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Janez Zupan Obituary
Janez (John) Zupan, age 88, died at home on October 10, 2018. He was born in Jesenice, Slovenia, on February 14, 1930. In search of freedom, Janez left his enslaved homeland, communist Yugoslavia, and came by way of Austria to the United States. He went first to Rochester, New York, and then to Columbus, Ohio. He retired from Chemical Abstracts Service after 31 years as a Senior Scientific Information analyst. Janez was preceded in death by his beloved son, Dr. Andrew Zupan; his sisters, Ljudmila (Milka) Sustar and Vera Lapajne; sisters-in-law MajdaZupan, Nikolina Mocnik, Judita Mocnik and Sandra Mocnik; and brothers-in-law Dolfi Mocnik, Silvo Mocnik, Vlado Mocnik, Peter Sustar, Ljubo Lapajne and Lojze Stare. He is survived by his loving wife, Dr. Maria (Mara Mocnik); son, Dr. Mark Zupan (Dr. Mary Gail Mercurio); daughter-in-law, Lori Zupan; former daughter-in-law, Dr. Carol Shuherk; five grandchildren, William, Walker, Sydney, Matthew and Caroline; brothers Joze Zupan, Riko Zupan (Marija); sister Mojca Stare; and many dear nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews in Canada, Italy and Slovenia. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at a later date. Donations in his memory may be made to St. Timothy Church or School, Ohio Health Hospice, or a charity of your choice. Funeral Arrangements completed by EGAN-RYAN NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 4661 Kenny Road. Visit www.egan-ryan.com to offer condolences.
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Usef Norouzian
November 6, 2018
It is impossible to forget his smiles and friendly looks. It is impossible to forget him.
Gabe Condo
October 16, 2018
I was sad to learn of Jan's passing. I wish Mara and all the family comfort in knowing he is in a better place. I remember his kind smile from his days at Chemical Abstracts.
Vesna Solheim
October 11, 2018
Dear Mara, I heard about his passing today from my parents and I'm so sorry for your loss. I have not seen you or Janez for some time but have fond memories of you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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