Kenneth John Peshlakai

Kenneth John Peshlakai

Kenneth Peshlakai Obituary

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Kenneth Peshlakai, age 87, passed away on February 14, 2025.

Kenneth was born January 18, 1938 in Fort Defiance, AZ to John Peshlakai and Elizabeth Manuelto . After graduation he served his country in the US Navy and was Honorably Discharged on August 17, 1960. After serving in the military, Kenneth married Delores Helen Cordero, and together they had 2 children.

Kenneth began work for Enron as an operator and moved into the supervisor position. He was an avid marksman who loved to competition shoot in Arizona and New Mexico. Kenneth loved to fish, hunt and go offroading in his Dune Buggie & Bronco named "Indian Tony."

He always provided a lot of fun for him and his children including trips. When his wife passed away, he bought Karen dogs that he in turn loved to help comfort her.

Kenneth is survived by his daughter, Karen. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Delores and son Kevin.

No services are planned at this time.



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