Barbara J Arndt

February 24, 1930 - June 24, 2018

Barbara Janet Arndt, 88, passed away Sunday June 24, 2018 at the Pulaski Care Center in Winamac, IN. She was born on February 24, 1930 in San Pierre, Indiana to the late Alvy and Edith (Lindberg) Eckert. Barbara was a graduate of San Pierre High School. On September 16, 1950, she married Edwin E. Arndt Jr. in San Pierre, Indiana. They had three children, Pamela (Eric) Nielsen of Medaryville, Indiana, Neal (Kathy Sayler) Arndt of Valparaiso, Indiana, and David (Fran Zaring) Arndt of Colorado Springs, Colorado. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Bradley E. Nielsen, Kerry E. Nielsen, Jenna Arndt, Ryan Arndt, and Lindsey Arndt. Her sister Nancy J. Malecki of San Pierre, Indiana also survives. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband Edwin, a brother Allan Eckert, and a grandson Brent Nielsen. Barb enjoyed traveling and shopping. She had large collections of milk glass, Boyd's Bears, and Sarah's Attic. She cross-stitched and liked to watch the Cubs in her spare time. She took pride in maintaining her home and yard. Barbara was a very good cook and liked to try out new recipes at family and holiday gatherings. She also enjoyed doing volunteer work in her community. Friends and family are invited to attend a visitation on Wednesday June 27 from 4:00-7:00CST at O'Donnell Funeral Home in North Judson, Indiana. The funeral service will be on Thursday June 28 at 11:00CST with viewing an hour before at St. Peters Lutheran Church in North Judson, Indiana. Pastor Cunningham will officiate followed by graveside services in Highland Cemetery, North Judson, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Peters Lutheran Church or the charity of choice.