Eloise June Jarka's Obituary
Eloise June (Davidson) Jarka, age 85, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024. She was born on June 1, 1938, to John “J.R.” and Ivy (Sheringer) Davidson at their family home in Nunica, MI. Eloise graduated from Coopersville High School class of 1955. She continued her education at Muskegon Community College, Michigan State University and received her bachelor’s degree from Grand Valley State University. On October 20, 1972, she married the love of her life, Terence Jarka in Muskegon, MI. Together they cherished 51 years full of love and laughter. She dedicated 31 years to GTE where she worked as an executive secretary and sales engineer before retiring. During her retirement she worked as an office manager for Reliant Professional Cleaning Services of Grand Haven, trustee on the Sullivan Township board and served on the Sullivan Township Planning Commission. Eloise enjoyed sewing, antiquing and cooking. She was a voracious reader, enjoying hundreds of novels and cookbooks over the years. One of her greatest joys was spending time with her nieces, nephews and their families. She is survived by her husband, Terry Jarka; sister, Joyce Osbeck; brother-in-law, Philip (Connie) Jarka; nephews, Bruce (Lori) Osbeck, Gary Osbeck, Neal (Linda) Osbeck, Joshua (Lisa) Jarka and David (Sherry) Jarka; nieces, Traci (John) Parker, Cindy (Richard) Zavitz and Amy Huch; as well as many extended family members. She was preceded in death by her parents; nephews, Carl and Paul Osbeck; and brothers-in-law, Roger Osbeck and Herbert Jarka. Memorial Contributions in her honor can be directed to Heartland Hospice. Per Eloise’s expressed wishes, she will be cremated, and no services will be held. Arrangements entrusted to The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444. Share memories with the family at www.sytsemfh.com.
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