Rena M. McIlroy age 80 of Gary passed away on Tuesday March 21, 2017.

She is survived by her husband of 64 years Ethard "Mac";

Children: Ricky Earl (Nellie) McIlroy, Randy Joe (Kim) McIlroy, Kelly Renee (Jim) Sieman: grandchildren; Trena Lee, Lindsey Marie, Colton Earl, Abbey Clare, and Emma Grace; great grandchildren: Adrian Frank, Mya Lee, and Gage, and sister Retha Cline.

Rena was preceded in death by her parents Wyvonne  & Artie DeBaun, brother Winford, and by her sisters Ruth, Rachel and Ruby.

Friends may meet with the family on Thursday March 23, 2017 from 4-8:00 pm  at White Funeral Home located at 921 W. 45th Ave. in Griffith, IN.

Rena was a great wife and mother who loved taking care of her kids, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Rena also enjoyed bowling for many years.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Hospice of Calumet.

For more information please call 219-924-4100 or visit us at www.whitefuneralhomeofgriffith.com