Bonnie Pfaff
September 7, 1906 ~ September 7, 2009
Resided in:
Maryville, TN
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Bonnie S. Pfaff, formerly of Malvern Hills, Asheville, died Monday, September 7, 2009, at St. Mary's Residential Hospice, Knoxville, TN, at the age of 103.
Mrs. Pfaff was born in Yancey County and was a daughter of the late Creed Fulton Silver and Lillie Gardner Silver. She was married to Asheville attorney, Walter S. Pfaff, who died in 1950, and was also preceded in death by her brothers and sisters, Worth Silver, Bright Puckett, Fulton Silver, Lon Silver, Harold Silver, Lucy Silver, Louise Williams and Corbitt Silver.
Mrs. Pfaff was a member of the Asheville Christian Missionary Alliance Church, past president of the "Whatsoever Club" and member of the Malvern Hills Community Club. She worked as a practical nurse in private duty and for local hospitals.
She is survived by one son, Howard R. Pfaff and his wife, Adrienne, of Canton; one granddaughter, Natalie Diberardinis, step-grandson, Glenn Reed, step-granddaughter, Donna King, step-great-granddaughter Heather Shultz, step-great-grandson, Zachary Hartman, and step-great-great-granddaughter Stephanie Shultz; and two sisters, Maude King and Marie Reese.
Graveside services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday at Green Hills Cemetery with the Rev. Jeffrey Hober officiating.
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My Great-Aunt Bonnie was a very good person. I will miss seeing her when I go to TN. This leaves my Grandma (Marie Reese) who is going to be 89 this year and her sister (Maude King) out of 11 kids. I hope that I have their longevity gene.
A loving sister who is now in her heavenly home.
Our prayers are with you both at this time of need.
Bonnie was my fathers 1st cousin though the Gardner’s, that would make her my 2nd cousin, however she seemed more like an aunt as she was always close by. We lived just a few blocks away.
After Walter passed away Howard stayed with us after school until Bonnie got off from work, we were all like one large family. My brother Tommy was just a few weeks older or younger than Howard I don’t remember which.
Bonnie was a precious person whose love for the Lord was known to all. I shall cherish her memory always.
Howard I pray for the peace of God on you and all the family.
What a blessing for Ms. Pfaff to finally be with her Lord, but what a tremendous loss for you, your family and all her friends and acquaintances. We know that you are surrounded by people who love and care for you – we hope that you can feel their support now and in the days and weeks ahead.
Your friends,
Sam and Sally Siler
Howard, the angels are rejoicing in Heaven because a loving Mother has come home! I remember you telling us that your mom was such a good, caring mom. Treasure your memories. Our love and prayers are with Adrienne,you and the family.
Miss Bonnie was a room mate to my mother when they both were in the Asheville Manor. They shared many ‘miserable hours’ keeping each other company as elderly people do not enjoy the restrictions of assisted living no matter how neccessary. Mother had her newspaper and Miss Bonnie had the telephone and they shared both graciously. It is a comfort to my wife and I to know that Miss Bonnie has gone to her well deserved reward to meet with fellow travelers. She prayed to go for several years. Peace to all her family who will miss her as we will also. Our condolances to the family.
It was a great joy to know Bonnie and Worship with her for many years at the Alliance CHurch in Asheville. She was a great woman of God. May HIs presence fill you with Love and Grace.
Michael Randall
What a long life lived! Your mother must have been remarkable to raise a son on her own.
Our best to you and Adrienne,
Jean and Bill
Howard, I’m sorry that you have lost your Mother. I knew her for about as long as I’ve known anyone and she was a great lady. My Mother passed away yesterday, so she and your Mom are renewing their friendship and doing a lot of catching up now.
Howard:
Mother called to let me know about your Mom. May God comfort you and your loved ones at this time of loss. Reflecting back over the years to the CMA church growing up, your mom was so involved with the ministry there.. Those years were really precious, looking back thinking about all the kids, that are now grown and spread throughout the land. One day we shall all meet again, in that great ressurection day,, May God bestow His love, and goodness to you and your family.
Dear Howard and Adrienne,
We are so sorry for your loss. I am sure she took great comfort in having you close by to love and care for her. Only an awesome woman could have lived so long.
God bless you and your sweet family especially in this time of need.
Howard,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My mom liked her very much, as they both worshiped at the Christian Missionary Alliance for many years. May God help you and your family during this difficult time. Hope to see you soon at one of our reunion dinners.
Charlie
Dear Family,
I remember Miss Bonnie since I was a little girl at the Christian Missionary Alliance. She was a true lady and saint. I always enjoyed seeing her all ‘dressed up’ for services and admired her faithfulness and commitment. I also know her sister, Mrs. King, as she attended the church my mother grew up in. What a family, what a legacy. May God comfort you in your loss with the knowledge of what a wonderful reunion it will be one day!
Dear family,
Bonnie was a dear lady. Spunky and a most intelligent woman. i was an employee of Alterra Sterling House from 2000 to 2005. It was my pleasure to be in her company. She was up on everything. She had lots of friends at Sterling house. I was proud to be one of them. I thinkI I have a few pictures of her from those times. If I can find them I will post for you. One week we had a western theme and she had a cowboy hat on which she very much enjoyed. One night I heard loud noises coming from her room and I ran to her room and upon entering I found she was singing to the top of her voice and had ear phones on and I left her room with a smile on my face. I will never forget her and she was a joy.
Rita messer