 1970 and passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026. She will be lovingly remembered for her devotion to family and friends, her service to the community, and the traditions that brought joy to those who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her father, Jack Payton; her mother, Carol Marsh Dorsch; her sister, Lisa Foley Rector; her father-in-law, Bill Esposito Sr. and her mother-in-law, Jean Esposito.

Renée is survived by her husband, Billy Esposito; her children, Anthony Esposito, Alec Esposito, and Elizabeth Esposito; her daughters-in-law, Kayla Esposito, wife of Anthony, and Keren Esposito, wife of Alec; and her granddaughter, Andrea Esposito, daughter of Alec and Keren. She is also survived by many cousins, nephews, and a niece.

Family and friendship were at the heart of Renée’s life. She treasured time spent playing cards, hosting game nights, and creating lasting memories with the people she loved.

An avid sports fan, Renée especially loved football and proudly supported the Houston Oilers and Houston Texans. Music was another lifelong passion. Although she enjoyed many genres, classic rock and 1980s music were her favorites, and she was a devoted Prince fan who attended many of his concerts. She also delighted in Tex-Mex food, Halloween, and scary movies. She was also very passionate about Holy Week and Easter celebrations and the resurrection of Christ.

Renée earned a Business and Office Management Certificate from the Texas School of Business and Technology. She served the Cy-Fair Independent School District community as a bus driver for more than 20 years and was president and co-owner of Esposito Pools.

Renée will be remembered for the life she built in Houston, the work she shared with her community, and the many gatherings, songs, games, and traditions that brought her together with family and friends.

In Lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to the Alzheimer’s Association, in honor of Renée’s many loved ones whose lives were affected by Alzheimer’s disease.

Donations may also be made to the Heart to Heart Hospice Foundation, whose mission is to honor those nearing the end of life through greater care, greater education, and a commitment to celebrate life.

A visitation will be held at Klein Funeral Home (9719 Wortham Blvd, Houston, TX 77065) on Monday, October 12, 2026 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. A Vigil will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m.

Funeral Mass will follow on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Christ The Redeemer Catholic Church. (11507 Huffmeister Rd, Houston, TX 77065).

Renée will be laid to rest at Klein Memorial Park (14711 Cypress N. Houston Rd, Cypress, TX 77429) following Mass.