James J. Pfizenmayer

James J. Pfizenmayer (1942 -2024) .  Born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Norman and Carmelita Pfizenmayer – the second of four sons. James was a veteran US Marine. His first duty station sent him to Olathe, KS where he met and married his former wife, Barbara Pfizenmayer (mother of his four children). After 24 years of Marine life, he then enjoyed successful employment in various organizations including Civil Service… until the call of the Outer Banks became irresistible. He relished all that the Outer Banks has to offer… great fishing, crabbing, but mostly the opportunity of meeting so many great folks from all walks of life (many of whom he referred to as dear friends).   Jim was predeceased by his second wife, Louise Hambarian Fensome Pfizenmayer, (d/2007).

Jim is survived by his third wife of 16 years, Roberta DeHaven Pfizenmayer, his four children, James Pfizenmayer, Jr., Stacey Pfizenmayer Bostic (Denver), Kathy Pfizenmayer Plessinger (Ed), and Kenneth Pfizenmayer (Stacia). Jim is also survived by and enjoyed a loving relationship with his step-children: Bruce Fensom, Janine Fensome Gutierrez, and Mary DeHaven Bohling (James). Jim was predeceased by his stepson, Daniel DeHaven, (d/2017).  Other survivors include his brothers, Norman Pfizenmayer Jr. (Priscilla), Richard “Dick” Pfizenmayer (Laura), and Charles Pfizenmayer and his former wife, Cynthia Pfizenmayer.  Left to cherish his memory are wonderfully, blended grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a large extended family.

Jim, a member of Kitty Hawk UMC, served as Southern Shores Boat Commodore, a Southern Shores Town Counselman, and a crewmember of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 1607. He volunteered delivering Meals on Wheels for over 20 years and volunteered at the Roanoke Maritime Museum until he was no longer able to serve.  Jim enjoyed a good, cold beer at 5 o’clock and a nightly bowl of ice cream. He was a homebody and loved to tell long, humorous stories (many of which were embellished from time to time!).  He loved to just ‘putter around’ as he called it. His ‘puttering’ led to designing his own home, building furniture, restoring automobiles and several wooden boats.

Jim enjoyed warm fellowship and community support that helped him remain in good spirits and in a positive frame of mind. The Albemarle Home Health and Hospice (MSA) nurses (Heather and Melonie) and many friends supported his health needs in a loving manner. Many thanks to all.   As requested, James’ cremated remains will be buried at sea and no services are planned.  Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. has been entrusted with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be expressed via the online registry at www.gaIlopfuneraIservices.com.