Arlys Padrnos

On February 3, 2021, Arlys Padrnos passed away peacefully. She was 89 years old.

Arlys was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, James (Jim) Padrnos, and by her son Joseph. She is survived by her daughters: Lynn Worsham (Wade Worsham), Laurie Conley, and Jane Grant (Jack Grant); grandchildren: Chris and Andrea Conley, Daniel, Amanda, Lisa and Laura Worsham, and James Grant; great-grandchildren: Katie, Rachel and Joseph Michael Conley and Mateo, Quinn and Jack Grant; Her sister Vonny Padrnos and brother Larry Kelly.

Arlys and Jim traveled extensively as his work took them around the country and later the world. In addition to being a dedicated and loving mother, Arlys loved getting together with family and friends from the many places she and Jim lived. She thoroughly enjoyed entertaining. Arlys was also active in several parishes and communities.

During her last few years, Mom suffered from declining health. Throughout this time, she showed us her strength and what resilience truly looks like. Whenever we mentioned Mom’s resilience to her, she would say “I’m a tough old bird.” We all knew what a dear heart she had.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a celebration of her life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the "Padrnos Scholarship" at Western WA Univ. (www.wwu.edu/give or make check payable to WWU Foundation and mail to WWU Foundation, MS 9034, Bellingham, WA 98225-9034)