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BORN
1933
DIED
2020
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Guenther Pfingsten Obituary
Guenther E. Pfingsten passed away October 24 at his home in Houston, following a brief illness. A Texas resident since 1955, Guenther was born September 3, 1933 in Bremen, Germany. Everyone who knew Guenther experienced his pride in his German heritage, as he was always eager to share his native culture with friends and family via traditional food and music. After serving in the United States Navy, Guenther earned U.S. citizenship and forged a successful 40-year career in the international cotton trade. Guenther also was widely known as a founding member of the Houston Saengerbund Soccer Club. He was an honorary 50-year member of the Houston Saengerbund, and an active member of the Houston Liederkranz. At home, Guenther could usually be found enjoying his back yard. To call his thumb “green” would be an understatement—loved ones will miss his gardening talent, and the happy folk tunes he whistled as he worked. Guenther is survived by the grateful family he always put first: his wife Irene; daughter Anja Borski (husband Brian); two sons, Bernd Scheffler (wife Victoria) and Rolf Scheffler (wife Katie); six grandchildren: Tyler, Roman, Adelaide, Sam, Hailey, and Nora; and sister Erika Schirm (husband Bruce). Guenther will be buried with military honors at the Houston National Cemetery. A gathering celebrating his remarkable life will be announced for a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Houston Liederkranz
Memories and Condolences
for Guenther Pfingsten
8 Entries
Ursula Frohms
November 10, 2020
wir sind sehr erschrocken über die Nachricht ,wir sehen uns noch in Celle in der Wiesenstrae im Garten sitzen.
ich hatte früher immer sein Essbesteck das ich immer benutzte und war sehr stolz darauf .Günther wird immer in unserer Erinnerung eine Rolle spielen genau wie auch Irene
Ursula und Peter Frohms
sowie Grit und Axel und Carsten und Sigrid
Anja Pfingsten
November 8, 2020
For ages Guenther showed us that love to the family, discipline and having a good time belong to the most important things in life. For ages he managed to visite his family in Germany once a year and then he allways gave us the best time full of joy and laughter. That is how we will remenber him and keep him in our hearts. With sincere sympathy, Ruth and Manfred, Anja and Bo, Svenja and Dirk
Kirk, Emily, Claire & Andy Heineman
November 4, 2020
We have had the privilege of living next door to Guenther & Irene for many years and we feel this loss tremendously. He was a wonderful man, always smiling and full of joy. We called him “Wilson” when we would talk to him thru the fence! Our prayers continue to be with your family and we miss Guenther so very much. Love to you all,
The Heinemans
Guenther and Daughter, Anja, in Germany, 1990.
Anja
November 4, 2020
Thank you, Daddy, for teaching me so much about family, life, hard work and the world. I miss you.
Kay and Clay Liedecke
November 4, 2020
We knew Guenther a short time but really enjoyed being around him. We were in water aerobics class at L A Fitness. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. May he rest in peace. God bless you all. Kay and Clay
Tim Schirm
November 2, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rose Wagner
November 1, 2020
My very deepest condolences. Guenther was such a good friend for so many, many years. My late husband, Karl Wagner, played soccer with Guenther on the Saengerbund soccer team for so many many years - his friendship was so special & he will be missed by many. God’s Blessings.
Rose Wagner
October 29, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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