Joseph Marzan

He was the son of Jose and Gregoria Marzan. Joseph grew up in Oakland, California and moved to Las Vegas, NV in 1988 to attend UNLV.

As a young boy, Joseph had a number of interests. Like most children, he enjoyed playing and making up games. He was curious about the world around him and was often eager to explore it. Joseph was an active child who took part in Bok Fu Martial Arts and football with the neighborhood kids in the street. In his spare time he liked playing football and being active with family. Joseph's memorable achievements included being an avid classical piano player. He was with Sherwood Musical School until High School graduation but his love for playing the piano never stopped. He also won many art awards in grade school. However, to Joseph, the most fun to be had was simply playing and spending time with his friends.

A typical teenager, Joseph had a fairly happy high school experience, making that critical transition from adolescence to adulthood. He graduated from Oakland High in 1985. He enjoyed some classes more than others, having favorite subjects and teachers.

Joseph enjoyed his college years, which may have been a challenge with all of the academics, responsibilities, and the sudden freedom that accompanied them, but Joseph was able to manage the balancing act. He earned his Bachelors of Art in Architect at University of Nevada Las Vegas.

On January 26, 2003 Joseph exchanged wedding vows with Jacquelyn Ann Carlson at Little Chapel of the West of Las Vegas, Nevada. Empathic and loyal, Joseph was committed to making his new family happy.

Joseph worked hard to be a good father to his children and he did his best to fulfill their needs. Joseph was blessed with six children, Matthew Wicklund, Katelynn Polak, Allysa Wicklund, Joey Marzan, Jedi Marzan and Janae Marzan. Another blessing for Joseph was the gift of eight grandchildren, Kylie Polak, Kiera Polak, Kasen Polak, Mulisha Williams, Cameron Encarnacion, Kaylee Encarnacion, Ian Wicklund and Emersyn Wicklund.

Fortunately, Joseph enjoyed what he did for a living. Showing a strong work ethic, Joseph worked diligently and did his best to succeed in his career. His primary occupation was Executive Stewarding Manager and Real Estate. He was proud of opening the MGM and the Aladdin which is now Planet Hollywood. He also worked at Caesars Palace, Mirage, Sunset Station, Green Valley Ranch and the Cosmopolitan. Joseph always sought to be a team player, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done.

Joseph enjoyed his leisure time by taking part in various hobbies. His favorite pursuits were hosting parties at his home, he created his own Raider bar to be the best host which he named "Mystique Bar". He loved the Raiders, break dancing, Datsun 510's, star wars action figure collecting. He enjoyed watching the Golden State Warriors, Vegas Golden Knights, UNLV Rebels Basketball and A's Baseball. He loved going on road trips, especially to the beach and to Disneyland. Most important on his list were always his family.

Joseph enjoyed traveling and time away on vacations. It was a chance for him to renew and relax, to visit new places and experience new things. Favorite vacations included Jamaica for his honeymoon; family trips to Mount Shasta, Cancun, Florida, Hawaii, Disneyland and the beach. His last trip was traveling from the Bay area to LA with his wife Jacquelyn and they stopped at the beaches on the way down.

Joseph was a lover of animals and cherished his pets. His favorites were Sab - first dog, Chinese Akita, Abi his Labradoodle who passed on 11/20/2020 and Aayla his 3 year old golden doodle.

Joseph passed away on February 6, 2021 at peacefully in his sleep in the comfort of his own bed in North Las Vegas, Nevada. Joseph fought a brave battle against ALS. He is survived by his wife, Jacquelyn, his 6 children, Matthew Wicklund(Sierra), Katelynn Polak(Kevin), Allysa Wicklund(Alvin Encarnacion), Joey Marzan, Jedi Marzan and Janae Marzan; and his 8 grandchildren, Kylie Polak, Kiera Polak, Kasen Polak, Mulisha Williams, Cameron Encarnacion, Kaylee Encarnacion, Ian Wicklund and Emersyn Wicklund. Services were held at Palm Northwest Mortuary. Joseph was laid to rest in San Mateo, California at Skylawn Memorial Park next to his Mom which was his wish.

Simply stated, Joseph was a good and kind person, an individual who will for all time be remembered by his family and friends as being a caring and giving person, someone who was a vital part of their lives. Joseph leaves behind him a legacy of life-long friendships and many cherished memories.