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John Gerald Pfenninger Jr.
Date Of Birth:February 22, 1948
Date Of Death:August 13, 2012
Service Date:August 16, 2012

John Gerald Pfenninger Jr., age 64 of Bloomington passed away Monday August 13, 2012 at his residence. He was born February 22, 1948 in New Castle, Indiana to John and Marcelle Price Pfenninger. John received both his undergraduate and MBA from Indiana University, was a member of the social fraternity Delta Tau Delta, and spent time in his younger years in the Peace Corps. He owned and operated his own residential construction company, Pfenninger Construction in Bloomington, and when not working thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing and traveling.
John leaves behind his son Jacob Pfenninger of Lubbock, Texas; his mother Marcelle Pfenninger of Bloomington; sister Anne Pfeninger of Lafayette, Indiana; sister Jeanne Childs and her husband Bob of New Castle, and sister Margaret Pfenninger and her husband Maurice Salmon of Strasbourg, France. Additional survivors include nephew Ryan Scott and his wife Tiffany of New Castle; niece Morgane Salmon of Strasbourg, France; great niece Lilly Scott of New Castle; step nephew Todd Childs; step niece Jenna Neal, as well as aunts, uncles and several cousins.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday August 16, 2012 at 11:00AM at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church 2224 East Third Street, Bloomington.  Visitation for John will also be held at the church from 10:00AM until the time of the service on Thursday. A burial sevice for John's cremated remains will be held at a later date in New Castle. Allen Funeral Home 4155 South Old Highway 37 is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions mwy be made in John's name to Habitat for Humanity and online condolences may be sent to the family at www.allenfuneralhome.org.
  • From: Edra Mallory
    Location:Indianapolis, IN

    I am sorry for your loss. John was a unique person and certainly knew how to make a person feel cared for.

  • From: Kelly & Ethel Branigin
    Location:Bloomington

    We are so sorry to hear about John. You and your family are in our prayers. If there is anything at all you need let us know.

  • From: Terri Simms
    Location:Lafayette, IN

    Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much all of you are cared about. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  • From: Tom & Judy Shorter
    Location:West Lafayette, IN 47906

    Marcelle, Anne and Family, We are so sorry about the loss of John! Forever cherish the fond memories. May you find peace and comfort knowing the great love that God has for us. He carries us through these difficult times. Our prayers and heart are with you, Tom and Judy

  • From: Marcelle M.  DeSoto
    Location:Baton Rouge, LA

    I am so sorry to hear abt. Johnny. He was so smart and funny and kind. I know you will all miss him terribly but he is at peace. Much Love, Marcelle M.

  • From: Jill Tucker
    Location:Brookston, Indiana

    Craig and I are so sorry for your loss. Share the good memories, love each other, and know that prayers are being sent your direction. Love you, Anne.

  • From: Meg Matthews-Hurt
    Location:Myrtle Beach, SC

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have fond memories of John and his fun energetic smile and attitude. Wish I could be there to share memories.

  • From: Rob and Nancy McMillan
    Location:Indianapolis, IN

    We knew John for many years and had a lot of fun with him hunting in the fields behind the dogs. We are sorry for your loss. Ski free! (Delta Tau Delta phrase)

  • From: Paul  Bender
    Location:Bloomington

    I am so sorry for your loss. I knew John from IU undergraduate years and I could say I never met a man with a better grasp of business finance. I always looked forward to visiting with John. My deepest sympathy.

  • From: Rick and Michelle Robertson
    Location:Plainfield, In

    Some of my fondest memories were times spent with John and Rob McMillan in Nebraska hunting. Our prayers to John's family. Will miss you, buddy!

  • From: Dick Moulton
    Location:Maitland, FL

    I haven't seen John since our high school days, but I have many fond memories of our times together. My deepest condolences to the family on your loss. May God provide comfort in your time of sorrow.

  • From: Audrey Zaldumbide
    Location:Burbank, California

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.

  • From: Sharon White

    I am so saddened to learn of John's passing. He was a great friend for many years. May the peace of Christ be with you.

  • From: Mary Martinez and Teresa Larson 
    Location:Lafayette, IN

    We are so sorry for your loss. Keep fond memories in your heart and we will keep all of you in our prayers.

  • From: Sheila Pugh
    Location:Bloomington, Indiana

    I knew “JP” when we were younger, his heart was so sweet his thoughts genuine. Remember John’s laughter, remember John’s hands always reaching to help someone, remember how JP would remove his glasses to show you his blue eyes when he really wanted you to listen and believe what he was sharing with you. John loved his family very much and to his family, I wish I could take the hurt from you, remember your happy times with John. “JP” and I had many discussions about the Bible…so this is for you “Blue Eyes”… John 14: 1-4 “Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. “In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also. “And where I go you know, and the way you know.”

  • From: Sharon White
    Location:Greenwood, IN

    I am saddened by your loss and pray for the Lord's peace in the days ahead. John and I have been special friends for many years and he will be truly missed.

  • From: Gretchen  Oestreich Cozzolino
    Location:Zionsville IN 46077

    Just happened across your very sad news. My thoughts are with all of your family. With love, your long-time former neighbor and friend.

  • From: John Gilligan
    Location:Cary, North Carolina 27513

    We are deeply saddened to hear of John's passing, especially since we just saw his mother Marcelle at our Mothers funeral in Bloomington. Our condolences and sympathies to the entire Pfenniger family.

  • From: Jay Price
    Location:Beaumont, TX

    I have many fond memories of Johnny when we were growing up - my only male cousin close to my age. He will be missed and fondly remembered.

  • From: michael carter
    Location:Bloomington, in

    Over the years I would encounter John, (who went to school with my brother John.) He always had a smile and time to chat, and ask about our family. Old St. Charles connections. Sincere sympathy from the Carter family.

  • From: Vicki Wathen
    Location:Bedford, IN

    I am so sorry for your loss and will keep all of you in my prayers.

  • From: Beth Hardwick
    Location:Chevy Chase, MD

    This is difficult and I am so sad to learn that John has left. God bless you all, dear Pfenninger family. I miss you.