Jan Mark Lazeski

Jan (Jon) Mark Lazeski, age 72, of St. Augustine, passed away on August 14, 2022 at his home, after a lengthy illness. He was a man of tremendous courage and grace and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Jan was born November 18th, 1949, to the late Frank and Marjorie (Kanny) Lazeski in Waterbury, Connecticut. He was also predeceased by his younger sister, Katherine Lazeski Weis of Laguna Hills, Calif. Jan grew up in Connecticut and graduated from Southbury High School and UCONN. For several years he worked for the U.S. Postal Service as a postman in Connecticut. In 1987, Jan moved to South Carolina where he worked in engineering, supervising and inspecting County Road Construction. He then transferred to St. Augustine where he and Allyson met at Reconciliation Church. Jan worked at St. John's County Engineering Department until retiring. After retiring, Jan worked at Pearson and other part time jobs, as well as dedicating his time to service and volunteerism. Jan was an active member at St. Anastasia Catholic Church. He was involved in several ministries, including choir, RCIA, and Human Life and Dignity under the Diocese of St Augustine. Jan went to various legislative meetings on behalf of the Diocese. Jan led a full life, participated in Bible study groups, taught Faith Formation classes, led many fundraising efforts, and participated in a number of community activities. Jan is survived by Allyson Darlington; children: Jarus Lazeski of Mansfield, CT, Jillene Lazeski Smith (Justin) of Columbia, CT, and James Darlington (Jana) of Seattle, WA; grandchildren: Sebastian Lazeski, Illiana and Xavier Smith, Andrew and Michael Darlington. Jan is survived by two sisters: Paula Lazeski (Marc Olivieri) of Roxbury, Conn, and Lori Lazeski Larsen (Sterling Dunn) of Yarmouthport, Mass. Additionally, Jan leaves behind a large and loving family with many nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Jan was an avid reader, with an incredible thirst for knowledge and a deep and strong faith in God. He loved history, professional and college sports (especially Tampa Bay Rays, Jacksonville Jaguars, and his beloved UCONN teams), classic cars, attending car shows, politics, singing in community choirs with Allyson, and music in general, including playing guitar in a college rock band. Jan took pride in everything he did and worked hard to ensure the house and yard were well kept. He enjoyed taking care of tasks needing to be done. Jan was seen a humble Christian who led by example, and he will be greatly missed by his many friends and loved ones. Services will be held at St. Anastasia Catholic Church 5205 A1A South, St. Augustine, Fl., at 9 a.m. Tuesday, September 6th, 2022. Reception and Celebration of Life to follow, at St. Jude's Hall. St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jan Mark Lazeski

November 18, 1949 - August 14, 2022