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Industry Loses Veteran Sales Rep

November 2, 2020 Industry Loses Veteran Sales Rep

Joe J. Kusta, owner of J.S. Jans of Chicago and Baton Rouge, passed away October 5. He was 77 years old.

A veteran manufacturer representative, Kusta fostered relationships with such companies as Fresh Products LLC, Haviland Corp., Crown Matting Technologies, Pro-Team Inc., Hamilton Plastics Inc., Flitz International Ltd., and U.S. Products throughout his decades-long career. Kusta also worked with end-user organizations like W.W. Grainger Inc., ServiceMaster Clean, and United Laboratories Inc.

Kusta is survived by his wife, stepson, and three grandchildren. Sentiments and condolences can be left here.