Janna Marie Zinn
September 9, 1969 – March 24, 2025
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Joldersma & Klein Funeral Home, 917 S. Burdick St., Kalamazoo. Friends may call on the family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home, beginning at 1:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries or Wings of Hope Hospice, in c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 55 of Kalamazoo went to her eternal home late Monday night, March 24, 2025. Janna was born in Jackson, MI on September 9, 1969. At age 15 months she was adopted by David C. and Janet (Van Ostenbridge) Zinn. Janna attended Kalamazoo Christian Schools. She was employed as a security guard and process server. Janna was very social and made friends easily. She was a fan of University of Michigan sports. Janna loved the holidays and will be remembered for her almond-dipped pretzels which she liked to give as gifts. She was able to make her goal of living independently, despite her challenges. She touched many lives during her life. Janna was a former member of Immanuel Christian Reformed Church and later attended North Presbyterian Church with her dad. Her faith was an important element of her life and she was devoted to serving her Lord in whatever capacity she could. Janna is survived by her son, Isaiah Zinn; four grandchildren; father, David C. Zinn, Sr.; sister, Deborah (Tom) Palaszek; brother, John Marshall Zinn; sister-in-law, Brenda (Chris) Tirone; niece and nephews and many, many friends. Janna was preceded in death by her mother; brothers, David Zinn, Jr. and Daniel Zinn.
I’m blessed to have known and loved Janna. She’s been on my side, cheering me on and caring for me, as her mom once did as my dear friend and mentor. I’ll miss her smile, her teasing, and her hugs. Till we meet again, Janna.
To Deb and Family, So sorry to hear about your sister’s death. I know it has been a long journey for you and your family. You did so much for your sister over the years and I’m sure she appreciated all the efforts you made to give her a good life. I am hopeful you are able find peace in the midst of your loss. Take care. Jim
I just happened to see this as I was looking at some other obituaries. I am in complete shock but so, so happy for Janna. I can only imagine how excited she was to see Jan, David, Dan, and especially Jesus. I have no doubt she had some questions for Him but I can also imagine how she stood in front of Him and just smiled and laughed that deep Janna laugh! I loved that girl so much and have been thinking a lot about her lately; now I know why. Thank you for posting all of these pictures of her. Praying for all of you during this continued time of grieving her. She was one-of-a-kind and I look forward to seeing her again someday. Love y’all!!!!!!!!!!!