Rudolph Zeman Jr.

Obituary For Rudolph Zeman Jr.

Rudolph “Rooster” Zeman Jr. age 77 of Sarasota, FL, formerly of Gowanda, NY passed away Thursday Morning June 25, 2026 in Sarasota, FL surrounded by family.

Born in Gowanda, NY on July 10, 1948. He was the son of Rudolph and Mildred (Bakich) Zeman

Rudy moved to Florida in 1977, worked in some form of the auto industry throughout his life and was a body shop manager prior to his retirement. He was well respected by his employees and customers. He was a car enthusiast that owned over 200 cars in his lifetime and enjoyed restoring many late model vehicles.

Survivors include children; Robin Marie (Kevin) Morgan of Carrollton, VA, Brian S. (Lori) Zeman of Sarasota, Lynn Marie Zeman and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Rudy is also survived by a sister Dorothy Crandall of East Otto, NY and a brother; Robert (Laurie) Zeman of Sarasota along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was well loved by many friends.

Rudolph was preceded in death by his father Rudolph, his mother Mildred Macakanja-Zeman and also brothers Louis Macakanja and Paul Macakanja.

As per Rudy’s wishes, a private family graveside service will be held at the Hills Of Rest Cemetery where he will be laid to rest next to his parents in Floral City, FL.

Memorials, if desired may be done through letting family and friends know they are loved before that opportunity passes you by.

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