Lorin A. Jangrow, 92

ADAMS, Mass. —  Lorin Albert Jangrow, 92 of Adams, MA died Thursday August 18, 2022 at Berkshire Medical Center.

He was born in Westfield MA on August 14, 1930, the only child of Albert Joseph and Elizabeth M. (Swochak) Jangrow. Lorin grew up in North Adams and attended schools there. He often recounted Ms. Cooper’s challenging fourth grade class at Mark Hopkins. He graduated from Drury High School in the class of 1948.

Lorin wore many hats professionally. His work career began at JC Penny in North Adams at the age of 13. He held many positions at Sprague Electric Company, which included a role as an X ray detection specialist for industrial spying. Lorin spent time at General Electric in Pittsfield in the chemical laboratory and naval ordnance. He was employed at International Correspondence Schools and provided services in the Burlington Vermont region. Lorin also worked for New England Power at the Bear Swamp Project to the depths of 400 feet underground. He also coached basketball in the St. Francis Youth League in the late 60’s.

In 1969-1970, Lorin completed the first LPN program offered at McCann school with an interest in psychiatric nursing. He eventually became a registered nurse. He first worked at the Adams Plunkett Hospital until its closure in the early 1970’s. Lorin also worked in the Northampton area for several years followed by North Adams Regional Hospital until retirement in 1987. He was last employed as a security guard/hall monitor at Brattleboro Union High School in VT until his mid 80’s.

Lorin was a natural historian/story teller and had a great sense of humor. He enjoyed discussing ancestry, local history, and sports. He also loved music especially country and crooners such as Al Martino. He remained vibrant until the end. Lorin went on several cruises/vacations, danced, walked frequently and took long drives weekly. He also was a regular patron at local diners. He enjoyed spending time with family and his dog Lucy.

Lorin is survived by three sons: Allen Jangrow and Paul Jangrow of North Adams and Jamie Jangrow of Clarksburg, a daughter Jordan Elizabeth Jangrow of Westminster VT, three step-daughters: Cristina Sanchez Duhamel (Jeff Duhamel) of Pittsfield, Sarah Sanchez of Vernon VT, and Tammy Duval of Hinsdale NH, several grandchildren: Jonathon Jangrow and Erik Jangrow of North Adams, Kristopher Jangrow (Heather Jangrow) of Canonsburg PA, Jessica Skuby of Hebron, CT and many others, four great grandchildren, a cousin Rosemary Swochak of Southwick MA, a godson Steven Swochak of Salisbury MA and his Boston Terrier Lucy. He was predeceased by wife Carol Ann (Cross) Jangrow who died on January 7, 2003 (married 1991).

FUNERAL NOTICE: The funeral for Lorin Jangrow will be Wednesday August 31, 2022 at 11:00 AM at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS CENTRAL CHAPEL, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA. Burial will follow in Bellevue Cemetery in Adams. A calling hour at the funeral home will be held Wednesday morning from 10-11 AM. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifunealhomes.com.