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Visitation
St. Alphonsus Church
July 31, 2012, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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St. Alphonsus Church
July 31, 2012, 1:00 PM
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Peter A. Teleha

May 20, 1992 - July 28, 2012

Obituary

Obituary
Peter A. Teleha, 20, of Fort Washington, PA, died Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Nassau University Medical Center in New York after succumbing to injuries sustained after being struck by a car. His family was at his side.

Peter was born in Christiana, DE. He is the son of Christopher and Suzanne (nee Adick) Teleha.

Peter was a rising junior at Hofstra University. While in school he was a member of the Phi Delta Theta Service Fraternity, Phi Beta Kappa Academic Honors Society, Hofstra Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Singing Dutchmen, and Sigma'cappella. Peter was a graduate of Upper Dublin Class of 2010 and a member of St. Alphonsus and its Music Ministry.

Along with his beloved parents, Peter is survived by his devoted sister Elizabeth of Fort Washington. He is also survived by his loving grandparents Robert and Marilyn Adick of Florence, KY, and Andrew and Phyllis Teleha of Ocala, FL.

Relatives and friends are invited to call beginning at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at St. Alphonsus Church, 33 Conwell Drive, Maple Glen, PA, 19002. A funeral service will commence at 1:00 PM. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his name to Hofstra Honors College, 243 E. Axinn Library Hempstead, NY 11549 or at www.hofstra.edu would be appreciated..

Tributes may be made at www.UrbanFuneralHome.com
 

Tributes

Tributes
Dear Chris and Suzanne,

We are so terribly sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing the beautiful memories of Peter. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jim & Sue Jesko
Aug 12, 2012 Jim & Sue Jesko
Dear Suzanne, I am shocked and filled with sadness to hear about Peter. I remember that amazing little boy with the head full of curls. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Aug 12, 2012 Diane LeNoir
Our hearts go out to you at this very difficult time. May you be strenghtened by your memories and faith.

