Eileen Mary Penders, age 74, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at Crown Point Christian Village.  She was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 7, 1942 to the late Frank and Mary (nee Pierog) Kosek. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

Eileen is survived by her husband of 54 yrs, Charles Penders; two sons, Brad and Charles Penders; four grandchildren, Ryan, Lauren, Eileen and Emma and many other loving family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A memorial mass will be held Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 10:00 am directly at Holy Spirit Church, 7667 E 109th Avenue, Crown Point, Indiana 46307. Rees Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Winfield Chapel, 10909 Randolph St., Winfield, Indiana 46307 will be handling arrangements. (219) 661-2600 or online at www.reesfuneralhomes.com