John M. Zounes

John M. Zounes formerly of Lowell, WWII vet; 82 DAYTONA BEACH, FL John M. Zounes, 82, Daytona Beach, FL, beloved husband of Pamela J. Zounes, died peacefully at this home, after a courageous 2 year battle with cancer. He was born to Michael Zounes and Mary (Karkinides) Zounes in Port Jervis, NY, on May 20, 1926. He spent his early years in Lowell, MA and Schenectady, NY, with the last 40 years having resided in Daytona Beach, FL. He served in the U.S. Navy aboard the U.S.S. Pastores, serving his country proudly and bravely during World War II both in the Phillipines as well as major campaigns in the far east. John was educated in the Lowell and New York school system, graduating from Christian Brothers Military Academy in Albany, NY. He was involved with the family business for most of his life, but prior to his illness, he was employed as a Beverage Manager for 19 years at Julians Restaurant of Ormond Beach, FL. He was not only loved by his co-workers but by all of his customers as well. John was a musical afficiando of all types of music, an avid sports enthusiast, a talented artist, and excelled in the audio and visual field. He enjoyed listening to music, making music, and watching old movies. Besides his wife, he is survived by a brother, William and his wife, Lynne Brown-Zounes of Lowell, MA; a niece, Marianne Mullin of Hampstead, NH; and a nephew, Michael Zounes of Dracut, MA. On his wife's side, he is survived by many sisters-in-law; an extended family of son and daughters; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, who all loved him very much. John was predeceased by his father, Micheal Zounes; mother, Mary Zounes; brother, Charles Zounes of Daytona Beach, FL; and daughter, Stephanie Boyer of Rockford, IL. ZOUNES Per his wishes, a private service was held in Daytona. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lowell Senior Center, 276 Broadway St., Lowell, MA 01854.