Butch retired after 35 years as the maintenance supervisor of DSM Engineering plastics. He was known for his love of Westerns, which he called Cowboys. He loved old cars, car shows, working on cars and was a mechanic by hobby. Butch’s kindness, generosity and love for his family and friends will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him. His unwavering faith sustained him until he earned his wings.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter H. and Fronie Bell (Driskell) Pfingston, brother Walter "Sonny" Pfingston and grandson Steven "Bubby" Pfingston.
Butch is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Betty (Collins) Pfingston, and their 5 children Steve Pfingston (Phyllis), David Pfingston (Joy), Paul Pfingston (Charity), Martha Henderson (Kenny) and Richard "Rick" Pfingston Jr, Aunt Erma Pfingston, sister Margaret Asher, nieces and nephews, 14 grandchildren: Kimberly, Jennie, Nathan, Lindsey, Richard, Jordann, Zach, Brianna, Noah, Nick, Bryce, Danielle, Ben, Brea, and 19 great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, November 13, 2026 at Alexander East Chapel, 2115 Lincoln Avenue, Evansville, IN, with burial at Park Lawn Cemetery. Family and friends may visit on Thursday, November 12, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Condolences may be made at www.AlexanderEastChapel.com
