John Edward Pfaff

1933 - 2013

John Edward Pfaff obituary, 1933-2013, West Hartford, CT

BORN

1933

DIED

2013

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John Pfaff Obituary



John Edward Pfaff of West Hartford, loving husband of 50 years of Jane (Brandon) Pfaff, passed away on December 7, 2013. Born on October 5, 1933 and raised in San Diego, CA by his mother Agnes G. Pfaff, John graduated with a degree in Political Science and Economics from San Diego State University where he was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He enlisted in the Navy and was assigned to Washington, D.C. and the Flagship USS Des Moines stationed in the Mediterranean. John spent his business career in Casualty Insurance Field Office Management starting in San Diego and going on to Detroit, MI and the Home Offices of Travelers and Aetna, for whom he exclusively traveled the country at various levels handling immediate issues pertaining to the business of administration. He then spent 10 years as owner managing Travel Associates, Inc. in West Hartford Center. Over the years John was a member of the Economic Club of Detroit, the Old Guard, the 20th Century Club, Rotary Club of West Hartford, and West Hartford Taxpayers Association. A passionate golfer, John was thrilled playing California's Torrey Pines and Pebble Beach. He was an avid daily runner, loved being at oceans and beaches everywhere, reading, travel at every chance, art and live theater. Besides his beloved wife and partner, Jane, John is survived by his brother-in-law Christopher Brandon and wife Beverly of Canton, his nieces Candace (Brandon) and her husband Joseph Langlois of Canton, Kathryn (Brandon) and her husband Timothy Hall and children Addison Jane and Miles of Norfolk, and nephew Kenneth Brandon and his wife Jill (Moore) and their children Christopher, Gavin and Cole of Canton. He truly adored and was devoted to them all. John was cared for and supported by skilled and thoughtful staff and CNAs at Seabury Retirement Community. His family is especially grateful for each one's compassion and capable attention to him, and to Sarah Brown who cared for him personally for almost three years. They were friends. As John wished, there will be no calling hours and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, a contribution in John's memory may be made to a charity of the donor's choice or to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 North Michigan Avenue, Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601. Please designate donation is to go to research a cure for dementia. Taylor & Modeen Funeral Home, West Hartford has care of arrangements.



Published by Hartford Courant on Dec. 15, 2013.

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I just saw this obituary and I am 6 years late. John was my cousin. We had lost track of each other after his mother, Agnes passed away. I attended John's wedding to Jane with our Grandfather. Over the years, John visited Wisconsin to visit our grandfather. I don't even remember the last time I saw John. John was 20 years older than I, but always took the time to engage me in conversation and was such a gentleman. He truly made our grandfather very happy when he did visit.

John's mother was born and raised in Cudahy, Wi and eventually moved to San Diego. I used to love to go and visit with her and her sister, my Aunt Ann.

I am so sorry to find out that he has gone. Hope the good memories bring comfort.

Linda Luedtke

April 8, 2020

Jane - I just learned of John's passing. I am so sorry to hear the news. You were so devoted to John and I wish you peace and happier memories.

Beverly Williams

January 5, 2014

Jane: My thoughts and prayers are with you. John was a perfect neighbor. He always greeted me with a smile that helped brighten my day. May he rest in peace.

Joan O'Callaghan

December 22, 2013

Jane, My sympathy to you on the loss of your husband. You were such good neighbors during our time on Cherryfield Drive. Mary Keegan

mary keegan

December 20, 2013

RIP John Pfaff - a memorable co-worker
and a wonderful friend.

Bob Phillips

December 15, 2013

Dear Jane,

Thinking about you at this time of great loss and sending you our heartfelt sympathy.

Sincerely,
Pauline and Greg Clarke and family

Pauline Clarke

December 15, 2013

Jane,
John and I worked closely doing employee relations training across the country. He was highly principled and a delight to travel with. I was very sorry to hear of his passing.
Emmett McTeague

December 15, 2013

John was a delight to work with at Aetna. I enjoyed our shared times solving problems and making things happen. Jane.... you were terrific friends and an inspiration to all who knew you both.

Gloria Gery

Gloria Gery

December 15, 2013

Jane, Our very deepest sympathy to you. When I think of John, I remember the sparkle in his eyes for wonderful fun a great ideas. He was avaluable asset to the community and to the organizations with which he worked.
In sympathy,
Linda and Bill French

Linda French

December 14, 2013

Our heartfelt sympathies in this, your time of grief.

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