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Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home - Silver Spring

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Silver Spring, Maryland

JEFFERY GILDENHORN Obituary

JEFFREY GILDENHORN
On June 28, 2017, Jeffrey Gildenhorn, of the District of Columbia, Beloved brother of Harry (Arlene), Devoted uncle of Matthew (Tara) and Dana (Hershel), Cherished great-uncle of Connor, Zac and Aiden. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, July 2, 1 p.m. at B'nai Israel Congregation, 6301 Montrose Road, Rockville MD. Interment to follow at Judean Memorial Gardens, Olney, MD. Family will be observing shiva at the residence of Harry and Arlene Gildenhorn starting Sunday, July 2 and on Monday, July 3, 7:30 p.m. Contributions may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. Arrangements by Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home under the Jewish Funeral Practices Committee of Greater Washington Contract

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Published by The Washington Post from Jun. 30 to Jul. 2, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for JEFFERY GILDENHORN

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17 Entries

Robert

June 16, 2019

I worked for Jeffrey Gildenhorn many years ago at the Fishery Restaurant. I just heard about his passing, and I hope he did not suffer. My condolences to his family. May you rest in peace, Jeffrey. "Then I heard a voice from heaven say, Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on. Yes, says the Spirit, they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them. Rev. 14:13

July 11, 2017

Jeffery we are gonna miss you!! You were a wonderful client and an even greater friend...Thank you for many pearls of priceless advice and for every referral that you introduced us to. To your family We express our most sincere condolences. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Peace always, Carol & Jack Craul

Regina Foley Barry

July 6, 2017

Jeffrey Gildenhorn was one of the kindest, most inspirational people I have ever known - Exhibit A of every proverb about dreaming big, working hard, and never giving up.

I met Jeffrey when he had a plot of land across the street from a block of successful businesses, a development deal that had gone south, and a need for plan B for the space. When he conceived the notion of a retro diner for the property, he was on fire. I remember having dinner with him at the Fishery when he showed me pictures from his book of classic American diners, tile and fixture samples, or music choices. Every detail of the decor and menu was carefully researched and chosen by Jeffrey. It is comforting to know that Jeffrey's original vision of the ACD as a fun gathering place for all ages lives on - a blend of 50's nostalgia and progressive politics, Jeffrey style.

I thought of Jeffrey as I watched "A Capitol Fourth." He loved and celebrated his country, his city, and, most of all, his family. My sincere condolences to Harry, Arlene, Matthew, and Dana. Like Harry, I can imagine Jeffrey smiling down on all of us. I can even imagine him smiling at the "Rest in Peace" sign posted by his devoted employees: "Who's telling me to rest? When have I ever done anything peacefully?" Primarily, however, I like to envision him sitting in the booth that served as office and throne, energetically greeting customers and friends - "Hi, howareya?" I can imagine him opening his big blue eyes even wider and proclaiming: "Pardon me, I'm still here!" And I have to believe that in every inch of that diner he created and in every colorful story told by or about him, he still is.

Shawn Gasque

July 6, 2017

I literally just heard this news and its very sad my thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I've told many people including his brother that the man saved my life. When I was in a pretty bad point iin my life Jeffery reached out to me gave me a job and was instrumental in helping get to a better place. They get no better than this man and our city and myself will miss him greatly.

mac

July 6, 2017

Jeff gave me my first job at the American City diner over 20 years ago. I'll never forget him sitting at his favorite booth near the milkshake blenders. He would have breakfast there with the paper virtually every morning. He held meetings there as well, often ordering lunch with his guests.

My condolences to the family and community. He was a great guy.

Martin Gildenhorn

July 3, 2017

You will surely be missed by many. But what a great life you led. You were an inspiration to all who knew you. R.I.P dear cousin.

Martin & Lorraine Gildenhorn

July 3, 2017

Our sincere sympathy to the family in this time of great loss. Our prayers are with you.

Penny J

July 2, 2017

Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Gildenhorn. Draw close to God in prayer in your time of grief as he promises to stay close to you. Romans 12:12

Norman Leibovitch

July 2, 2017

Jeffery was a classmate and as I remember a Frat Brother. Last saw him 25 year ago prox. at his Fishery Rest.
Nice guy. Saddened.

Mark Weiss

July 2, 2017

With his sarcastic tone, quick retort, and gentle smurk, Jeffrey never failed to bring a smile to all his friends' and acquaintences' faces. Jeffrey was always "in" on the joke--he "got" it---and never failed to let you know it. He knew everybody, and was never shy about telling you. He was that guy in the booth at The Diner who knew everybody who walked in the door, and treated them like he'd known them all his life. A great story-teller, quick with a one-liner, and a true DC "know-it-all," Jeffrey's presence, warmth, laugh, and simple friendliness will be missed on upper Connecticut Avenue. The "locals" will miss his take on current events, politics, and even local DC gossip. And somewhere in the great beyond, we all know, deep down inside, he's probably "holding court" and telling everybody exactly how he feels......right now.

Diane Philleo

July 1, 2017

The darker the night, the brighter the stars,
The deeper the grief, the closer is God!

July 1, 2017

May the God and father of Abraham be with you as we await the fulfillment of seeing Abraham offspring filled the earth like the stars in the heavens. Genesis 15:5,6.

June Krupsaw

June 30, 2017

Jeff was a good friend. He knew me when I was 12; he knew me all my life. We were especially close recently when I was visiting my mother ( I lived in Bluemont). He took me to see the movie Exodus when it first came out. He was always saying we would watch it again. I always said yes. I 'm sure we will. I will miss him more than words can say. He was a talented active man. I've read the plays he wrote. We cared for each other. I miss him - more than words can say. And we loved words. And he was always welcoming to me.

Ganleh Barrie

June 30, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family for your loss.May the God of All comfort be with you as you mourn the loss of your loved one.

Allan Schlosser

June 30, 2017

I want to extend my deepest sympathies to Jeffrey's family and friends. He was a wonderful guy and a D.C. institution.

Mark Matthews

June 30, 2017

My deepest sympathies to the Gildenhorn Family. Jeff Gildenhorn was extremely kind and patient towards my Brother, Jerald, who worked for the Gildenhorn Family over the years. My Mother and I will always be grateful to Mr. Gildenhorn for being there for my Brother when needed. Rest in Peace.

Deborah Robohm

June 30, 2017

Jeff had an interesting life, and enjoyed many good friends. RIP.
Sad time for a loving family.
Debbie & Dick

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