From Fredericksburg Funeral Home:
Gerald (Jerry) Pfeiffer of Fair Oaks Ranch went to be with the Lord on August 18, 2020. He passed peacefully, surrounded with love of family. Gerald was born in New Braunfels, Texas to Dorothy Moore Pfeiffer and J.P. Pfeiffer, Jr. He grew up and was educated in Austin. His childhood was like something out of Happy Days or Ozzie & Harriet, A truly blessed time. Dorothy and J.P. raised Gerald and his sister Sherryl to know the Lord early and to follow Him in believer's baptism.
In 1958, Gerald joined the Air Force and served as a firefighter for six years. He was employed for 32 years by the Texas Highway Department in the Laboratory and Motor Vehicle Divisions, working for them in Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Upon retirement, he joined the business he and his wife Pat had begun years earlier, San Antonio Transcription Service, Inc. Though the demands of that business prevented them from getting away much, they were glad when they could travel to their Rockport home and go fishing. After Pat's death, Gerald continued the business for a couple of years.
But then he began thinking about turning over a new leaf and doing more of what he really wanted to do in life. His dad's career had been in the automobile business in Austin. Gerald inherited that love of cars and he enjoyed spending time around them. His knowledge of cars was amazing, and he always knew the latest developments and trends.
Gerald also loved the "cowboy life." Though never a full-fledged rancher, he was drawn to anything Western. He had a few horses and cows which won Blue Ribbons in the Kendall County Fair. Gerald owned many stunning saddles and countless cowboy hats, boots and belts. He loved all things Western. But now, in George Strait's words, "Here is where the cowboy rides away."
Gerald's parents predeceased him as did Patricia Hill, his wife of 49 years who passed away in 2017. He is survived by three children: Chris (Kelly) Pfeiffer of Colorado; Jason (Gaby) Pfeiffer of San Antonio; and Lisa (Paul) Stuart of Boerne. He is also survived by three granddaughters and one grandson. Also surviving is his beloved sister, Sherryl (Robert) Davis of Fredericksburg; one very special cousin, Joe (Pat) Garland of Rockport, and numerous friends. Of special note are long-time friends Tom Roddy of San Antonio and Charles Smith of Dallas. In fact, Tommy & Gerald had been best friends since the second grade, and they shared numerous fun and exciting adventures through the many decades of their friendship. Tommy was "closer than a brother" to Gerald.
Tommy and his wife Jo will miss him, as will we all.
We'll all miss the long conversations with Gerald. We'll miss his character: extreme honesty, loyalty, dependability... his word was gold. But most of all, we'll miss his love for us. He was our rock and our unfailing supporter.
Go rest now, dear one. Your work here on earth is done. Join your loved ones in Heaven, and greet us when we join you again someday. You will be a worthy angel, serving your Lord with happiness and joy....Until we see you again....
The family wishes to thank the medical community of Fredericksburg, especially HCM Hospice, for the loving care Gerald received.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in his memory to Hill Country Memorial Hospital or Hill Country Memorial Hospice.
Gerald (Jerry) Pfeiffer of Fair Oaks Ranch went to be with the Lord on August 18, 2020. He passed peacefully, surrounded with love of family. Gerald was born in New Braunfels, Texas to Dorothy Moore Pfeiffer and J.P. Pfeiffer, Jr. He grew up and was educated in Austin. His childhood was like something out of Happy Days or Ozzie & Harriet, A truly blessed time. Dorothy and J.P. raised Gerald and his sister Sherryl to know the Lord early and to follow Him in believer's baptism.
In 1958, Gerald joined the Air Force and served as a firefighter for six years. He was employed for 32 years by the Texas Highway Department in the Laboratory and Motor Vehicle Divisions, working for them in Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Upon retirement, he joined the business he and his wife Pat had begun years earlier, San Antonio Transcription Service, Inc. Though the demands of that business prevented them from getting away much, they were glad when they could travel to their Rockport home and go fishing. After Pat's death, Gerald continued the business for a couple of years.
