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BRIAN JAKA Obituary
BRIAN ALAN JAKA
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013, of Arlington, VA. Beloved father of Kimberly Jaka; father-in-law of William Reintzell; brother of Carol Jaka. Memorial Service will be held at Grace Community Church, 8200 Old Columbia Road, Fulton, MD, on Sunday, October 13, 2013 at 1 p.m. Interment private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Montgomery County SPCA, P.O. Box 637, Washington Grove, MD 20880.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Randol Leach
September 30, 2023
Brian AKA Bean is always in my thoughts, we had a great friend relationship like brothers. Brother Bean and Brother Win are sure to be well known by know in heaven for all of their kindness and helpfulness. Love to you, Brother Ran
Lee Cobb
October 12, 2013
Brian was such a presence here on earth! It has been years since we hung out, but he was my Church buddy when we were trying to find our way. God Bless his family, for their loss is huge. I will never forget our long talks about life, God, parents, and parenting. Heaven is welcoming a true gem!
Love,
Lee Cobb
Liz
October 11, 2013
Prayers of thanks for introducing me first to CRCC then to Grace; and for the spiritual growth I gained from knowing you, and the consolation I gain from knowing your relationship with the Lord now has you in a better place. Til we meet again there .......
Karen Rock
October 11, 2013
I was fortunate enough to meet Brian when they closed the CGS Fed Ex station and he came to work the paper sort at MTN station. He always had a smile and would make us girls laugh at something or another. Keeping in touch with him after he left Fed Ex for a surgery was through a mutual friend Debbie. I remember he and Debbie making the long trek out to Westminster to attend my church. The "spirit" was in Brian and I loved his conviction. He always asked me when will I be attending "his" church; I regret that it never took place. Our sweet Lord, has a "bigger" plan for you, my friend Brian. Peace to his family
October 11, 2013
Brian, we were neighbors for a while and I loved you and your very good dog who I fed through the fence. So sorry to hear of your going to the next world. Julianne Davis
Donna Gill
October 10, 2013
So sorry for your loss - he was larger than life for his friends. He was indeed too young.
Wendy Leach MacKinnis
October 9, 2013
Brian was like a bonus older brother to me - he was always there for me and my family - we love Bean!! I thank God for his Faith and his wisdom - he was an inspiration to me - one of his last quotes to me - "Sorrow Looks Back, Worry Looks Around, But Faith Looks Up". We will miss you my friend but will see you again!
The three brothers
Randol Leach
October 9, 2013
I only know Brian by Bean, we talked
and visited over the last 50 years a lot . I can still hear his voice say hi brother. Win, Bean and myself were like brothers. He was a great friend and was always there to help if you needed anything. My brother Win and I have the stories to tell. With Bean, smoked our first cigs, drank our first beers, kissed our first girl, sneaked out of his house in the middle of the night on sleep overs to terrorize Wheaton. Then there was Bean, Win, Rush Kester, Debbie Watkins and myself as the "Lifeguards" at Parkland Pool. A great movie could be made from those days. We did a lot of good and bad things there. All in good fun. Everyone in the old neighborhood wanted to hang out at Beans house. His mother, as we called her, Mrs. Jaka, was the nicest person ever, she was like a mother to all of us. Mr. Jaka was pretty cool. All the boys would like to go over to his house also because he had a older sister, Carol, who was so nice and cute. All the boys had a big crush on her. Since Bean has passed, I have been celebrating his life with smiles and tears reliving all the good times and the great friendships. My prayers are with Kim and Carol. Thank you Bean for being the best brother. Love you, Ran
Darlene Dichter-Morning
October 9, 2013
Dear Brian, A little story that I never told you. When you went to my sister's high school reunion, I told her to tell you hello. She asked me how she would know you. I said, when she saw you, that she'd know you because you would stand out from all the rest. Well she sarcastically rolled her eyes at me, then. After her reunion, she said that she did know it was you as soon as she saw you! Brian, you were in a class by yourself. I wish that we had gone out for that drink we talked about.You were my very first date when we were in Sligo Jr. High School! You were always so nice. I was thrilled to see you at the Mc Dog Park meeting, and then run into you again the next day.
You left us far too soon, and you will be missed. I made sure that your doggie will be taken care of.
Love, Darlene
Sue (Kester) Puleo
October 8, 2013
Our back yards connected as young kids growing up in Silver Spring, MD. My family was Constance St & his Vivian Ct. We spent lots of time cavorting in the woods and at Parkland Pool. I remember Brian as always kind and gentle. One of my first kisses went to Beanie (as we knew him)at the ripe old age of 14. I am very sad to hear Brian has left this world so soon. I am very happy to know he touched so many lives in loving ways. My sincere condolences to all who knew and loved him.
Lisa Hettich Shereika
October 8, 2013
Brian was someone who always looked out for the other person and helped in any way he could. I remember his days as a lifeguard at the pool we both belonged to while in high school. Then later, he would take me out to teach me golf, when no one else wanted to take a rookie on the course. He was a friend to both of us and will be missed. Brian, we will see you one day on the other side. God bless you, brother. Lisa and Danny Shereika
Evelyn
October 8, 2013
I met Brian through my sister Marilyn, and although I did not know Brian for many years, I felt like I had. Brian had such a warm,caring,geniune,down to earth personaltiy, and so easy to talk to. I am very thankful for the time that I did know Brian. We shared some great stories about life, and he always had some great advice to give me, when I was feeling down. Brian went way to soon,and will be greatly missed. God Bless you Brian.
Marilyn VanWagner
October 8, 2013
Brian, On our trip to Florida we talked a lot about going HOME and how beautiful it will be. I know that you were not afraid. Also Brian, you accomplished a lot here, and many of us were touched by your life. But you did leave us very soon and I didn't get a chance to say goodbye. You will be greatly missed. I guess if I want to hear more about your lovely daughter Kim I will have to meet her myself. Thanks for all the beautiful conversations we shared, especially the ones about our Lord. See you whenever God is ready to send me! Love you, Marilyn
October 7, 2013
Brian or as we knew him, Beannie, was a wonderful child hood friend. As a neighborhood group of friends, we grew up together having a lot fun and getting into trouble on Constance St. We will miss you Brian. Midge Jackson Kaplan
Peggy Smith
October 7, 2013
Brian's death has left a huge void in many lives. He was loved by many. Rest in peace, dear friend.
Paul Burke
October 7, 2013
Brian was a good guy and a gracious friend,miss you Brian.
Brian holding court on his back deck in Silver Spring
Jane Weaver
October 7, 2013
Brian was beyond special. He was an exceptional friend. Until we meet again, Brian! Love, your friend Jane
SUSAN LEVINE
October 6, 2013
Brian will be missed by so many. He was a great guy! May all of the fond memories sustain you in your grief. My heartfelt sympathy to the family
With Sympathy,
Susan Levine
October 6, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in family, friends and prayer (Psalm 65:2) during this difficult time.
Don Cronin
October 6, 2013
Sorry for your loss; he was too young.
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