How do you grapple with the unthinkable, the kind of loss that rewrites the very core of your being? Roz Varon, the beloved former ABC7 Chicago traffic anchor, is navigating precisely that, announcing the heartrending death of her daughter, Sara Beth Janz.

The news arrives like a thunderclap, especially considering that just weeks prior, Varon had shared a moment of personal triumph with her followers the welcome relief of normal biopsy results. The juxtaposition of these two events, the high of health and the crushing blow of loss, underscores the capricious nature of life. Sara Beth Janz, a vibrant young woman of 29, passed away last week in New Mexico, succumbing to a recent illness. The details remain private, a testament to the family's need for space and solace during this profoundly difficult time. Varon, a figure familiar to Chicagoans for her warm presence and traffic updates, now faces a journey no parent should ever have to undertake. The outpouring of support and love from the community has been immense, a testament to the impact both Varon and her daughter have had on those around them. Roz varon, 67, recently announced the tragic death of her daughter, sara beth janz. Varon is married to her husband, glen janz. The couple is blessed with a daughter named sarah janz. Sarah is an alumnus of columbia college chicago. Roz lives with her family in the western suburbs in chicago along with their pets; Two dogs and a cat.

Full Name	Sara Beth Janz
Age	29 years old
Date of Death	Last Wednesday (week of this article's writing)
Location of Death	New Mexico
Cause of Death	Recent Illness (unspecified)
Occupation	Information not available
Spouse	Staff Sergeant Darien Jackson
Parents	Roz Varon and Edward Janz
Mother's Occupation	Former ABC7 Chicago Traffic Anchor
Scholarship Fund	Established in Sara Beth Janz's memory on the @chi_natas website.
Tribute	@abc7chicago will air a tribute this week.
Reference	ABC7 Chicago