Jacqueline "Jackie" J. Brooks, age 84, of La Porte, passed away on November 21, 2013 at Ruth C. Sabin Home.
She was born in La Porte, IN, on July 6, 1929 to Harvey W. and Ella C. (Schultz) Replogle.
On July 2, 1972 she married Edward Brooks who preceded her in death. Surviving are her beloved children, Linda (Phillip) Kmitta of La Porte, Larry L. Brooks of La Porte; 3 grandchildren, Andrew (Jennifer) Kmitta, Anthony (Kathleen) Kmitta, Alaina Kmitta; and 2 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband.
Jacqueline worked as a Bookkeeper at the school for 38 years. She was a member of First United Methodist Church where she remained actively involved. She was involved in N.A.R.F.E. (National Association of Retired Federal Employees) for many years and volunteered at the Swanson Activity Center.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center with Rev. Evan Lash officiating. A time of visitation will be held from 4 -7 PM on Friday, December 6, 2013 and also from 9:30 until the time of the service on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at the funeral home.
A private cremation committal will take place. Burial will take place at a later date at Pine Lake Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be directed to First United Methodist Church, 1225 Michigan Ave, La Porte, IN 46350.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.