But then he began thinking about turning over a new leaf and doing more of what he really wanted to do in life. His dad's career had been in the automobile business in Austin. Gerald inherited that love of cars and he enjoyed spending time around them. His knowledge of cars was amazing, and he always knew the latest developments and trends.
Gerald also loved the "cowboy life." Though never a full-fledged rancher, he was drawn to anything Western. He had a few horses and cows which won Blue Ribbons in the Kendall County Fair. Gerald owned many stunning saddles and countless cowboy hats, boots and belts. He loved all things Western. But now, in George Strait's words, "Here is where the cowboy rides away."
Gerald's parents predeceased him as did Patricia Hill, his wife of 49 years who passed away in 2017. He is survived by three children: Chris (Kelly) Pfeiffer of Colorado; Jason (Gaby) Pfeiffer of San Antonio; and Lisa (Paul) Stuart of Boerne. He is also survived by three granddaughters and one grandson. Also surviving is his beloved sister, Sherryl (Robert) Davis of Fredericksburg; one very special cousin, Joe (Pat) Garland of Rockport, and numerous friends. Of special note are long-time friends Tom Roddy of San Antonio and Charles Smith of Dallas. In fact, Tommy & Gerald had been best friends since the second grade, and they shared numerous fun and exciting adventures through the many decades of their friendship. Tommy was "closer than a brother" to Gerald.
Tommy and his wife Jo will miss him, as will we all.
We'll all miss the long conversations with Gerald. We'll miss his character: extreme honesty, loyalty, dependability... his word was gold. But most of all, we'll miss his love for us. He was our rock and our unfailing supporter.
Go rest now, dear one. Your work here on earth is done. Join your loved ones in Heaven, and greet us when we join you again someday. You will be a worthy angel, serving your Lord with happiness and joy....Until we see you again....
The family wishes to thank the medical community of Fredericksburg, especially HCM Hospice, for the loving care Gerald received.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in his memory to Hill Country Memorial Hospital or Hill Country Memorial Hospice.
From Fredericksburg Funeral Home:
Gerald (Jerry) Pfeiffer of Fair Oaks Ranch went to be with the Lord on August 18, 2020. He passed peacefully, surrounded with love of family. Gerald was born in New Braunfels, Texas to Dorothy Moore Pfeiffer and J.P. Pfeiffer, Jr. He grew up and was educated in Austin. His childhood was like something out of Happy Days or Ozzie & Harriet, A truly blessed time. Dorothy and J.P. raised Gerald and his sister Sherryl to know the Lord early and to follow Him in believer's baptism.
In 1958, Gerald joined the Air Force and served as a firefighter for six years. He was employed for 32 years by the Texas Highway Department in the Laboratory and Motor Vehicle Divisions, working for them in Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Upon retirement, he joined the business he and his wife Pat had begun years earlier, San Antonio Transcription Service, Inc. Though the demands of that business prevented them from getting away much, they were glad when they could travel to their Rockport home and go fishing. After Pat's death, Gerald continued the business for a couple of years.
But then he began thinking about turning over a new leaf and doing more of what he really wanted to do in life. His dad's career had been in the automobile business in Austin. Gerald inherited that love of cars and he enjoyed spending time around them. His knowledge of cars was amazing, and he always knew the latest developments and trends.
Gerald also loved the "cowboy life." Though never a full-fledged rancher, he was drawn to anything Western. He had a few horses and cows which won Blue Ribbons in the Kendall County Fair. Gerald owned many stunning saddles and countless cowboy hats, boots and belts. He loved all things Western. But now, in George Strait's words, "Here is where the cowboy rides away."
Gerald's parents predeceased him as did Patricia Hill, his wife of 49 years who passed away in 2017. He is survived by three children: Chris (Kelly) Pfeiffer of Colorado; Jason (Gaby) Pfeiffer of San Antonio; and Lisa (Paul) Stuart of Boerne. He is also survived by three granddaughters and one grandson. Also surviving is his beloved sister, Sherryl (Robert) Davis of Fredericksburg; one very special cousin, Joe (Pat) Garland of Rockport, and numerous friends. Of special note are long-time friends Tom Roddy of San Antonio and Charles Smith of Dallas. In fact, Tommy & Gerald had been best friends since the second grade, and they shared numerous fun and exciting adventures through the many decades of their friendship. Tommy was "closer than a brother" to Gerald.
