PFAFF: Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, at his residence, on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, Wallace “Wally” Carman Pfaff, of Exeter, formerly of Rodney and Crediton, passed over in peace at the age 93. Predeceased by the love of his life Dorothy M. (Donaldson) Pfaff (1990). Loved father and father-in-law of Nolan and Carolyn Pfaff of Goderich, Janice “Jan” Pfaff of Huron Park. Cherished grandpa of Kayla Pfaff, Jackson Pfaff, Mason Kilbourne, Bryson Pfaff and Lincoln Kilbourne. Treasured great-grandpa of Sage, Chloe, Bentley, Kayton and Dean. Dear brother-in-law of Fred Bowers of Crediton, Joyce MacDonald of Teeswater, Grace Burchill of London, Beverley and Bob Colvin of Teeswater, Murray Hunter of Ripley, Phyllis and Bob Ireland of Teeswater, Carolyn and Barry Ireland of Manitoba, Jim and Sandy Donaldson of Huntsville. Leaving behind many wonderful nieces and nephews along with their families. Predeceased by his parents, Henry Christian (1974) and Thalma (Witzel) Pfaff (1962), infant son David (1974), siblings and their spouses Harvey (1994) and Dorothy Pfaff (2023), Allen (1994)and Doris Pfaff (2010), Emery (1995) and Phyllis Pfaff (2017), William “Bill” Pfaff (2003), Robert “Bob” (1995) and Grace Pfaff (2002), Wilmer (2008) and Martha Pfaff (2003), Lorraine Bowers (2023), siblings-in-law John A MacDonald (2024), Mary (1996) and Garnet Allen (1988), Currie Burchill (2023), Helen Hunter (1995) and Donice Donaldson Duck (2019). Resting at the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood, with Visitation on Friday, August 8, 2025 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at the Zion United Church, Crediton on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. The Rev. Sheila Macgregor Officiant. Interment Crediton Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations (payable directly) to Zion United Church, Crediton or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Judy Johnson
With sympathy to Wally’s family and friends
I was so sorry to learn about Wally’s passing. What a wonderful human being.
I knew him from the time we were both young, we were cousins. Loved that laugh, hearing about what he was up to, and of course enjoying his preserves and baking.
He should have been in the Guiness Book of Records for how many pies could be baked in a single day!
Always remember him asking me one evening when I was a young teenager, ” What star are you going to hitch your wagon to?” I had to ask him what that meant — he was asking about what I wanted to do in life.
Wally was such a light in so many lives. Always with that welcoming smile, up for a chat on the phone or in person. Always that zest for life, caring about others.
He leaves us with so many wonderful memories of a long life well lived.
He was always my source for info on our shared family history – the Pfaffs and Finkbeiners.
And I am thinking about wagons hitched to stars.
Judy (FInkbeiner) Johnson & Barry Johnson
Gary Lukas
I just opened the last jar of strawberry jam I bought from Wally back in June or July. I am going to miss the conversations I had with that man every time I went to buy some of his truly wonderful canned good. Rest in peace Walter.
Gary Lukas and Sandra Schroeder
Mark Heimrich
Jan, Nolan & Carolyn, Fred and all Wally’s family & friends;
Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Wally. A true gentleman and avid kitchen king. We’ve enjoyed many of Wally’s canned goods over the years. I’ve had lots of great chats with Wally over the years! In recent years, they’ve often been at the Exeter Farmers Market where Wally proudly sold his tasty creations. I first got to know Wally & Dorothy when they purchased a car through me at Frayne Chev-Olds back in 1987. Then got to know him further through the Pfaff & Bowers connections.
You all remain in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Rest in peace Wally.
Mark & Julie Heimrich, Sarah, Scott & Spencer.
David Kilbourne
May your rest in peace Wally. Im honored to have known you and share the love for your grandchildren. I find comfort in knowing your in our fathers hand. love you wally
Cheryl and Bob Strohm
Our deepest condolences to the Pfaff family. Wally was an amazing man our Kirkton card buddy. The little treasurers he made for us will always be a reminder of his thoughtful, giving nature, R.I.P Wally, we will miss you, Cheryl and Bob Strohm
Richard Jennison
Well that was a life well lived. A gentleman and a friend to all. It was a privilege just to be in the same room as Wally , he’ll be missed.
Robin Marshall
So sorry to the Pfaff families on the loss of such a lovely man. He was always so kind, talented and I am sure will be missed by many
Kate Monk
Our condolences to Wally’s family. Wally was a special person and an important part of our community. He will be missed.
Norm and Barb Regier
Please accept our deepest condolences to the Pfaff family. It sounds like a life well lived!
Norm and Barb Regier
Jerry MacLean
Condolences to all who loved Wally,
He was a great man in the kitchen and really enjoyed baking and also the canning season. He came up with very tasty recipes!it was fun to visit with him and he used to come to my store on a regular basis and always we could pass 30-40 minutes just chatting!Im so glad we did that.
Your friend, Jerry MacLean
Gerry Cross
Sorry to hear of Wally’s passing. he certainly has been blessed with his longevity, caring family and friends. I have memories of his time as our Postmaster in Glencoe. He will be missed.
Diane Pepper
Condolences to Wally’s family & friends.
Praying for peace and comfort for all.
The great jam and pie maker will be missed.
We enjoyed his presence at our Dashwood Seniors.
Dashwood Good Companions
Diane & Alan Pepper, Thedford
Brenda and Kevin Regier
Sorry to hear of Wally’s passing . Had a great visit with him at the Gower reunion on July 1st. Deepest sympathies on your loss. Rest in peace Wally.
Bonnie Sitter
My condolences to all the family. Wally was a great neighbour and friend. He will be missed. We shared a lot of laughs!
Bonnie Sitter
Wade Nethercott
Dear Nolan, and Janice,
My parents, Bill, and Roxann, and my sisters, Ashlynn, and Jennifer would like to extend our deepest condolences to you. Wally was an amazing man, and a really thoughtful gentleman. He lived with my Grandmother, Babe Oliver when he was first posted to Rodney. Babe thought so highly of both Wally, and Dorothy. My Mom really enjoyed her visits with Wally, and he was very insightful with so many topics. Your father was a kind man. I’m sure he is now holding hands with Dorothy.
Sincerely,
Wade Nethercott
Barrie, ON
Wanda Reynolds
My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. I was just at his place a few weeks ago getting some Chili Sauce. We had a nice visit.
Wanda Reynolds
Sue Riley
Sending deepest condolences to the Pfaff families.
Marlene and Dave Mitton
Sending our condolences to Wally’s family he was a great man and will be deeply missed for sure. I appreciated all the work he put into making the Family Tree Book…. look people up all the time Hugs to all Marlene and Dave Mitton ….Jean Clarke
Dr.Reverend Kurtis Finkbeiner
Janice Nolan Caroline and family I’m so sorry for your loss of Wally been a great friend and helping at church occasions he be remembered
Dr Reverend Kurtis Finkbeiner
June E Morenz
Fred & Wally’s Family: So sorry to read of Wally’s passing. I always enjoyed his canned goods and desserts. He was a real expert in the kitchen. Often he would be taking tickets in Crediton when meals were being served. He always had a smile. The entire family has my deepest condolences and may Wally rest in peace.