Doris & Si Izes
Aug 7, 2012 Doris & Si Izes
Suzanne, Chris, and Elizabeth: Peter was a remarkable young man. We can only hope that your heartache is eventually replaced by the wonderful memories of Pete's life. We will never forget Pete, and he will always be our favorite "Silent Partner."
Aug 3, 2012 The Lambs
I am so sorry about the loss of this fine young man. I instantly remembered the many times I saw Peter walking through the hallways of Sandy Run. His wide open smile and musical skill on the piano are two things about Peter that I recall fondly. Teachers remember the good kids and I know that so many of us in Upper Dublin will keep our happy memories of Peter and his days with us in our hearts.
Aug 3, 2012 Mrs. Buetikofer
Peter was a wonderful and kind young man who in his willingness to share with others pays real tribute to his parents and community with whom he was raised. I had the pleasure of seeing him occasionally as he grew up and just last year had him humble me (and his Dad) on the golf course - it is a testament to someone's character and kind nature that you are happy to lose to someone so genuine and fun to be with! He lives on in many people today, and his memory is a blessing.
Aug 3, 2012 Ron Newbold
While I did not know him, it sounds like Peter was an amazing, kind and talented young man. My heart absolutely aches for your family.
Aug 2, 2012 Lori Fischer
Dear Chris, Suzanne and Elizabeth. Chris and I (and The boys) were shocked and so sad to hear about Peter. We can't begin to imagine what you are going through. When we met Peter last year, we were both impressed by what a lovely young man he had turned into. He was so friendly, easy to talk to with a great sense of humour.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Jenny and Chris.xxxx
Aug 2, 2012 Jenny Blackwell
Suzi and Chris, our most heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you. Though Peter's life was cut short, he made the most of his time on earth. I know how proud your parents were of him, he was a credit to you and we grieve with you for your loss.
Barb and Bob Ciesko
Aug 1, 2012 Barb Ciesko
The Janssen C.R.E.A.Te editorial group wants to express its deepest feelings of sympathy for the family. It shouldn't happen that people are taken away in such a brutal way at the summit of their youth. We wish you all the strength you will need.
Aug 1, 2012 wittock frederik
Suzy & Chris, as I reach up to give you a hug I want you to know my thoughts and prayers are constantly with you. You have always been sure a huge part of our lives. When I look at my children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, I will alway think about you and coming thru the door yelling at me to meet Chris. Sharing your lives with us. Now you must share your heart act with us. Because by share it heals and eases your pain. I will always be here for you all and never hesitate to call.
Jul 31, 2012 Janey Kattelman
Sadly we only met Peter twice once when he was a young boy visiting England with his family. The last time was in Feb 2011 when he made a short trip with his father and we had the pleasure of his company for the weekend. My 10 year old son was in awe and my 16 year old daughter chatted animatedly with him about college life in Long Island. He was such an easy young man to chat to and he was so polite and it was such a wonderful weekend. We are so grateful we had that time with him and will remember him often. Our thoughts and prayers are with Chris, Susanna, Elizabeth and their families. X
Jul 31, 2012 Julie Nei,l Samantha, Andrew Pegg U.K.
Always tough to hear of the loss of a Brother in the Bond. Thoughts, prayers, and condolences from all of us here at Northwestern. In coelo quies est.
Jul 31, 2012 Illinois Alpha
Peter was the first friend I met at Hofstra during our 2010 summer orientation. He was my suite mate and one of the first people I began to share my Hoftstra experience with. Every time I hear "Daughters" by John Mayer, I think of you, buddy.
Jul 30, 2012 Kyle Vigorito
The thoughts and prayers of the DePauw Chapter are with Brother Teleha's family and friends during this difficult time. The entire Phi Delt family is grieving with you. In Coelo Quies Est.
Jul 30, 2012 Phi Delta Theta- IN Zeta
Pete will not drink my homemade iced tea or eat the boxed Spongebob mac-n-cheese that he so loved with my daughter, Jenna, but I will always reserve some for him. Such a gentle GIANT, in every way. GOD speed, hugs and kisses, you are safe now.
Jul 30, 2012 Sharon Feder
I never met Peter, but I know his mother and his grandparents, Marilyn and Bob. We have been good friends for many, many years and remember when Peter was born. So much love for him poured from this family and he was a special gem in their eyes. I know his life was bright and there will be many wonderful memories at some point to share about his time here on earth. I grieve for them and wish there was some way to take away the pain.
Jul 30, 2012 Susan and Don Runyan
With Deepest Sympathies. In Coelo Quies Est, Brother Teleha.
Jul 30, 2012 B. Baudet
My memory of Pete is how happy he was to lend his skillful piano playing to our choir rehearsal a few years back, as we prepared for a performance. My heart is breaking reading about Pete's other achievements and community involvement. So much accomplishment in such a short life.... My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jul 30, 2012 Beth Chernoff
My condolences to this young man, his family, and others who are hurting from his loss.

In coelo quies est.

Jonathon Price
Bond 644
Indiana Kappa
Jul 30, 2012 Jon Price
We are mourning the loss of a fine young man with unbounded promise. Understanding Gods plan for Peter goes far beyond us. Those of us regulars of the NOON mass have been blessed with Peter's talents and energy over and over, and he has left on indelible imprint on us. May family and friends find comfort in knowing Peter enriched our lives.
Jul 30, 2012 The Smith family (St A's)
Wish this family and the Hofstra chapter the best in these hard times. Although our chapters are separated by distance, the pain of this loss still resounds with brothers across the country.
Jul 30, 2012 Phi Delta Theta- OH Lambda
It is always difficult to lose their brother to the chapter grand.
Jul 30, 2012 Ronald K. Rogers, MD
Pete's loss is a tremendous blow to those that know and love him. He will be remembered for the wonderful, talented young man that he had become. Bad things happen to good people, and Pete was one of the good, no, great ones.
Jul 30, 2012 Andrea Domsky
 

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Visitation
Date and time
Tuesday, Jul 31, 2012
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location
St. Alphonsus Church
1565 Temple Dr
Maple Glen, Pennsylvania 19002
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Service
Date and time
Tuesday, Jul 31, 2012
1:00 PM
Location
St. Alphonsus Church
1565 Temple Dr
Maple Glen, Pennsylvania 19002
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