John George Zekan, Jr.
August 18, 1948 - February 10, 2019
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John George Zekan, Jr.
August 18, 1948 - February 10, 2019
Obituary
John george zekan, jr. 70, of charleston, wv passed away on february 10, 2019. He was born august 18, 1948 in denver, colorado to mrs. Verna zekan and the late dr. John g. Zekan.
He was graduate of charleston catholic high school and received a degree in biology from
wheeling jesuit college. He combined his interest in science and mechanics with his entrepreneurial spirit to establish his own company, “surtec”, to sell, install, and service surgical lights and tables. He subsequently utilized his vast knowledge of biochemistry and nutrition to educate and counsel patients at the office of his brother, dr. Steve zekan.
John was a true renaissance man. He had a quick wit and an insatiable curiosity, loving to learn and talk about any and all subjects. He was a kind and gentle person who never met a stranger, and would always offer a helping hand. He had a deep appreciation of nature and the outdoors, and especially enjoyed hunting with his friends in the stewarts run hunting club. However, the biggest joy in his life was spending time with his nieces and nephews, whom he cherished.
He is survived by his mother, verna zekan; by six siblings, dr. Stephen zekan (cathy), dr. Patricia zekan crumpler (terry), william zekan (carol), dr. Elizabeth zekan petryna (mark), dr, jeanne zekan, dr. Thomas zekan; and by ten nieces and nephews, elizabeth c. Anderson (blake), carolyn crumpler, matthew zekan, anna zekan, mary catherine zekan, joan zekan, david zekan, ellen petryna, caroline zekan, and john j. Zekan.
Memorial service will be held at 10:00 am, saturday, february 16, 2019 at saint agnes catholic church. visitation will be held at the church on friday, february 15, 2019 from 5 to 7 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to habitat for humanity or st. Agnes catholic church.
You may send condolences to the family at: www.Barlowbonsall.Com
barlow bonsall funeral home has been entrusted to handle the arrangements for the zekan family.
19 responses to John George Zekan, Jr.
Darlene Rose says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Charleston West Virginia
John Would Come Into Healthy Life Market Quite Often, And When He Did, I Always Looked Forward To Picking His Brain. He Was A Brilliant And Kind Man With A Gentle Soul And He Will Be Missed. My Condolences To The Entire Family.
Grace And Don Gosselin says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Acquaintances
Location: Barboursvillle West Virginia
We Extend Our Heartfelt Sympathy To The Zekan Family On The Loss Of Their Son And Brother, John. His Kindness And Helpfulness Will Be Remembered.
Gigi Wilson says:
August 10, 2021
Location: Virginia
Sending My Deepest Sympathy And Condolences To You Tom And Your Family During This Difficult Time. I Will Keep You And Your Family In Prayer. God Bless.
Chris Zekan-Harritt says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Cousin
Location: Silver City New Mexico
Sorry To Hear Of John’S Passing. Peace And Love To The Family.
Louise Magee Mcclung says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: St. Agnes Former Parishioner
Location: Georgetown Kentucky
My Sympathies To All Of You For The Loss Of Your Son, Brother, Uncle. What A Tribute He Was To All Of You . My Thoughts Are With All Of Your Family At This Difficult Time.
Kindest Regards
Louise (Magee) Mcclung