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Robert Pfister Obituary

Pfister, Robert Raymond

Robert Raymond Pfister passed away at his home, The Stratford, in Phoenix AZ, on March 18th, 2016, at the age of 80. He lived most of his life in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, with his wife Jeanne Pfister, where he was a High School Biology teacher for 35 years. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying ice fishing, hunting, hiking, fishing, and cross country skiing throughout his professional life and into retirement with his family and friends. He was a skilled woodworker, crafting everything from fine furniture, to a tree house, sandboxes, birdhouses, and his cottage "The Pickerel Pfister" with his skilled friends. It was near his cottage in August 2011, while enjoying the outdoors, where he had an accident while riding his bike that left him with a traumatic brain injury that he could never fully recover from. He was a strong, humble and loving father and grandfather. He is preceded in death by his wife, Jeanne Pfister, who went to the Lord on May 4th, 2015. He is survived by his children Eric Pfister and Lisa Barker, their families and his grandchildren, who reside in Phoenix, Arizona, and also his siblings Charlie Pfister, Mary Hicks, and Arlene Ristow, residing in Wisconsin, Maryland, and California. A Memorial Service will be held at 6pm, Friday, May 20th, at Holy Cross Church, 309 Desnoyer St, Kaukauna, WI 54130. Please make Memorial Donations in Bob's name to the 1000 Island's Environmental Center 1000 Beaulieu Court, Kaukauna WI 54130.

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Published by Appleton Post-Crescent on Mar. 31, 2016.

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Mrs Marcia (Lauer ) Lynch

April 9, 2016

I just learned of Mr Pfister's passing from Rita. I am so sorry for your loss! I have thought of him often over the years since I was blessed to have him as my Biology teacher. He was always one of my favorite teachers! May he (and Jeanne) rest in peace. Will keep them in prayer, and you,too. God bless and keep you! (Numbers 6:24-26).

Mary Gerlach

April 3, 2016

I taught in the room next to your mom's and knew your dad as a highly respected high school teacher. Both of your parents were always so proud of you kids and in their professions they were dedicated to providing the best possible education to the kids in Kaukauna. They were gems. I'm sorry you have lost them both now. May happy memories give you comfort.

Sue Hasz

April 3, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I have such fond memories of working with your mom and dad. What skilled, caring, wonderful people they were. I was blessed to have the opportunity to get to know them.

Donna Milis

April 3, 2016

The world lost a real gentleman. Rest in peace, Bob

Claire Opsteen

April 3, 2016

Thanks for being a great teacher Mr. Pfister. You will be missed. God Bless.

mary ann fiebelkorn

April 3, 2016

I had Bob as a teacher in high school. He was the nicest man and a wonderful biology teacher. My sympathies to all of you Mary Ann Nolan fiebelkorn

Todd and Jeanne Gilson

March 31, 2016

Rest in Peace Bob.

Kathy

March 31, 2016

Even though I didn't know Mr. Pfister or his family I would like to extend my sympathy on his passing. It sounds like he led a very full life with many interests and a loving family. May you cherish the difference he made in your lives as well as those he helped in his long teaching career. Keep the good memories close in your hearts--he will continue to guide you from his new home .

Wendi Werner-Jedwabn

March 31, 2016

Eric & Lisa,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. He was a great teacher!

Ron VanderVelden

March 31, 2016

Rest in peace, Bob. Thanks for the friendship and memories.

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