James Brent Zupan
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James Brent Zupan

  • November 4, 1944 - May 2, 2011
  • South Jordan, Utah
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Memories & Candles

“Miss you and glad I was able to share you with my wife and spend time with you last summer. Lots of love and hug to you aunt Sharon and Chad. ”
1 of 4 | Posted by: Koos Kid - Caloundra- Aus.

“I am unable to come to the funeral due to health reasons. I just found out tonight that Jim had passed away. I can't express the sorrow that I have...Read More » ”
2 of 4 | Posted by: Ann Haughey Banks - Layton, UT

“Dear Sharon & Chad, Our hearts are so saddened with Jim's passing. The one comfort we all can be thankful for, is that Jim is free from his suffering...Read More » ”
3 of 4 | Posted by: Page and Linda Whetman - Sandy, UT

“Sharon, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our sincere thoughts and prayers with you. We Love You! ”
4 of 4 | Posted by: Diane Nave & Lindsey Patrick - UT


James Brent Zupan
“Jimmie”
1944 ~ 2011

James (Jim) Brent Zupan, beloved husband, father, brother and uncle passed away at his home May 2, 2011 from his long battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). Born in Murray, Utah on November 4, 1944 to Jack and Lucille Malstrom Zupan. He attended Jordan High School and Hillcrest High School and graduated in 1963. After graduating he was in the Army Reserves and then attended Snow College. Married the love of his life Sharon Tripp Zupan on May 10, 1968.

Owner and operator of K&Z Steel for over 35 years. He had played the bass guitar in several bands and loved every minute of it. He was captivated by hot rods since he was a young boy. One of his passions was racing on the Salt Flats with his son. He enjoyed the time he spent with the Salt Flat racing community. He also took pleasure in hunting, fishing, and travel. He is survived by his wife Sharon Tripp Zupan, his son Chad (Kae) Brent Zupan, his brother Jack (Diane) Zupan, Sandy, UT and his sister Sharon (Gary) Lancaster, Monroe, WA. He was preceded in death by his father and mother Jack and Lucille Zupan. Thanks to all the doctors that helped and cared for Jim. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the University of Utah Neurology Department, or MDA Utah ALS division at (801)-278-6200. Any of your written memory(s) of Jim would be appreciated by his family and a basket will be provided at the funeral home or can be emailed to cz1727@gmail.com. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 6th at 2:00 p.m. at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 South Redwood Road, West Jordan. A viewing will be held 2 hours prior to services on Saturday. Interment Redwood Memorial Cemetery. Online condolences www.memorialutah.com