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Jan Zeh Obituary
MIDDLEBURGH - Jan Francis Zeh, 81, passed away on March 5, 2023.
Jan was born on January 2, 1942, to the late Edwin B. Zeh and Evelyn E. (Baker) Zeh in Utica. Jan attended construction technology courses at Farmingdale State College before starting a long career with the N.Y.S. Department of Transportation. Jan shared his talents with the department as a field project inspection expert, then designer and draftsperson for over 30 years. In retirement, Jan expanded his local dirt track racing hobby and enthusiasm for classic automobiles and was a lifelong fan of the Chevrolet brand. Jan was an avid woodworker and model train hobbyist; he spent many hours working on projects in his workshop. Jan was a loyal member of the Noah Lodge Number 754, Altamont, of the Free and Accepted Masons of New York for 55 years.
Jan was predeceased by his brother, Bruce Zeh. Jan is survived by his children, Gary (Sandra) Zeh of New York, Peter (Brenda) Zeh of Venice, Fla., Christopher Zeh of Voorheesville, and Jennifer Zeh of Delmar, ten grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and five nieces and nephews.
Private services for the family will be held in the spring.
Donations in Jan's name may be made to the Masonic Charitable Foundation, c/o Masonic Temple Noah Lodge No. 754, 138 Maple Ave., Altamont, NY, 12009.
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Cindy Werner
March 10, 2024
Jan was a great neighbor for many, many years. Always willing to give a hand and very talented at woodworking and mechanical things. My condolences to Jan's family.
Cynthia Werner
December 14, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear of Jan's passing. My condolences to the Zeh family. He was my neighbor for many years in Slingerlands.
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