Barbara Ann Jallo, 81, of La Porte, Ind. passed away peacefully at 8:20 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020 at her home.
She was born Feb. 11, 1939 in La Porte to Martin and Florence (Rollins) Nelson.
Barbara attended St. Joseph Catholic Church, La Porte. She enjoyed nights out with her husband, playing penny slots at the casinos. Barbara also enjoyed spending time outdoors at her home on her patio. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and taking photos of her family. She was a spunky and fun-loving wife, mother and grandmother who loved to have a good time.
On Dec. 31, 1992 in La Porte she married Jack Louis Jallo, who survives.
Also surviving are children, Joseph Bielawski of Chicago, Ill. and Jeffrey (Apryl) Bielawski of Crown Point, Ind.; step-daughters, Michele Jallo of Highland, Ind. and Kris (John) Vetroczky of Chesterton, Ind.; 11 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her parents and brother, Thomas Nelson.
Cremation will take place. There will be no service.
Lakeview Funeral Home & Crematory, 247 W. Johnson Rd., La Porte, (219) 362-3100, is handling the arrangements.
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