Jerrold “Jerry” Jbara, age 59, of Chelsea, MI passed away May 13, 2024 at his home. He was born to Jerrold and Lois (Lambrix) Jbara on January 2, 1965 in Trenton, Michigan.
Jerry married the love of his life, Dana (Sullivan) Jbara and was father to four children, Allen, Morgan, Cailyn, and Irelynn. Dana and Jerry started their life together in Trenton, MI, lived 12 years in Vail, Arizona, and most recently made their home in Chelsea, MI for the past three years.
Jerry was such a fine, kind, and intelligent man and a loving husband and father. The earth was better with him on it! Jerry graduated from Lawrence Technological University and worked as a brake engineer for Kelsey Hayes/TRW in Michigan. He then worked as an aerospace engineer at Raytheon in Arizona and continued working for them in Michigan.
From a young age, Jerry enjoyed cars and working on them with his father, which led to him teaching his own girls all about taking care of them. You could even find Jerry running a science program at their school. He enjoyed the great outdoors in all seasons. He spent time camping, boating, hiking, hunting, and snowmobiling to name a few.
Jerry especially loved simply spending time with his family. From dancing at family gatherings, to watching his children play sports, to teaching his daughter how to drive, it was his joy! He also really enjoyed riding on jeep trails with his brother and nephew.
He was heavily involved in his church in Tucson, where he was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a selfless volunteer and was always helping others.
In addition to his wife, Dana, he is survived by his brother and sisters, Beth Groves, Jean (Jeff) Lee, Lisa (Jim) Leduc, Chris (Jennifer) Jbara, Charles (Mandi) Sullivan, Shannon (Eric) Brandt, and was preceded in death by his father, Jerrold S. Jbara. Jerry also leaves behind nieces and nephews, Jon (Eunice), Jacob (Jill), Lauren, Maddie, Parker (Samantha), Logan, Olivia, Matthew, Andrew, Jaidyn, Jalie, and Patrick; great-nephew and great-nieces, Elyanna, Liam, Rebekah, and Raven; along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Mass of Christian Burial will be prayed at St. Mary Catholic Church, Chelsea on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, 11:00 a.m., with the V. Rev. Dr. William J. Canon Turner officiating. The family will receive friends at church on Tuesday from 10-11 a.m.
Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.
