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PETER ELINSKY Obituary

Name: Memorial service for PETER ELINSKY
Start: 2025-07-10T10:30:00.000Z
Location: Temple Rodef Shalom

ELINSKY--Peter, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025 in Virginia. He was 81 years old. Peter is survived by the love of his life, Elaine (Lainie), and their two daughters Lauren, married to Bob Meek, and Rachel, married to Dan Ambrosio. Peter was a proud and loving grandfather to Noah and Ari Ambrosio, who brought him immeasurable joy. He is also survived by his sister, Bonnie Lunitz. Professionally, Peter spent 31 years at KPMG and sat on the firm's Board of Directors. After his retirement, he was an Adjunct Professor of Law at Georgetown University, inspiring countless students and was celebrated with the Charles Fahy Distinguished Professor Award. During his retirement, he also spent his time volunteering at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and tutored elementary school kids. He is remembered with love by many friends, colleagues, and former students and will be deeply missed. Peter will be laid to rest in Avon, Connecticut in a private graveside ceremony on Thursday, with a memorial service at Temple Rodef Shalom in Falls Church, Virginia on July 10.

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Published by New York Times on Jun. 25, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for PETER ELINSKY

13 Entries

Dennis Polisner

October 15, 2025

Peter was a business associate and dear friend of mine at KPMG. We worked closely together and and he was a consummate professional and a wonderful human being. My sincere condolences to Elaine and the rest of the family.

Rick Spiegel

July 9, 2025

Peter and I were contemporaries, dating two girls who were roommates for six or seven years. After we all finally married and they shared the maid of honor dress for each other's ceremony, we kept up the close relationship, even though eventually far apart physically. Peter lived a full, enviable life, with Lanie by his side for over half a century, two wonderful, loving daughters, and a career with few equals. But with all his accolades, positions of esteem and respect, the one thing that stands out to me is that he was probably just the nicest guy I ever knew. A true mensch, caring and giving to his family, his religion, friends, and strangers alike. Always with that big smile and a ready chuckle, he towered over me, but he was like a big Teddy bear. I will miss him very much. My heart goes out to Lanie and the girls.

Karen and ErnieRosenberg

July 8, 2025

Ernie and I knew Peter only for a short while in 2025, but he left a profound impression on me. The joy in his smile, seemingly surpassing the daily struggles in life, gave immense courage to those around him, including me. He taught us so much by saying little. He always lit up the room with his arrival. Gone too soon, we miss you, Peter! God bless you Elaine, Lauren, Rachel. A lot of regards to Chamy, too!

Raymond Ellis

July 1, 2025

Peter and I shared our professional and community lives from about 1970 until I retired from KPMG LLP in 2000. Our family and the Elinsky family were both members of Temple Rodef Shalom in McLean, VA. Peter was a wonderful friend during our careers together at KPMG LLP. Although we were in different areas of the practice, he always offered wise counsel and encouragement. Peter was also a strong community leader as Treasurer of Rodef Shalom. Our synagogue programs thrived, and our membership grew significantly under his leadership. May his memory be a blessing -

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Mindy and Joe Scango

June 29, 2025

Dear Elaine, Rachel, and Lauren,
Joe and I are saddened to learn of Peter's passing. His smile, laughter, and kindness was contagious. He will be missed.
With sincerest sympathy,
Mindy and Joe

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Joel Resnick

June 27, 2025

Peter was a great partner and even better person.
I am sorry for your loss.

Michael Dunn

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Allison Weller Kline

June 25, 2025

Being one of Rach´s roommates in college, I was lucky to see Mr Elinsky during brief visits. He was always warm and funny and made everyone around him comfortable. He always seemed so sincere and his love of Rach was evident in every interaction. It was a pleasure knowing him.

Margie Gelfenbien

June 25, 2025

Peter was a one-of-a-kind person who was loved by all. Roger and I have known Peter since the early 1960’s. Peter and Roger were college roommates at UConn and their relationship was long lasting. They were always laughing and having a good time! If it weren’t for Peter, Roger and I wouldn’t have met!
We send our love to the entire Elinsky family and hope that all your warm, wonderful memories will help you through these difficult days.
We’ll always remember his warm smile and great personality.
Sending hugs,
Margie and Roger Gelfenbien

Linda and Mike Goldberg

June 25, 2025

With over 50 years of friendship, Peter has enriched and brought joy to our lives. We shared birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and vacations. We were family. We loved the twinkle in his eyes when he was about to share another corny joke. He volunteered at my school for years, and he brought joy to the staff and students.

Dave Connick

June 23, 2025

Condolences to Peter's family. He will be missed. We were volunteer colleagues at the Holocuast Museum on Thursday afternoons. When I first started at the Museum, Peter helped me settle in and showed me the ropes. He was a kind, compassionate man with a great sense of humor.

Dana Carroll

June 23, 2025

Peter will always be remembered for his smile as he talked with our visitors and colleagues at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. His legacy will be carried on by his family and friends at the Holocaust Memorial Museum. Dana

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