Joseph ‘Chip’ N. Rohan Sr. 1955-2024

He will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by his sisters, Javern Rohan Carothers and Jacqueline Rohan Gordon, and brother, Samuel Rohan of Henderson; brother, Gary (Andrea) Rohan of Anaheim, California; brother, Dean (Margie) Rohan of Burbank, California; son Joseph Nicholas (Emma) Rohan Jr. of Irvine, California; former wife, Toni Rohan; daughter, Farran Piazza and son, Gino (Mindy) Piazza of Cincinnati, Ohio; six grandchildren; five nieces and two nephews; and three great-nieces.

Chip was preceded in death by his loving father, Joseph J. Rohan, formerly from Youngstown, Ohio; mother, Veronica Ann Rohan Klus and stepfather, Dennis Klus, formerly from Lowellville, Ohio; and sister, Cynthia M. Furtado of Henderson.

Born and raised in Youngstown, Chip graduated from East High School in 1973.

One of his fondest memories as a teenager was being involved in ALSAC — Aiding Leukemia Stricken American Children, also known as the American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities, a charitable organization. As a teenager, he marched door to door in Ohio and Pennsylvania to collect donations for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. He moved to Hollywood, Florida, then moved to South Philadelphia, PA, where he began his career in the life insurance business and became a member of the “Million Dollar Club” with Metropolitan Life Insurance. In 1981, he moved to Southern California and furthered his insurance sales career privately as JNR Insurance. He also enjoyed a great career as a male exotic dancer for 11 years. In 1994, he moved his family to Cincinnati, Ohio, and continued his career with JNR Insurance. He also began his acting career in December 2019. In 2021, he moved to Henderson, where he continued his acting career. Chip was immensely proud of the many movies, TV and video roles was cast in during such a brief period of time. They are as follows:

Movies: “Mafia Ties” (2019); “The Beautiful Rainbow” (2019); “BodyBag Ohio” (2019); “1665” – Youngstown (2020); “Misfired – Law and Loyalty” (2022); “Vegas Stories: 2 the Hard Way” (2023); “Run Nixon” (2023); “Distractions” (2023); “Margaret the Brave” (2024); “The Private Secretary” (in production); TV series: “Metropolitan Detective” (2021); “Cleaning Lady” TV Series (2023) and several music videos.

His ultimate dream came true as a “Featured Extra” in Robert DeNiro’s upcoming movie, “Alto Knights,” scheduled to be released March 21, 2025. Please add to your calendar and honor Chip by attending a showing of the movie and celebrating his life. As Chip and they say, “That’s A Wrap.”

Chip was a loving son, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, great-uncle, husband, father and friend. His greatest love was for his family and he loved unconditionally.

Chip also loved meeting new people, hearing their stories and sharing his own. Chip was a great storyteller and his stories were the source of so much fun and laughter. He loved being in a social environment, he LOVED music and was a fabulous dancer. Chip was full of life, a phenomenal man and he was an honorary “UNCLE” to thousands. The depth of his friendships with so many showed he was an exceptional man, an amazing mentor and an inspiration to many around the world.

Chip was loved and will truly be missed by all.

Information for a “Celebration Of Life” to be held at a future date.

Condolences can be mailed to: The family of Chip Rohan, 2958 Gettysburg Ave., Henderson, NV 89052.

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