Allen Adair Pifer

Allen Adair Pifer, 80, of Traverse City, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2015, at home, surrounded by his loving family.

Allen was born on January 6, 1935, in Ogden Township Michigan, to the late Carl and Evelyn (Bordner) Pifer. Honorably, Allen served our country in the United States Marine Corp. Following his time in the service, he went on to college and earned his bachelor's degree with a major in Business and a minor in History.

He entered into marriage with the late Marjorie Speers on September 1, 1956, in New Lothrop.
Allen was a member of the Masons and at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Traverse City. He was a Sunday school teacher for over 35 years. Proudly, he traveled all over our area to educate children on history, in particular The Revolutionary War, The Civil War, and Metis.
In his spare time, he enjoyed farming, bird watching and gardening. Going on mushroom and turkey hunts also brought great joy to Allen. Most importantly, Allen was a family man. He especially cherished his time with his children and grandchildren. All those who knew Allen will miss his knowledge of history, unique sense of humor and his jokes.

Surviving Allen are his children, Tonja (Timothy) Carlson, Todd (Joyce) Pifer, son-in-law Nathan Stevens, daughter-in-law, Judy Pifer; 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a brother Edwin (Beverly) Pifer, and many other loving family and friends.
Allen is preceded in death by his wife; Marjorie, children; Takis Pifer and Tamara Pifer, and his parents.

Visitation for Allen will take place from 4-7 p.m. on Monday, March 9, 2015, at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place on Tuesday, March 10, at 11 a.m. at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church with a visitation from 10-11 a.m.. The Rev. Paul Busekist will officiate. Graveside committal services will be held at Oakwood Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be directed a charity of one's choice.