Joan Sims, 85, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Monday, April 21, 2025.

She was born on September 17, 1939, in La Porte to the late Edwin and Mary (Tesmer) Jonas.

Joan retired as a receiving clerk with the Whirlpool Corporation.

She was a member of Holy Family Parish, Sacred Heart Church in La Porte, the Polish Falcons, and enjoyed bowling. She was a Cubs fan!

On September 28, 1972, she married Hershel G. Sims, who preceded her in death on February 12, 1977.

Surviving are a son, John (Marti) Popyk of Ann Arbor, Michigan; a sister, Barbara Kasper of La Porte, Indiana; and nieces and nephews.

A brother, Donald Jonas, preceded her in death.

Visitation will be from 1 PM to 1:30 PM on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Essling Chapel, 1117 Indiana Avenue, La Porte, Indiana.

A funeral service will begin at 1:30 PM following the visitation in the Funeral Home. Deacon Bob Wellinski will officiate.

Burial will follow at Pine Lake Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Traditions Health Hospice, 3555 Park Place West, Suite 100, Mishawaka, Indiana 46545.

To light a virtual candle, share a story of Joan’s life, or leave a message of comfort for her family, please visit esslingfuneralhome.com