Barbara Jean Krysa, age 81, of Rockford, Illinois passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025. She was born on January 30, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois to John and Amelia (Krysiuk) Lowitzki. In 1961 she graduated from Westville High School in Westville, Indiana. Barbara worked at the Post Office as a letter sorter for over 30 years before she retired. She married the love of her life, Robert Krysa on August 12, 1967 and they spent 55 wonderful years together before he passed in February 2023. Barbara was involved with the Foresters for many years. She was a board member for The Friends of the Handicapped Children. Barbara enjoyed traveling, especially her cruises to Hawaii. She also liked window shopping and day trips to the casino.
She is survived by her children, Michael (Teri) Krysa, Robert (Lynn) Krysa, and Donna (Mike) Zielinski; grandchildren, Samantha (Derek), Sabrina (Tommy), Emily, Zachary, Paige, Holly, and Jacob; along with many friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Krysa and parents, John and Amelia Lowitzki.
A graveside service will be scheduled for a later date.