Mr. William Kohlhepp, former president of Jenkintown Youth Activities (JYA), passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, October 6. He was 78.

Mr. Kohlhepp attended La Salle College High School in Wyndmoor before attending the Great Lakes Naval School and serving his country during the Vietnam War, his obituary said. Following his service, he returned to the Philadelphia area where he continued working as an electrical contractor in his family’s business, eventually taking over Kohlhepp Electrical for his father, who retired in 2024.

His obituary continues:

A source of pride, he ran Jenkintown Youth Activities for 30 years, having a positive impact on the children of the community he was devoted to and loved. As a coach and organizer, countless kids learned teamwork, sportsmanship, integrity, and most importantly, to have fun. When time allowed, he looked to travel anywhere and everywhere he could. He loved museums, parks, outdoors, nature, national parks, road trips, cruises, etc… crisscrossing the country on numerous occasions to explore. As his health waned, he filled his calendar with destinations and activities to share with his grandchildren in order to pass along his love for the world at large.

“We are grateful for the countless hours he has dedicated to our organization and the neighborhood kids,” JYA said in a post. “He will be remembered for his love of coaching and community. Condolences to his friends and family and may he rest in peace.”

Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate William’s life on Friday, October 24, 2025 at Saint Andrew’s Church, 81 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA 18940. Visitation will be held from 10:30 am to 11:30 am, followed by a memorial mass at 11:30 am. Interment will follow at Washington Crossing National Cemetery.

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