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Ronald F. Pfeiffer Sr.

1942 - 2024

Ronald F. Pfeiffer Sr. obituary, 1942-2024, Saint Louis, MO

BORN

1942

DIED

2024

Ronald Pfeiffer Obituary

Pfeiffer Sr., Ronald F.

Ronald F. Pfeiffer Sr., age 82, of St. Louis Missouri, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2024.

"The Chief" was born on July 7, 1942, and raised in Richmond Heights. He spent his entire career at the Richmond Heights Police Department, serving with bravery, integrity, and humor for 43 years. He advanced through the ranks and was promoted to Chief in 1992. He retired in 2007.

Chief Pfeiffer is survived by: his three children, Ronald F. Pfeiffer, Jr; Melissa (Andy Foerstel) Pfeiffer; and Jason Pfeiffer; his grandchildren Mickey, Jacob, and Ella; and his sisters Maureen Miller and Kathy Copenhaver. His many cousins, nieces and nephews always had a special place in his heart.

A gathering for friends and family to visit and to honor Chief Pfeiffer will be held at Ambruster Chapel in Clayton on Sunday, November 3rd from 4pm - 8pm with eulogy at 6pm. Refreshments will be served.

Mass will be held at Church of the Little Flower in Richmond Heights at 10am Monday, November 4th with interment following at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery at 12:30pm.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Oct. 27, 2024.

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Patricia C Boggeman

November 1, 2024

Melissa we are so sorry for your loss. He was a great guy and I am sure everyone will miss him terribly. I am sorry but our health prevents us from being there for you guys, but I hope you know all of our prayers and thoughts are with you. There is nothing I can say to help you with the pain, but know you are loved by many who care.

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Memorial Gathering

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Ambruster Chapel

Clayton, MO

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Ambruster Chapel

Clayton, MO

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Church of the Little Flower

Richmond Heights, MO

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