Jay J. Zahran

Jay J. Zahran, age 63, of Byron Center, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. He began his family and career in New Jersey, working as a biochemical engineer for major pharmaceutical companies. That career also began his love of traveling the world. He later switched gears and became a financial advisor in his 40’s to help clients meet their goals. He seemed to turn clients into friends and later they became an extension of his family because of his passion for people and relationships. Jay also loved gardening, biking, walking, and traveling with Luna. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 34 years, Luna; children, Jenean (Adam) McLoskey, Marcus (Autumn) Zahran, Ryan (Jessica) Zahran; first grandchild coming soon; sister, Amber (Angelo) Ianiri; brother, Ned (Abeer) Zahran; sister-in-law, Suna (Maher) Harb; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jamil and Nawal Zahran. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 2371 Riley St., Hudsonville, with Rev. Aaron Meares officiating. Entombment will be held at Resurrection Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 4-6 p.m. on Friday, March 15 at the funeral home. Visitation will also be held Saturday one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family strongly encourages memorial contributions may be made to Compassion In Jesus Name (www.compassion.com).