Kenneth L. "Pete" Jahelka
December 18, 1954 ~ May 22, 2021
In loving Memory of Pete Jahelka,
Kenneth (Pete) Jahelka passed away suddenly on May 22, 2021. He was born December 18, 1954 on Long Island, N.Y. to Kenneth C. Jahelka and Mary Thomson Jahelka.
He graduated Northport Highschool in 1973, and James Madison University in 1977. He was a property manager for Legum and Norman. He is survived by his children Connor, Troy and Rachel Jahelka. He is also survived by his sisters Judith (Barry) Kur, Laura Fleming, niece sand nephews and many close friends including Eric Gustafson his brother of choice for 48 years.
He was known as a genuinely kind-hearted man, a dependable brother, and most importantly a dedicated and loving father. He had a passion for the outdoors, spending time in Melbourne Beach with family, and watching his kids’ sports games. His first priority was always his children and being the best father he could be. Everyone could always count on him to crack a few jokes and put a smile on your face. He will be forever missed.
The family will receive friends at the Money and King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, VA 22180 on Friday June 11, 2021 from 5-8PM A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday June 12th at 11:30AM at St. Mark Catholic Church 9970 Vale Road, Vienna, Virginia
Kenneth (Pete) Jahelka passed away suddenly on May 22, 2021. He was born December 18, 1954 on Long Island, N.Y. to Kenneth C. Jahelka and Mary Thomson Jahelka.
He graduated Northport Highschool in 1973, and James Madison University in 1977. He was a property manager for Legum and Norman. He is survived by his children Connor, Troy and Rachel Jahelka. He is also survived by his sisters Judith (Barry) Kur, Laura Fleming, niece sand nephews and many close friends including Eric Gustafson his brother of choice for 48 years.
He was known as a genuinely kind-hearted man, a dependable brother, and most importantly a dedicated and loving father. He had a passion for the outdoors, spending time in Melbourne Beach with family, and watching his kids’ sports games. His first priority was always his children and being the best father he could be. Everyone could always count on him to crack a few jokes and put a smile on your face. He will be forever missed.
The family will receive friends at the Money and King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, VA 22180 on Friday June 11, 2021 from 5-8PM A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday June 12th at 11:30AM at St. Mark Catholic Church 9970 Vale Road, Vienna, Virginia
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Wishing you my heartfelt condolences on this tragic loss. Pete was a wonderful and special person and the most devoted father. I was grateful to call him a friend. May he rest in peace.
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I have had the privilege of knowing, living with, going to school with and being a friend of Pete for over 40 years. His passing brings tears to my eyes every time I think of him. Pete was one of the most decent human beings I have known. Honest, to a fault – caring, giving and usually with laugh on his mind. He cared and spent so much of his time with his kids. He always put them first. Every time I ever spoke with Pete, his kids were his top priority. That was Pete, always doing the right thing for those he loved. I will miss Pete. May the world he is in now bring him peace. John McLaren
Pete was one of the nicest people I’ve ever worked with! He was my office “neighbor” at L&N. He always had a smile on his face and could help make the day brighter with his smile and jokes. He loved his kids and lived for his kids. He often talked about his daughter and sons and the time spent with them. He was an awesome father, great friend and wonderful co-worker. Heaven has an awesome new neighbor; however this world is a little less bright with him not in it. My deepest condolences go out to his close friends and family and his children! May you find comfort in knowing Pete made a wonderful difference in this world – the world is better because he was in it! Much love to you all!
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My prayers are with my dear old friends, Laurie and Judi, and their families. I have wonderful memories of times spent at the Jahelka home during high school — a very tight, fun loving family, all with a glorious sense of humor. Rest in Peace, Pete. — Tom Dubocq
For several years I worked with Pete at Provident Insurance Companies back in the 90’s. What a joy it was, he was everyone friend always looking for positive in every situation. It was during the time when he first became a father. What a proud father he was each one brought him more joy. We stayed in touch here and there since Provident over the years. I’m truly saddened by his passing. Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss
Pete was always a sweet and kind friend to me in high school. Prayers for his family. Patty Campbell, CA.
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I am so sorry to hear about Pete he was the property manager for me doing my Time as board president at Gunston corner townhouse association. Was the best we ever had I became good friends with him .and will miss him God bless you. ?
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One memory I will always have of Pete was at family events when he was in high school. My siblings and I were quite a few years younger than him and we all thought he was so cool and wanted to hang out with him. Of course he didn’t feel the same way but being the sweet guy that he was he didn’t tell us that. Instead he came up with a game called kidnap. He tied us up and we had to escape. We thought it was so fun and of course it gave him some freedom if only for a bit. I will miss his easy and kind nature. Love to the family. Marianne Mullaney
Dear Laura, In honor of your brother Steve and I are planting a grove of three trees. A Brother and his two sisters strong, kind and loving forever
I am a colleague and friend of Laura and learned from her what a wonderful person and brother Pete was to her. May his memory be a blessing to all.
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Pete was a wonderful man, indeed. He was a great host at family events .. he knew how to barbecue and create fun, make us laugh. His parents were proud of him and, he was always there for me. I will miss him very much. Prayers to everyone ,especially to his lovely family, who mourn his sudden loss. Rest in Peace.
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My thoughts and prayers are with Pete’s family and friends. May Our Lord bless and comfort all of you. With deepest sympathy, Martha Daza, HiddenBrooke Community, Springfield, Virginia
I had the great pleasure to work with Pete for several years. He was a colleague and a friend. Our world is a little darker without his smile. I miss you Pete. Jim Santos
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Our sincere condolences to Pete’s family and friends on his untimely passing. Rhoda & Jack Berson HiddenBrooke
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We hold you in our hearts with caring, comfort and love. May your brother, Pete, rest in Peace, and may his memory always be a blessing.