Jan Szczepański 1939 – 2017

Biography

Jan Szczepański was born on November 20, 1939, in the town of Małecz, Poland. He dedicated much of his life to the sport of boxing, becoming known as a Polish boxer whose career reflected the athletic traditions of his nation. Through discipline and determination, he pursued his passion for the sport across what would become a significant portion of his adult years.

On January 15, 2017, Jan Szczepański passed away in Warsaw at the age of 77. His death marked the end of a life lived with purpose and connection to Poland’s sporting heritage. The respect afforded to him in his final resting place speaks to the regard in which he was held by his community and country.

Jan Szczepański was laid to rest at Powązki Military Cemetery in the Żoliborz district of Warsaw, one of Poland’s most distinguished burial grounds. This final honor reflects both his national significance and the esteem in which he was remembered. His legacy remains part of Polish boxing history and the memory of those who knew him.