With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Marla Ray (Jones) Kollar who passed peacefully on March 4, 2025, with family by her side. Marla was born to her late parents Raymond and Rosemary (Ketchum) Jones on September 25, 1950, in Allegan, Michigan. She was a faithful wife to her late husband Mike Kollar and shared over 27 years of marriage before his passing in 2018. Marla was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to her family. Being with family was what she loved most. In her spare time, she would spend hours gardening and taking care of her flowerbeds making sure it was immaculate. Being outside pruning flowers or picking weeds gave her peace and comfort. Marla also enjoyed playing Bingo and going to Gun Lake Casino with friends for fun. She leaves behind a legacy of love and memories to be shared for generations.

She is survived by her sons Mike (Kara) Jones, Jerry (Lorrie) Payne, and Jacob Payne; siblings Terry (Jenny) Jones, and Jerry (Kathy) Jones; grandchildren Amanda Payne, Emma Newman, Kayla Jones, and Megan Goodrich; and many adorable great-grandchildren.

Preceded in her passing are her parents Raymond and Rosemary (Ketchum) Jones; and siblings Diane Jones, Roger Jones, Ron Jones, and Raymond Jones.

Marla's' wishes were cremation with a private family graveside at Hudson Corners.

Donations may be made in Marla's name to the American Cancer Society located at P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.