Barbara Mary Jonas, 88, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on June 30, 2024, at Brickyard Health-La Porte Care Center.
Barbara was born on March 31, 1936 in La Porte, IN, to Robert and Elizabeth (Parks) Brown. On January 15, 1955 in La Porte, IN, she married Robert Jonas who preceded her in death.
Surviving Barbara are her 2 sons, David Michael (Lisa Mathelier) Jonas of Berwyn, IL and Ron (Megan Blakley) Jonas of La Porte; 4 grandchildren, Christopher Jonas, Jeremy Jonas, Tyler Jonas, and Sara Jonas; 10 great-grandchildren; sister, Betty Holm of Alumsville, OR; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; granddaughter, Mandy Olse; nephew, Tim Holm; and brother-in-law, Tom Holm.
Barbara worked as an Administrative Assistant, starting at Allis-Chalmers directly out of high school followed by over 20 years at Selective Gift.
Barbara was a Cubs fan and enjoyed many years playing bingo throughout La Porte County. Most importantly, Barbara enjoyed spending time with her family.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 06, 2024, at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center with Pastor Bob Vale officiating. Burial will follow at Door Village Cemetery.
A time of visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the time of the service on Saturday at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to the family c/o Mike Jonas, 2900 Monroe Street, La Porte, IN 46350 or to the donor's choice.
Condolences may be shared with the family on www.cutlercares.com.
