My friend and student has gone! We are saddened by his sudden passing … but we take from him a lesson for life: Live each moment fully and don’t leave today’s affairs unfinished. Renton had a great life and I’ll always share his joy and happiness. He lived each moment fully until his last. My last memory of Renton was him helping lead the Capoeira Workout class and practicing the music and dance he loved so well! Love, Edna Lima Capoeira Workout Founder & Chief Instructor Abada Capoeira New York Mestranda Renton was an inspiration! Renton’s personality and physical charm helped us face the confusion of living in NYC during these difficult times. Renton seemed at the peak of ability and was moving through his life’s work with strength and clarity … my sense of sadness is balanced by the hope he as been called to another life … that his energy is coming together with our brothers and sisters who have also gone before. Muito Axe, John Loeber Capoeira Workout All of us who knew Renton will miss him! The physical body is but a small part of what makes us who we are. There is something far greater that gives the body drive. The mysterious transition into “the next phase” of existence can be more dynamic than our imaginations can handle. If you live each day in the present moment to the fullest … there is no need to fear! Your memory can be present where your body is not. Carlton Jones Capoiera Workout Abada Capoeira New York We could not help thinking that Renton was still there The class in Harlem yesterday was great, but also a tough one. Because all of us could not help thinking that Renton was there just one week ago ... and would never be there again. We will always remember his place in class . Best regards, Hidemi Harada Capoeira Workout Abada Capoeira New York Condolences on behalf of Capoeira Brasil I offer our condolences on behalf of Contra-Mestra Jo and our group regarding the passing of your student. We were informed by Mestre Chuvisco last weekend in Boston. Please know that we are thinking of you and your students. Love, Contra-Mestra Jo Capoeira Brasil May God be with him May God be with him. I am so Shocked. I was in the class on Saturday, right behind him. I just couldn't absorb this news. Renton was so nice. I remember when I was new in the class he was always nice and would give me advice and instructions. This news came to me as a big shock. Love, Joe Hsu Capoeira Workout We all had a crush on him This is so sad ... I was just telling Andrea that I had a crush on him. How bizarre and sad. Maybe we can have a moment of silence for him in the class on Thursday. He would usually count in the front, very energetic! Thank you for letting us know, Ellie Diez Capoeira Workout He was always so sweet and considerate I'm so sorry to hear about Renton's passing. I just saw him on the street the other day. And he was always so sweet and considerate. He remembered little details from our past conversations about what I was doing, how school was etc. It showed he really cared about other people. Please take care, Hilary Capoeira Workout Abada Capoeira New York I will remember Renton and all the energy he gave I was sitting in my office when I heard. I am in shock. I can only picture Renton happy and active. I will remember Renton and all the energy he gave to those around him. We had conversations where he shared that he had wanted to do social work at one point. We talked about his choice to go into film and that he had many roles to fill in his life. He was always so friendly and approachable and I felt comfortable with him. I will miss him, Tricia Stephens Capoeira Workout Abada Capoiera New York Renton was very inspirational and helpful I am so sorry for the loss of one of your students. Renton was very inspirational last week in class and he was very helpful to my sister who took your class for the very first. First impressions are the best and lasting. Again, my heart goes out to you and his family in this time of sadness. Fondly, Julie Acevedo Capoeira Workout One good, creative, loving person lost is a loss for us all I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Joining the family of Capoeira has made me feel more apart of everybody everywhere and one good, creative, loving person lost is a loss for us all. Many condolences, love and support from all the students of Mestre Chuvisco and Mandingueiros dos Palmares in Boston. Muito Axe, Leopardo Mandingueiros dos Palmares Renton was a joyful soul … we had great classes and loved to laugh and dance Renton was a joyful soul ... I am happy to have met and trained with him. I'm saddened to think that I won't see his smile when I return to class but I'll always remember his spirit. Thank you again for your compassion, Daniel Maldonado Capoeira Workout