Kenneth Allen Jarosek

Kenneth Allen Jarosek obituary, Taylor, TX

Kenneth Allen Jarosek

Kenneth Jarosek Obituary

Visit the Providence Funeral Home - Taylor website to view the full obituary.

Kenneth Allen Jarosek May 7, 1950 – July 29, 2025

Kenneth Jarosek, 75, of Granger, Texas, passed away July 29, 2025. Born on May 7, 1950, in Taylor, Texas, Kenneth was the cherished son of Allen and Georgie (Zrubek) Jarosek. He grew up in Granger, where he graduated from Granger High School before proudly serving in the U.S. Army. After his service, he continued his education at Temple College.

Kenneth dedicated his life to farming and to his family. Alongside his beloved wife of 54 years, Donna (Hajda) Jarosek, he raised his children and later helped nurture his grandchildren on the same land he lovingly worked for decades.

Known for his sharp wit and unmistakable laugh, Kenneth had a gift for making others smile. He always had a joke ready and never missed a chance to share a good story. After retiring from farming, he spent his days in his garden, following Formula 1 racing, or visiting with friends and local farmers to catch up on the latest news—often about tractors or the weather.

While his deep love for Donna anchored his life, his greatest joys came from time spent with his grandchildren. Whether fishing at the family pond, feeding wild birds and animals, or watching A Christmas Story on repeat during the holidays, “Popo” created lasting memories full of laughter and love.

Kenneth is survived by his loving wife, Donna Jarosek; his brothers Kelly Jarosek and Gregory Jarosek; his children Jeffery (Amy) Jarosek, Clint (Melissa) Jarosek, and Allison (Brian) Leszcynski; and his beloved grandchildren: Cameron, Gage (Ashley), Noah, Bryce, Chace, and Renyn. He was preceded in death by his parents, Allen and Georgie Jarosek, and his sister, Carolyn Simpson.

A memorial service to celebrate Kenneth’s life will be held on August 8, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Providence Funeral Home.

Kenneth will be deeply missed but forever remembered for the love he gave, the laughter he shared, and the legacy he leaves behind.

Pallbearers will be Greg Jarosek, Kelly Jarosek, Russell Loitz, Ronnie Kruse, Brian Leszcynski, Cameron Bartosh, Gage Leszcynski, Noah Leszcynski, Bryce Jarosek, Chace Leszcynski

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Providence Funeral Home - Taylor

807 Carlos Parker Blvd., NW, Taylor, TX 76574

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