Rena Pelis

Rena Rae Padykula Pelis, 57, passed away, Saturday, June 5, 2021 at home. She was born July 19, 1963 in Springfield, Massachusetts. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Lillian (Jewett) Padykula, sister, Susan Padykula and son-in-law, Donald McWhorter. Rena grew up in Springfield and graduated from Palmer High School. She was a very hard worker. Rena was a caring person with a big heart. She loved her family especially her grandchildren. Rena love to laugh and had a laugh that was contagious. She is survived by, her daughter, Crystal Childers and husband, Russell; daughter, Heather Pelis and husband, Steven Wyman; and daughter, Danielle McWhorter; son, Nathan Pelis; brothers, Richard and Ronald Padykula; friend, Virgil Mills; grandchildren, Nicolas, Serenidy, Matthew, Rilley, Emily, Jake, Hailey, Tyler and Peighton; great grandson, Erza; husband, Brian Pelis; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.