Timothy C. Peiffer

Timothy C. Peiffer, 64, passed away on April 15, 2026 in the comfort of his home.

Tim was born on August 10, 1961 in Harrisburg, PA and was the son of the late Robert L. Peiffer, Sr. and Joanne (Peck) Peiffer. After graduating from Susquehanna Township High School, he attended Mansfield University. Following his graduation, he made his way to Bridgeport, CT, where he began his career in the Juvenile Detention Services for the State of Connecticut. Eventually, he would earn his Master's Degree at the University of New Haven and become Program Manager at a Connecticut Judicial Brand CSSD. Tim would later retire and take up residence in Hamden, CT.

Tim was always an avid sports enthusiast having participated in baseball, football and wrestling throughout his life. He was also a little league coach for a time in which he took great pride. He was a volunteer firefighter for a number of years in Ansonia, CT. After moving to Hamden, Tim joined the North Haven Congregational Church, UCC and was an active member for 30 years. He was a member of the choir and participated in the Men's Fellowship. He was part of Tres Dias and after leaving that organization he was instrumental in creating a new group, Footsteps In the Sand, for which he had a deep passion. Having participated in Boy Scouts as a child, he loved the outdoors and camping his entire life. Additionally, Tim had a passion for music being a singer and guitar player.

Tim is survived by his son, Joshua Peiffer, his sisters, Lee Ann (Dean) Huebner and Kimberly (Louis) Shumaker, his brother Neil (Tonya) Viering, and his sister-in-law, Agnes “Aggie” Peiffer. He was predeceased by his brother, Robert L. Peiffer, Jr. In addition, he leaves behind many cousins, nieces and nephews, including great-nieces and nephews, and friends from all walks of his life.

A celebration of Tim's life will take place on June 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the North Haven Congregational Church, UCC at 28 Church St., North Haven, CT. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tim's name may be made to The Nature Conservancy (www.nature.org) to honor Tim’s love of nature. To send condolences, please see obituary at www.beecherandbennett.com.