He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on April 2, 1950 to Stephen and Mary Pravlochak (both deceased). Beloved husband of Debbie Pravlochak and cherished father to Stephen Pravlochak and Julia Powell and husband Dave.
Step-father to Erica and Evan James, Leen and Evelina Meyer, Christiaan and Genni Meyer, Dain Meyer and Jay Meyer (Stephanie Fraser). Step-grandfather – Pappy to Maks and Mia Meyer, Amelia and Carter James and Cece and Sophie Meyer.
Youngest and only brother to loving sisters Vivian Moore and Irene Kulchock and husband Rich (deceased). Uncle to Lisa Hansen (Michael VanAntwerp), Tracy Moore, Robyn and Scott Allen and Nicole and Mark Borza. Great uncle to Ryan (Iva Mihaylova), Eric, and Brianna Hansen and Sophia Borza.
Son-in-law to Mary Tricsli. Brother-in-law to Marianne and Mark Brown and Family and Sandy and Kevin Hamilton and Family.
Best friend to Tom Gardiner and wife Judy and dearest friend to Beverly Sharp (deceased).
Jan was a licensed social worker receiving his Masters in Social Work from the University of Michigan. He worked for St. Joseph’s Hospital, Macomb County Mental Health and then upon retiring worked part time for Seniors Counselling.
Jan was a very faithful member of St. Mark Orthodox Church in Rochester Hills for many years. He was also a volunteer with ODO - Orthodox Detroit Outreach where he loved helping others in need.
Some of Jan’s most favorite things to do were visiting friends and family in Saugatuck, Michigan, Pittsburgh and Lake LaTonka, Pennsylvania. Both Jan and Debbie loved travelling. He was also an avid Steelers fan.
A few years ago, Jan developed MSA (Multiple Systems Atrophy) a neurological degenerative disease. He fought hard against it each day and never gave up. His family was by his side each and every step of the way, caring and supporting him during this very difficult time.
The family would like to thank Father Andrew Yavornitzky (Retired) and wife Ruth, Father Paul Albert and Father John Baker for their visits and prayers over the time of Jan’s illness.
Visitation will be on Thursday, May 5, 2022 from 5-7 PM, with a Panikhida Service beginning at 7 PM, at St. Mark Orthodox Church in Rochester Hills and the Funeral will be on Friday, May 6, 2022 at 10 AM, with gathering beginning at 9 AM, again at St. Mark Orthodox Church in Rochester Hills. A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, May 6, 2022 at 1 PM, at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton Township.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to either St. Mark Orthodox Church in Rochester Hills or ODO – Orthodox Detroit Outreach in Jan’s memory.
Your time of suffering has now passed dearest Jan-Husband, Dad, Step-dad, Pappy, Brother, Uncle, Great-uncle and Friend. You will always remain in our hearts forever ….. a special light which will never be extinguished. Our memories of times together will always be cherished. And until we meet again…… Rest now, our dearest love, in the peace, joy and love of Christ. Well done, my good and faithful servant.
We have always been and will always be “Three in One”
“Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.”
