Norman M. Pfeiffer Sr.

Norman M. Pfeiffer Sr. of West Branch, Michigan died Saturday, March 27, 2010 at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw. Norman was born August 6, 1942 to the late Leonard and Gertrude (Tiedeman) Pfeiffer in Lincoln Park, Michigan. The family moved to West Branch in 1946 where they purchased a farm in Edwards Township, in 1957 they sold the farm and built and operated Pfeiffer's Tavern, later to be known as Hi-Skore Lanes until 1969. Norman was a 1960 graduate of West Branch High School. He was employed with Coca Cola Bottling Company as a route salesman for many years. Later he worked with his brother in the Pfeiffer Construction Company. Norm served in the U. S. Army from 1964 thru 1966 as a radio/teletype operator. On July 29, 1967 he married Joyce Ritter at St Joseph Catholic Church in West Branch. He is survived by three sons: Norman Jr. (Sheila) of West Branch, Kirt of West Branch and Erik of Houghton Lake; three grandsons: Dustin, Camaron and Colton; one brother Harvey (Moynell) of Bay City and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, Harold. Norm was a long-time member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles of West Branch and held several offices. He enjoyed watching sports of all kinds, wood-working, gardening and just being outside. Prior to his medical problems, he loved camping, fishing and he was an avid bowler. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 17, 2010 at Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home in West Branch. Visitation will begin at 10:00 A.M. until the time of service at 11:00 A.M. Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice Care or a charity of the donor's choice.