Obituary: Richard F. Pfeiffer Jr., 66, Of Northford

NORTHFORD, CT — (From North Haven Funeral Home): Richard F. Pfeiffer Jr., 66, of Northford, passed away peacefully with his loved ones by his side on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Yale New Haven Hospital. He was the beloved husband of 41 years to Karyn Trombley Pfeiffer.

Rick was born in New Haven on July 13, 1956, and was the son of the late Richard F. Pfeiffer Sr. and Loretta Quinn Pfeiffer. Beloved father of Fallon Perrelli (Giovanni) and Richard F. Pfeiffer III (June Ouellette). Loving grandfather of Giovanni Perrelli Jr. and Giulianna Perrelli. Also survived by his companion Barbara Fitzgerald. Brother of Donna Pfeiffer and the late Paul Pfeiffer.

He worked as a regional sales manager for Arrow Electronics and later was the owner and operator of Aquarium Concepts in Branford for many years.

Rick was a member of the Indian Neck Yacht Club and the Branford Elks. He was an avid Yankee, Uconn, and Jets fan. He had an extreme passion for everything he did. He enjoyed boating, fishing, speaking at AA meetings, playing cards, and trips to Block Island which was like his second home.

But above all, his greatest joys were playing and spending time with his grandchildren who he loved unconditionally. Rick will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.

The visiting hours will be on Thursday, March 16 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at St. Barnabas Church on Friday morning, March 17 at 10 a.m. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.

For more information and to leave online condolences, visit North Haven Funeral Home here.