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Carl Pfeiffer Obituary

CARL ERIC PFEIFFER, 72, of Houston passed away on July 10, 2002, with his family at his side. He was born in Michigan on March 6, 1930 to the late Linda and Karl Pfeiffer. He is survived by his wife, Janet McHattie Pfeiffer; daughters: Martha Anderson and husband, Harry, of Howell, Michigan; Susan Tubb and husband, David, of Canadian, Texas; Janet Lucille Pfeiffer of Houston, Texas. Son, Carl "Mac" McHattie Pfeiffer and wife, Kim, of Austin, Texas. Grandchildren: Erik and Andrew "Andy" Anderson; Christie and Wyatt Tubb; Derek and Karl Pfeiffer. Brother Fred (Fritz) Pfeiffer and wife, Lois. Carl graduated from St. John's Military Academy, Delafield, Wisconsin, Class of 1948; and received a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University, Lansing, Michigan, 1952; he was later named an Honorary Alumni. He proudly served his country as a U.S. Army Second Lieutenant, Ordinance Officer in Germany and was a recruiter for the United States Military Academy at West Point. His first job out of college in 1953 was an expediter at Michigan Seamless Tube. He went on to become shift foreman, project engineer, plant manager, general manager and transferred to various companies within Quanex Corporation. Carl became Executive Vice President, President, Chairman and CEO. Under his leadership, Quanex was named a Fortune 500 company. After retirement in 1992, he continued to serve on the Board of Directors and was named Chairman Emeritus. Carl was active with the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo as an Honorary Lifetime Director, and during his tenure was a member of the Corporate Development, Scholarship and Calf Scramble Committees. He and his wife were founders of the Youth Scholarship Fund. He was a member of the River Oaks Breakfast Club; participated in Ducks Unlimited, Young Presidents' Organization, World Presidents' Organization, and I Have A Dream-Houston. In addition to being with his wife, children and grandchildren, fishing, goose hunting and woodworking also added great joy to his life. He was a Director of Manufacturers National Bank of Detroit and a Director of Texas Commerce Bank of Houston. A memorial service will be held at twelve o'clock on Saturday, July 13, 2002 at Geo. H. Lewis & Sons, 1010 Bering Drive, Houston. Honorary Pallbearers: John D. O'Connell, Wayne Rose, Joseph Peery, Charlie Carter, Mac Pfeiffer, Harry Anderson, David Tubb, Erik Anderson, Andy Anderson, Wyatt Tubb, Karl Pfeiffer and Derek Pfeiffer. The family expresses special appreciation to Doctors Jimenez, Komaki, Fossella, Glisson, Fischer and Muton, and all the wonderful nurses and staff of M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. A heartfelt thank you is extended to Doris Stelly and her family for their loving care during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Post Office Box 570127, Houston, Texas 77257.

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Published by Houston Chronicle from Jul. 12 to Jul. 13, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
for Carl Pfeiffer

16 Entries

Louella Steller

July 23, 2002

To the Pfeiffer family:

I met Mr. Pfeiffer through a charity I worked for. He helped sponsor me in a marathon I ran for the Arthritis Foundation. He was a very kind and generous man. I am sorry for your loss.

Louella Steller

Sue Meador Rodier

July 20, 2002

"Dear Jan and Family,

I want to express my deep sorrow on your loss of Carl. I know I said it in

person, and was so glad to be there.

You all have been very gracious to me, particularly during the 80's when I

lived in Houston while both Lucy's coworker and good friend.

Last Saturday felt like I was back there in time, again being welcomed as

part of the family and one that has grown, matured, and produced wonderful

offspring. Thank you for including me in dinner with the family, a wonderful

occasion to get to know Lois, David, and an adult Andy. The only thing

missing was the Chairman of the Board."

Love, Sue Meador Rodier

Carol Smiley-Vincenti

July 16, 2002

Dear Jan & Family,

I cannot put into words the sadness & sympathy that I would like to express to all of you over your great loss. Memories of our visits with Carl, you & Lucy in Houston bring back such wonderful memories of so much fun & laughter.

Our father thought of Carl as "A man's man"; one that was as competent working on the ranch as he was at being CEO of Quanex. I was impressed by his humbleness; he was so down to earth.

Please know that all of you are in my thought & prayers. May God comfort you in His own special way.

With sincere regrets,

Carol Smiley-Vincenti

Bobbi Henderson

July 15, 2002

To the Pfeiffer Family:

I would like to extend to you my deepest sympathy for your loss. Mr. Pfeiffer was certainly a wonderful person.

Vince Rounds

July 13, 2002

I feel as though I have lost a family member,for Carl&Jan Pfeiffer were truly a member of the Quanex/Gulf States Tube family. Carl was a unique CEO and leader of our company,in that his first concern in company matters was for his extended family...his employees.

Those who followed Carl,and those in power of many of America's largest firms today would do well to emulate him. We will miss you Carl,but you will live in our fondest memories.

Lou Watkins

July 12, 2002

Dear Jan and Family

My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you, and I want you to know as a friend, I'll miss him very much.

Kindest Regards

Lou Watkins

Linda Valek

July 12, 2002

To the Pfeiffer Family;

It is with great sadness that I send my deepest sympathy. Carl was a kind and caring man. It was through my sister, Ruth, that my family had the privilege of meeting Carl and spending some time with the Pfeiffer family. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tom Davis

July 12, 2002

To the Family of Carl Pheiffer,

I send my condolences for your loss. I have known Carl for many years thru the Steer Auction Committee. He will be missed by all of us who knew him. He always had a smile and a word of encouragement to all.

Sincerely,

Tom Davis

Chairman Steer Auction Committee

Cassie Julich

July 12, 2002

Lucy,

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. We're so very sorry for your loss.

Your Dad must have been a very special person to be loved so deeply.

Judith Johnston

July 12, 2002

Dear Martha, Lucy, Mac and Susan

and Jan:

When I describe Carl to my friends,

the words "a really good man" and

a "loving family man" are always

used. Carl's devotion to his

family and grandchildren and all

the vacations you took together was a testament of his love for you.

I enjoyed his sense of humor and

I will miss him. He raised four

children and he was proud of each

one of you. Not only will his

family miss him, but so will others

like myself. He was a good man.

My prayers for you all.

Judith Johnston

Bobby Sagebiel

July 12, 2002

To the family of Carl Pfeiffer:

I have known and worked with Carl through the Steer Auction Committee of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. I can only imagine the loss that you are feeling as Carl was a considerate and caring individual, and always offering a hand out. He went out of his way to welcome me when I was a rookie, and it did not take long to establish a lasting friendship.

I offer my sympathy and prayers to the family.

With kindest regards,

Bobby Sagebiel

Rita Ashby

July 12, 2002

Lucy, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. From what you've told me and by knowing you, what a wonderful man he must have been.

Rita

Pam Coston

July 12, 2002

Dear Pfeiffer family:

Please except my deepest sympathy for the passing of Mr. Pfeiffer. I worked for Quanex in the early 80's as their receptionist. Mr. Pfeiffer was always gracious to me. I have often wondered through the years how all were doing. In fact, Mr. Pfeiffer crossed my mind the other day. It's hard losing a loved one so dear. Sincerely-

Mary Woodson

July 12, 2002

Lucy, I am so sorry for your loss. If ever a man was so loved, it was your Dad. When your Dad first became ill, just listening to you speak of him let me know how deep your love for him is and will always be. Although he is physically gone, cherish the wonderful memories that will be with you always. For I know that he loved you dearly as well.

I have you and your family in my prayers. Love----Mary Woodson

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