Joseph Mathias Pfeiffer

1940 ∼ 2013

Joe Pfeiffer, 72, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully Monday, July 29, 2013, at his residence. Born in Kenosha October 25, 1940, he was the son of the late Mathias and Catherine (Harig) Pfeiffer. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, Joe attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and graduated from St. Joseph High School. On October 21, 1963, he entered the United States Army. Joe was a Marksman, serving in the military police until his release from active duty on October 20, 1965. He worked for Schoor Concrete, Yutka Fence and retired from Kenosha Unified Schools as a Custodian after 15 years. Joe was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the Train Club. He loved fishing, hunting, NASCAR races and was an avid Chicago Cub and Green Bay Packer Fan. He is survived by his companion and friend of 35 years, Ellen Dumke of Kenosha; two close friends, Jeff and Craig Hartnell of Kenosha; as well as many, many other friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Kathleen Pfeiffer. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 1st, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 7307-40th Avenue, at 11:00 a.m. Interment with full military honors will follow at St. James Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Joe's Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Bill Mayew August 1, 2013
Joe Pfeiffer, nicest person I've ever known. Truly now Heaven's asset.
Carl and Marilyn (Kinlein) Sevey July 31, 2013
We send our sincere sympathy to Craig, Jeff and Ellen. Carl met Joe many years ago at a local pub. Later Carl went to NASCAR races at Joliet with Joe, Craig, Jeff and our sons, Mark and John. Marilyn went to a NASCAR Race at Joliet with the guys once. Ellen, you may remember "us" from many years ago, after high school. You and your sister, Pat, were fun to be with. Joe was such a good guy who enjoyed doing many things. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Daryl Hackbarth July 31, 2013
Our deepest condolences to Joe's partner, family and friends on the sudden passing of Joe. Joe was my grade school and High school classmate; he was a gentle soul who was loved by all! We will miss you at our reunions! Eternal rest in God's arms with love from all!
John Sevey July 30, 2013
I looked forward to going to the NASCAR races each year with you and the Hartnells. All of us "kids" will greatly miss you.
Christine Damask July 30, 2013
So sorry to hear about Joe's sudden passing. Joe and his sister, Kathleen, were neighbors to our family since 1968 and the world was a much better place because of them.
Ozzie & Joyce Sorensen July 30, 2013
Dear Ellen,We're thinking of you at this time and wishing you comfort and peace. Extending our sincere sympathy. Joe was such a quiet, yet funny gentle giant. We loved his dry sense of humor.