Jan Russell Broxterman

February 26, 1949 - December 11, 2019

Jan Russell Broxterman, age 70, completed his ultimate journey towards the light to be with his Lord on December 11th, 2019. He was surrounded by loved ones during his long battle with cancer, exhibiting great fortitude while maintaining his sense of humor. Jan was born in Rome, New York and graduated from IUP with a BS Degree in Education. He later moved to Floridato follow his passion to be a EMT and Paramedic for Orange and Hamilton County, along withCentury Ambulance Service. Jan loved his family, church, animals and he loved reading a good murder mystery. The doors to his home were always open. He was a wonderful listener and he will be remembered for his unconditional love, gentle spirit, forgiving nature, inner strength and unwavering faith. He loved to cook and was well known for his World-Class carrot cake and extraordinary Christmas cookies. He served his Church as Jr. Warren and retired to a life of gentleman farmer. He is survived by his present wife Barbara, sons John and Eric Broxterman, daughters Jodi Broxterman andJonell Pearce,stepdaughterRozalia Singley, and stepson Dane Collette. A Memory Garden Servicefor Jan will be held at the Church of the Mediator Episcopal Church, at501 NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667, on January 11th, 2020 at 10:30am. A Memorial Service will follow after at 11:00am. A Celebration Meal will be held immediately after the service at Ryan Hall. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the church atPO Box 184, Micanopy, FL 32667; or we ask that you please send donations to Hospice of Marion County at:https://www.hospiceofmarion.com/donate/