Jon Thomas Pesek

Jon Pesek, of Alabaster, Alabama, a devout Christian whose faith guided every aspect of his life, passed away peacefully at the age of 82 on February 1, 2026. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama, on November 20, 1943.

Due to the strict VA burial guidelines, we will have a viewing at 11:30 a.m. at Southern Heritage Funeral Home and depart promptly at 12:30 p.m. for the police procession to the Montevallo VA Pavilion, arriving there no later than 1 p.m. A celebration of life is being planned for the summer.

He was preceded in death by his beautiful and beloved wife, Susan, whom he married on December 7, 1974. He is also preceded in death by his parents, John and Thelma Pesek, and his sister, Patrice Grant, as well as his favorite dogs, Bruce and Annie. His survivors include his only son, Jon “Jay” Pesek II, a beautiful daughter (unnamed), birth daughter Amy Davis (Conner and grandson Will), an additional birth daughter (unnamed) with two grandchildren (unnamed) and a nephew, Chris Grant (Ken).

He served his country proudly in the U.S. Navy on the USS Neches during Vietnam, from September of 1963, honorably discharging June of 1967. While serving in the Navy, Jon was well known for diving off the aircraft carrier into the Mariana Trench, later seeing it on the History Channel. After his time in the Navy, Jon worked for IBM, Litton, and then began his own computer engineering firm, Pesek Corporation, which was operational for 41 years. He was a proud member of the community, building the Kingwood Christian School Touchdown Club, along with Bob Blake. He started the Kingwood football program as a result.

He was instrumental in the founding of Good News Church with Dan Norris and Sherril Hilyer. In his final years, Jon immersed himself deeply in studying the Bible, pouring his insights and learnings into a book that reflected his profound spiritual journey. His passion for scripture extended to his cherished grandson, Will Davis, whom he loved dearly and mentored with great joy, sharing biblical interpretations that shaped young Will’s understanding of faith.

In lieu of flowers, Jon would like you to donate to a favorite charity, a Christian charity, or just take a family vacation and read the Bible together. He is missed by many and would tell you to read Matthew Chapter 5 and Romans Chapter 8.