Brigitte Ursula Pfaff

September 15, 1943 - October 11, 2015

Sept. 15, 1943 — Oct. 11, 2015 Brigitte Ursula Pfaff of Monroe passed away peacefully on Sunday, Oct.11, at the age of 72 at the Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center. Brigitte was born on Sept. 15, 1943, in Mainz, Germany. Being raised among a family of nine siblings she was able to appreciate the small things in life. There she met and married the love of her life, Herbert Francis Pfaff, a member of the American Airborne Infantry on Sept. 14, 1963. Being a military wife she was able to experience all different types of cultures and life lessons, including the births of her two wonderful children. After she moved to the states Brigitte earned an associate’s degree in accounting, which led her to be able to work for a variety of prestigious companies. After Herb’s retirement, the family landed in Monroe where Brigitte co-founded the Burley Bike Trailer Company, which you probably see pulling all the young loved ones of our lives behind bikes all across Oregon today. Upon retirement Brigitte found many ways to occupy her time. She loved cooking, gardening, bird watching and fishing. She could often be found fishing for salmon on the Siuslaw River in the boat named "Ripple," often landing the biggest fish! She was also an active member of the Oregon Country Fair, earning the upmost respect and the title known as an "elder." She loved her weekly women's gatherings, spending time with her closest lady friends. Most importantly she loved spending time with her family. Whenever someone needed advice she was the one to come to. Her favorite saying was "smile always and the world will smile back." Brigitte is survived by her husband of 53 years, Herbert Pfaff; son Clifford Pfaff (Dawn Miller); daughter Sharon Pfaff Oglesby (Adam Grenz); brothers Gerhart and Tommy; sisters Christa and Hanna; and four lovely grandchildren, Bryce, Andre, Shyanne and Joselyn. A celebration of life in honor of Brigitte will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at the Campbell Center, 155 High St., Eugene. Please bring your favorite pictures and memories to share. Instead of flowers, make a donation in Brigitte's name to KRVM or the charity of your choice.