Crystal Lake, Illinois,Pamela Arend, 48, of Crystal Lake, passed away January 11, 2010 at Centegra Hospital - Woodstock. She was born December 27, 1961 in Cincinnati OH. She enjoyed a good book and her cat. Her survivors include her mother, Rita Arend nee Roemer; and her siblings, Mona Arend, Kathy Arend, and Ron Arend. She was preceded in death by her father, Douglas Arend. Arrangements are private. Memorials in her name may be sent to Helping Paws Animal Shelter, 2500 Harding Ln, Woodstock IL 60098-6921.