Tommy and his wife Jo will miss him, as will we all.
We'll all miss the long conversations with Gerald. We'll miss his character: extreme honesty, loyalty, dependability... his word was gold. But most of all, we'll miss his love for us. He was our rock and our unfailing supporter.
Go rest now, dear one. Your work here on earth is done. Join your loved ones in Heaven, and greet us when we join you again someday. You will be a worthy angel, serving your Lord with happiness and joy....Until we see you again....
The family wishes to thank the medical community of Fredericksburg, especially HCM Hospice, for the loving care Gerald received.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in his memory to Hill Country Memorial Hospital or Hill Country Memorial Hospice.
Gerald (Jerry) Pfeiffer of Fair Oaks Ranch went to be with the Lord on August 18, 2020. He passed peacefully, surrounded with love of family. Gerald was born in New Braunfels, Texas to Dorothy Moore Pfeiffer and J.P. Pfeiffer, Jr. He grew up and was educated in Austin. His childhood was like something out of Happy Days or Ozzie & Harriet, A truly blessed time. Dorothy and J.P. raised Gerald and his sister Sherryl to know the Lord early and to follow Him in believer's baptism.
In 1958, Gerald joined the Air Force and served as a firefighter for six years. He was employed for 32 years by the Texas Highway Department in the Laboratory and Motor Vehicle Divisions, working for them in Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Upon retirement, he joined the business he and his wife Pat had begun years earlier, San Antonio Transcription Service, Inc. Though the demands of that business prevented them from getting away much, they were glad when they could travel to their Rockport home and go fishing. After Pat's death, Gerald continued the business for a couple of years.
But then he began thinking about turning over a new leaf and doing more of what he really wanted to do in life. His dad's career had been in the automobile business in Austin. Gerald inherited that love of cars and he enjoyed spending time around them. His knowledge of cars was amazing, and he always knew the latest developments and trends.
Gerald also loved the "cowboy life." Though never a full-fledged rancher, he was drawn to anything Western. He had a few horses and cows which won Blue Ribbons in the Kendall County Fair. Gerald owned many stunning saddles and countless cowboy hats, boots and belts. He loved all things Western. But now, in George Strait's words, "Here is where the cowboy rides away."
Gerald's parents predeceased him as did Patricia Hill, his wife of 49 years who passed away in 2017. He is survived by three children: Chris (Kelly) Pfeiffer of Colorado; Jason (Gaby) Pfeiffer of San Antonio; and Lisa (Paul) Stuart of Boerne. He is also survived by three granddaughters and one grandson. Also surviving is his beloved sister, Sherryl (Robert) Davis of Fredericksburg; one very special cousin, Joe (Pat) Garland of Rockport, and numerous friends. Of special note are long-time friends Tom Roddy of San Antonio and Charles Smith of Dallas. In fact, Tommy & Gerald had been best friends since the second grade, and they shared numerous fun and exciting adventures through the many decades of their friendship. Tommy was "closer than a brother" to Gerald.
Tommy and his wife Jo will miss him, as will we all.
We'll all miss the long conversations with Gerald. We'll miss his character: extreme honesty, loyalty, dependability... his word was gold. But most of all, we'll miss his love for us. He was our rock and our unfailing supporter.
Go rest now, dear one. Your work here on earth is done. Join your loved ones in Heaven, and greet us when we join you again someday. You will be a worthy angel, serving your Lord with happiness and joy....Until we see you again....
The family wishes to thank the medical community of Fredericksburg, especially HCM Hospice, for the loving care Gerald received.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in his memory to Hill Country Memorial Hospital or Hill Country Memorial Hospice.
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