James Henry Pfister Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James Henry Pfister of San Diego, California, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James left this world on October 1, 2024 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Henry Pfister to show support.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint James leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, William Pfister and Alice Pfister; his siblings, Bill and Alice (Sissy); his wife Joan Louise Ballard; and his children, Jim, Tom, Janet, Laura, Katie and Karyn.

In lieu of flowers the family would encourage you to donate instead to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation in Jim Pfister's name https://secure.qgiv.com.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
East County Mortuary & Cremation Service

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October 9, 2024

Dawn Johnston wrote a sympathy message

“We will always remember your smile, laugh and love for life. If anyone could have fun it was you, a kid in a big man’s body! Always think of Jim at the church pool parties with his Big squirt guns. Love him and will miss him dearly. Dawn & Steven Johnston”

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