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Lawrence Herman “Biff” Pfeiff
Mar 15, 1943 - Nov 03, 2025

Lawrence Herman Pfeiff, known to all as Biff, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on November 3, 2025.

 

Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 15, in the Wesley Covenant Chapel at the Church of the Resurrection, 13720 Roe Ave Leawood, KS.

 

Biff was born on March 15, 1943, in Lincoln, Nebraska to William and Dorothy (Chase) Pfeiff. Biff loved playing football, from his early youth through high school.  He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1961. He was later inducted into the LHS Athletic Hall of Fame.  He met his sweetheart, Cathy, on the LHS gym dance floor after a basketball game in the fall of 1960.  They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 26.

 

Biff continued his education at the University of Nebraska, where he was a true student-athlete, competing as a varsity gymnast while earning his degree in mechanical engineering.

 

Following college, Biff served his country as an Army ordnance officer, deploying to Pleiku, Vietnam. Upon returning home, he began a distinguished 31-year career with Procter & Gamble, culminating as Process Safety Engineer at the Kansas City, KS soap plant.

 

Known for his infectious smile, Biff was a devoted husband, a fantastic father, and a beloved grandfather—affectionately called “Pa” by his four grandchildren. He was admired for his integrity, humor, and knack for fixing just about anything that did not involve a computer. A lifelong sports fan, he especially loved cheering on his favorite football teams, the LHS Links, Nebraska Cornhuskers and Kansas City Chiefs.

 

Biff is survived by his loving wife, Cathy; his sons, Dan (Elizabeth) and Brian (Lisa); and his grandchildren, Andrew (Cara), Cate (Nigiel), Nick (Emily), and Justin (Maddie); brother Bill (Ruth), and sister Helen.

 

Biff’s legacy of hard work, kindness, and strength of character will live on in all who knew and loved him. A job well done, Biff!

 

We wish to thank all of the caregivers who assisted Biff throughout his illness, especially Jane Kandie, our family friend and personal caregiver.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorials to benefit Alzheimer’s research can be sent to:

KU Endowment 

P.O. Box 928

Lawrence, KS

66044-0928

 
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Additional Service:
Celebration of Life
Location:
Church of the Resurrection; Wesley Covenant Chapel
Address:
13720 Roe Ave
City:
Leawood
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66224
Date of Service:
Nov 15, 2025
Time of Service:
11:00 AM
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Condolences

Byron Chew Nov 08, 2025

Friend of Dan ,Gig Harbor ,Washington

Sending prayers of comfort to your family. I’m very sorry for the loss of your Dad/grandfather.

Peg Nov 09, 2025

Friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

What a loss, Cathy, to you and your family, but also to our city and our nation. I’ll never forget Biff’s contagious smile and uplifting attitude. You couldn’t leave even a casual conversation with him without smiling yourself. I’m so thankful that we met. “The Lord bless you and keep you; make His face to shine upon you, be gracious to you, the Lord turn His face upon you and give you peace.”

Ron&Linda Beltz Nov 09, 2025

Nephew ,Lincoln ,California

You were always the consumate gentleman. Thank you for that and for loving our Aunt Cathy and family. Happy Trails to you.. Ron & Linda Beltz

Brenda Franklin Nov 09, 2025

Friend ,Lincoln ,Nebraska

It was years ago that I met Biff & Cathy when they helped my husband, Les Franklin, plan one of their Lincoln High Reunions. Such great times they had reliving all those memories. I'm so sorry to learn of his passing. Prayers for stregth & comfort for you the next weeks as you walk thru the grief process. THere will be tears and laughter as a live well lived is remembered.

Robert Hermanson Nov 10, 2025

friend of his sister Helen Coe. ,Portland ,Oregon

My deepest sympathies to the family on the passing of a wonderful person. I didn’t know him, but I knew his sister Helen and we are very very close friends. May he rest in peace.

Vickie Jones Nov 10, 2025

Friend of Cathy ,Golden ,Colorado

Cathy- I’m so sorry to hear of Biff’s passing I’m sure you are devastated. My prayers are with you and your family! 💜🙏

Lowell Mitchell Nov 11, 2025

P&G colleague ,Riverside ,Missouri

Cathy and family——- I am sad to learn of the passing of Biff. He was a bright spot and source of good counsel and wisdom during our days at P&G. Oh, we dealt with a lot, but Biff and his smile and willingness to tackle difficult problems was a help to me many times. It was always fun to have Biff pull the article about his namesake out of his wallet and regale us with another Husker legend story. A great friend and colleague.

Lorrie Tietze Nov 12, 2025

Former Co-worker ,Albuquerque ,New Mexico

Cathy and family - our deepest condolences on Biff's passsing. He was a kind man and a pleasure to work with. He will be remembered fondly.