John Peter Telesky

March 31, 2023

CHARLOTTE – John Peter Telesky, 81, passed away Friday, March 31, 2023.

John served in the United States Navy and was a longtime employee of Flint Ink where he retired in 2010.  He was a devoted member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles (F.O.E.) where his accolades included Worthy President Aerie #4096, Strawberry Plains, TN 1994-1995; Tennessee State /Provincial President 2007-2008 and Southeast Central Regional President 2010-2011.

He is survived by his wife, Michele; his children, Shea Parker and her husband, Shayne, Victoria Telesky and Kathleen Collins and her husband, Donnie, Kenneth Telesky and his wife, Toni; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and his sister, Patti Bowen of NY.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 6828 Old Reid Road, Charlotte, NC.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the activity center at the church.  Interment will follow at 1:00 PM at Salisbury National Cemetery, Salisbury, NC.

Memorials may be offered in memory of John to F.O.E. Charity Foundation, c/o Kim Fifer, 1623 Gateway Circle, Grove City, OH 43123.  Please include in the memo line F.O.E. Diabetes Research Center.

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences may be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.

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  • Libby and Don Ferguson

    Going to miss our Thanksgiving and long weekend visits. The funny jokes and celebration of family will always be remembered as a precious part of our family.

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  • Shannon Smith

    My John was a special friend and is sorely missed. I guess he and Rob can tell lies to each other. Love and miss him.

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  • Carl Bandy

    A pleasure to have known you John, You will be missed. Thank You for your dedication to the FOE 4096.

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  • Barbara Moore

    Kenny, Toni and family,
    My sincere condolences for the loss of your Dad.
    I offer prayers for comfort and peace. ??????

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  • James and Sandi Bradshaw

    We so loved John and always looked forward to seeing him at our Eagle meetings. Are so sorry for your loss and you are in our prayers and thoughts during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy

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