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FRANCIS PFEIFFER Obituary

PFEIFFER FRANCIS X. "FRANNY" Passed away peacefully January 11, 2025, at the age of 85. Beloved husband of 59 years to Cathleen (nee Hynes). Devoted father of Joseph (Janice), Eileen Cannistraci (Salvatore), Karen Angelucci (Marc) and Matthew (Kim). Loving Pop Pop of nine and GG Pop of one. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday, January 17, 2025, 9:30 A.M. Our Lady of Calvary Church, 11024 Knights Rd., Philadelphia, followed by A Mass of Chritian Burial 11:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Penn State Thon www.donate.thon.org, acknowledgement may be emailed to the family or Fr. Judge Alumni Association, 3301 Solly Ave., Phila., PA 19136 www.friendsoffatherjudge.com/crusader-campaign.html. BURNS FUNERAL HOME

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Jan. 15, 2025.

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Tommy Masters

January 17, 2025

Tommy Masters

January 17, 2025

When I had the honor of joining the Nelis family, I found Uncle Frank to be a welcoming, kind, and humorous regular at family events. I always sought out a seat next to him. He would warmly greet me with a huge smile and we spent many events together laughing and talking about gardening, trees, and life. I truly cherish the brief moments I was able to spend with him. I will miss him dearly. I know his light will continue to shine through all those whose paths crossed with his. He was one of the kindest people I have ever known, my heart goes out to you all.

Janice Lynch

January 16, 2025

Dear Pfeiffer Family, I am so sorry for your loss. He was always friendly & happy whenever we met. My prayers are with you. Janice Lynch

Michael Feighan

January 15, 2025

We were so sorry to hear about Fran. Thinking of you all, Michael & Jill Feighan

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Our Lady of Calvary Church

11024 Knights Road, Philadelphia, PA

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Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

Our Lady of Calvary Church

11024 Knights Road, Philadelphia, PA

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