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John Joseph Zajac Jr.

Durham, Connecticut

11/15/1932 - 8/28/2023

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Durham, Connecticut
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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Former State Senator John Joseph Zajac, Jr., 90, of Durham, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2023 surrounded by his loving family he led to build. John was born November 15, 1932 on his Babci's farm in Middlefield, CT by a midwife to the late Stella Kokoszka and John Joseph Zajac, Sr. John...

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Just learned that John had passed away. Sorry to hear this. We worked together at Lederle and Pfizer. I feel that when God created John he threw the mold away. There was only one John Zajac. I will miss him. Graham

Discovering that Mr. Zajac passed away has stirred sentimental and grateful memories for me. In 1974, I had the wonderful opportunity to be an intern in the Connecticut state Senate for him and David O. Odegard of Manchester, who were the assistant majority leaders. Working with them inspired in me a desire to be a public servant like they were, eventually resulting in my career as a political-science professor in Georgia state universities. I appreciated Mr. Zajac´s kindness toward me and...

Jeff, I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember meeting your dad at the testimonial dinner for his retirement. Sending peaceful thoughts to you and your family. Wishing you all fond memories. With my sympathy, Donna Raheb

Dear Jeff & family, My warmest condolences and prayers on the passing of your Dad. I wish you many happy memories during this difficult time.

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the entire Zajac family. John will be missed every day, what a great man. It has been an honor to have served the family if only for a short time. Visiting Angels of Middlefield & Madison, Ct., and the McGrath family.

Dear Zajac Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am just not up to being with you today. As you know John and I go back to our High School days then on to St. Bonnies and then back home to Meriden where we continued a wonderful friendship with him and Dear Alice. There are so many overwhelming happy memories of times shared together . I was blessed to have him in my life. Suffice it to say that I loved John and I hope he loved me. Till we meet again John. Love

I´m so sorry to read of John´s passing. I He was a good man and served the people of Meriden and Connecticut well. I always enjoyed speaking to him. Sending prayers to his family.