Sara Beth Janz
October 11, 1995 - January 1, 2025
Date and Time
Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Service
Oak Park Temple
1235 North Harlem Avenue
Oak Park, Illinois 60302
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Clergy
Rabbi Max Weiss
Cantor Emerita Julie Yugend-Green
Oak Park Temple
Interment
Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery
20953 West Hoff Road
Elwood, Illinois 60421
Private Family Interment.
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Shiva
For Shiva information please contact:
Pam Schlossman
847.338.8402
pamschlossman@gmail.com
Memorial Contributions
NATAS Chicago Foundation
Sara Janz Memorial Scholarship Fund
c/o Columbia College Communication Department
33 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Suite 535
Chicago, Illinois 60605
www.tinyurl.com/natasgive
OBITUARY
Sara Beth Janz, 29.
Beloved wife of Staff Sergeant Darien Jackson. Loving daughter of Roz Varon and Edward Janz. Dear sister of Amy (Neomi Luna) Janz and Brian Janz.
It is with deep sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Sara Janz, a brilliant and beloved young woman, at the age of 29. Sara’s life was far too short, but her leadership, dedication and compassion will long be remembered by those whose lives she touched.
Sara is the daughter of retired ABC-7 traffic/feature reporter Roz Varon, and she followed in her mom’s footsteps with tireless efforts on behalf of the TV Academy. Sara was instrumental in founding the NATAS Chicago/Midwest Chapter’s Junior Board. It was Sara who recognized the need for a space where younger voices could come together to create meaningful change, and her spirit will continue to guide the junior board’s work for years to come.
A former NATAS Chicago Scholarship recipient, her gratitude for that opportunity never wavered. Through her hard work and dedication, Sara demonstrated the kind of commitment that inspired those around her to strive for excellence. She volunteered her time at countless TV Academy events and helped foster an environment where future leaders can thrive. Sara was, above all, a kind and generous person who touched everyone she met with her warmth and intelligence.
Sara’s passing leaves a void, but her legacy of kindness and leadership will never be forgotten. For all who knew her, Sara was a guiding light, and we are forever grateful for the time we had with her.
Service Tuesday, 11AM at Oak Park Temple, 1235 N. Harlem Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302. There will be a private family burial. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the NATAS Chicago Foundation – Sara Janz Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Columbia College, Communication Dept., 33 East Ida B. Wells Dr., Ste. 535, Chicago, IL 60605, www.tinyurl.com/natasgive.
To attend the funeral livestream, please visit our website. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com.