Chloe "Jan" Brovan

1945 - 2012

Chloe "Jan" Brovan obituary, 1945-2012

BORN

1945

DIED

2012

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Dahl Funeral Home

221 Elm Street

Spooner, Wisconsin

Chloe Brovan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 3, 2012.

Jan Brovan, age 67, a resident of Chicog Twp., near Spooner, Wisconsin, died on Monday, July 2, 2012, at the Spooner Health System.

Chloe Janice Brovan was born on May 10, 1945, in Starkweather, ND to parents Albert and Chloe (Nielsen) Foster. She was baptized, confirmed, and taught Sunday School at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Starkweather. She graduated from Starkweather High School in 1963, and continued her education by graduating from the Aaker's Business College in Fargo, ND. She then worked in Minneapolis for at time before moving to Duluth and then to the Trego/Spooner area where she worked at the Indianhead Eye Clinic in Spooner for many years. Jan retired from the Eye Clinic in 2007, but continued working there when needed. She enjoyed walking, gardening, flowers, and handiwork such as knitting, sewing, and embroidery. Jan will be remembered for her adventurous spirit, sense of humor, and for always having a smile and encouragement. Jan was a courageous fighter of cancer, of which she was a survivor of.

Jan is survived by her significant other and best friend of the past 12 years, Bill Strohmeyer of Trego, son David of Minneapolis, MN, daughter Jennifer England, brother Howard Foster of Pine City, MN, sister Pat (Russell) Wass- Odegard of Minot, ND, and her family Roxanne (Michael) Vendsel of Minot, ND, Craig (Lori) Wass of Phoenix, AZ, and Tony (Dawn) Hagman of Yuma, AZ, and other close family members including Kris Fetkenheuer, Kim Gogan, and Mark Strohmeyer and their families.

Jan is preceded in death by her parents, and 2nd husband Jerry Brovan.

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July 14, 2012

Mike Deplazes

I was surprised to see that one of my SHS 1963 classmates had passed away. While I hadn't seen Janice for many years and had little news as well, I have many memories of how lively and fun she was and how she enjoyed life those many years ago. The pictures online look like I might have imagined her. I would like to express my sympathy to whatever loved ones are reading this. I am thinking of you.

July 10, 2012

Valerie (Smith) Adegunleye

I remember the years that Jan an my mom worked together. I'd often see her after school and she was always the most cheerful face to greet you as you entered the eye clinic. Deepest sympathy for her family and friends. You will be missed, but remembered fondly.

July 9, 2012

Jan, You blessed my life in more ways then you will ever know. RIP. Love you to the moon and back, Roxanne

July 5, 2012

Ken McKeene

I had the privilege to visit with and stay as a guest in Jan and Bills home on a couple of occasions. Jan was very warm and full of a positive approach to life, she made me feel welcome and as part of the family. I am truly blessed for having the opportunity to know her and be touched by her example of how to live and treat others.

Respectfully & Sympathy,

July 5, 2012

Joyce Carter

My deepest sympathy to all of Janice's family. I have alot of fond memories of Janice from country school days and bus rides. May God comfort you all during this difficult time.

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