Eric Pufahl

Eric Pufahl, 64, Topeka, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at his home. Eric was born on November 25, 1954, the son of Garold and Anna Evers Pufahl. Eric had five children, Shannon Pufahl (Shay), Valerie Pufahl, Brad Griffith (Tana), Lindsey Jackson (Jason), Blake Kutzke and Megan. His favorite part of the family were his grandchildren. Eric was “Papa” to Jordan Jackson, Jayden Jackson, Wesley Griffith and Grover Kutzke. They loved him and he was crazy about them. The number one spot went to his wife, Gina Parry-Pufahl. Eric is also survived by his siblings Jerry, Linda and Darrell. He was preceded in death by his parents; numerous aunts and uncles; nephew Jared Pufahl; and brother-in-law John Grame. Eric lived most of his life on the family farmstead and spent his younger years taking care of the farm animals. He was a graduate of Shawnee Heights High School. He also helped his uncle farm during the summer months while he was in school. Eric joined the family business, Pufahl Excavating, with his dad and they worked together many years until 1979, when his parents retired. He purchased the business and ran it until he had to retire in 2016 due to his health. Eric enjoyed his work and the hundreds of customers he worked for. He knew most of the builders in town and was lucky enough to be able to pick which builders he wanted to work for. Eric loved coaching fast pitch softball with his girls and his first love was playing baseball. Eric played baseball from age 5 until he was 18 and from age 41 to 48 in the over 30 baseball league. Eric and Gina enjoyed traveling and most of the time they traveled with his in-laws, Col. Dennis (ret) and Pam Parry. He also enjoyed gardening. One thing we know for sure is the world is a better place because he was in it. Eric fought multiple myeloma valiantly for three years. Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Sunday, February 24, 2019, at Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 SW Urish Road, Topeka KS 66614, with visitation one hour prior. Private inurnment will occur at a later date in Mission Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Helping Hands Humane Society, because of his love of dogs, or the American Cancer Society, sent in care of the funeral home.

Eric Pufahl

November 25, 1954 - February 20, 2019