Dorothy Frances Jarr

Dorothy Frances Jarr, 89, of Janesville, WI passed away peacefully on May 23, 2023. Dorothy was born in Chicago on June 8, 1933 to Edward and Magdalen (Dour) Koch. She graduated from Lake View High School in Chicago. On December 29, 1951, Dorothy was married to Harold Jarr in Chicago by Mayor Richard Daley Sr.

Dorothy had many interests in her life including spending time with family, scouting, camping, fishing, playing cards, arts and crafts, and baking. Over the years, Dorothy had many jobs including receptionist at the Navy Exchange in Rhode Island, advertisement artist at Englander Mattress Company in Chicago, and office worker at Smith Wood and Cole-Parmer in Chicago. After retiring to Janesville, Dorothy continued working and making friends by volunteering as a RSVP driver for seniors.

Dorothy was the loving mother of Jeffrey (Kathleen) and Russell (Keri); precious grandmother of Christopher (Katie), Kevin (Andrea), Kellie (Vincenzo), and James; great-grandmother of Elijah, Camden, Blakesley, Remington, and Everleigh; cherished sister of James (Karen), sister-in-law Marge; and treasured cousin, aunt, and friend to many.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband Harold and her brother William.

The Jarr family is grateful for all of the thoughts and prayers of those who loved Dorothy.

A memorial gathering will be held at a later date for family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to https://www.bethanylorrainefoundation.org/ or https://www.luriechildrens.org would be appreciated.