Jan Black

Mr. Jan Darwin Black, age 75, of Stewart, TN passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at
Houston County Community Hospital. He was born August 17, 1948 in Sycamore, PA. A loving
son of the late Santford Hill Black and Dorothy Louise Collins Black and beloved brother to his 5
siblings. Jan led a life of service. He began his journey serving his country in the US Army as a
Sergeant 1 st Class during the Vietnam War. He used his Masters of Business Administration
(MBA) and Juris Doctor (JD) degrees to serve his government. Through his time in the VFW,
Freemason, and Shriners he served his community. He spent his retirement serving the people
of Stewart County for two terms as a County Commissioner. Jan was a lifelong student. Always
reading, always learning, and always sharing his knowledge. What Jan lacked in patience he
made up with passion. Passion for learning, life, and his family. Jan loved his farm and he never
met a plant he could not make thrive. Jan is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Karin Black;
son, Jan Darwin Black, II (Krista); daughter Casey Pfeifer (Logan); daughter Kimberly Black;
grandchildren Taben Pfeifer, Rylee Black, Maisie Pfeifer, Riley Lehman, McKinley Lehman, and
Britley Lehman. Jan was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He will be
greatly missed. His children and grandchildren will miss his advice and hugs most of all