John P. Hornak
July 7, 1939 ~ September 12, 2015
Passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2015, at his home in Vienna, Va. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on July 7, 1939, he is survived by his wife of 48 years, Peggy; and daughters, Susan (Chris) Schools and Beth (Dave) Gillum; sister, Margaret (Vince) Madden and four grandchildren, Brett, Katie, Kelly and Natalie. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, he was at the time of his retirement Director of Consulting Support at the Department of Veterans Affairs. He was a past President of Westwood Country Club. John was an usher at St. Mark Catholic Church for over 40 years. Family will receive friends at St. Mark Catholic Church, 9970 Vale Rd., Vienna, Va., on Thursday, September 17th from 4-7 PM and where a Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, September 18th at 11:00 AM. Private inurnment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mark Catholic Church or the charity of ones choice in John's memory.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
John was a gentle man and a gentleman who exuded great warmth, an appreciation for life and a great sense of humor. He was a devoted family man and a great friend. He will be missed by all who knew him. Heartfelt condolences to Peggy and the family. May the Great Comforter bring you blessings and peace.
Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire family and pray that God’s Comfort, Love, and Peace envelope you all at this time. Blessings always.
John will be greatly missed by all who knew him and couldn’t help but love him. Praying for all the loved ones he left behind. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that John’s battle is over and he is surrounded by endless and abundant peace and love. Our deepest sympathy, Susan and Jim
John Hornak was a great leader and a friend. He molded what was left of VAs architectural & engineering services into our 1st technical help desk. His expertise & wry sense of humor made our work a pleasure. All of us at VA’s Consulting Support Service (John’s Legacy) salute John & offer our most sincere condolences to his wife & family.
John will be missed by all his Westwood friends. A true, true gentleman. Rest in peace my friend. Bill and Connie
Beth, We are so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. We send our love to you and your family. Kelly, Michael, and Ryan
I graduated from Munhall High School with John. He was an outstanding student and even then it was obvious he would be a success. I was the only girl in his trig & solid geometry class. My deepest sympathy on his passing. Ginny Onaitis Clifton
Mr. Hornak was my supervisor, as the Director of Consulting Service. He was a wonderful and heartfelt man. During my 42 years with the VA, he was one of my best supervisors. May eternal rest come onto him and may he rest in peace. Praying for His peace in your heart and life and may you find comfort in His Love.
Mr. Hornak was one of my supervisors at VA. He was a kind person with a smile that you would never forget. My deepest sympathy to the family.