Andrew John Pekala's Obituary
Andrew John Pekala age, 84, of Harbeson, DE, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.
He was born on July 8, 1940, in Windber, PA, to the late Andrew and Stephanie (Czyzyski) Pekala. Mr. Pekala graduated from Windber Area High School in 1958 and earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Drexel University in 1965, where he was also a member of the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity.
A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Mr. Pekala served for 20 years, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He married Dorothy C. Pekala (nee Olsen) on October 11, 1969, in Staten Island, NY. In addition to his military service, Mr. Pekala had a distinguished career as a statistician at the U.S. Census Bureau, where he worked for over 20 years.
Mr. Pekala was a man of many passions, including reading, gardening, and cooking. He was known for his devotion to his family, his love for learning, and his sharp intellect.
Mr. Pekala is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Dorothy “Dotty” Pekala; his daughters, Andrea Pekala, Jennifer Pekala, Amy Johnson, and Christina (Brock) Shaffer; his grandchildren, Drew and Kate Johnson, and Brent and Blake Shaffer; his sister, Ann (Bob) Harbrant, his brother, Michael (Linda) Pekala; his brother-in-law, John (Lynn) Olsen; and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE 19958. Friends and family may call beginning at 10:00 AM. Burial will be held privately.
Mr. Pekala will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His dedication to his family, his country, and his work left an indelible mark on those whose lives he touched. May his memory be a blessing and a source of comfort to all who knew him.
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