Service Information
Kristi L. Marquardt, age 65, of Fairfax passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025, surrounded by her family at her home in Fairfax.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, November 3, 2025, 11:00 A.M. at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church with interment in the church cemetery.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 3:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M. at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Fairfax and will continue one hour prior to the service on Monday, ALL at the church.
Obituary
Kristi Lynn Marquardt was born on April 15, 1960, in Fairfax, Minnesota. She was the daughter of John and Donna (Franta) Pfeffer. Kristi was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in her faith.
On July 10, 1977, Kristi was united in marriage to Brian Marquardt at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Fairfax. After their marriage, the couple resided in Fairfax. Kristi and Brian were blessed with four children, Shawn, Tara, Kelsey and Brittany. Kristi was employed at the Fairfax Agency in Fairfax. The couple shared 48 years of marriage.
Kristi was a member of St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Fairfax.
Kristi enjoyed gardening, golfing, fishing, bowling, gambling, and playing cards and board games. Most of all, Kristi loved her grandchildren. She cherished the time she spent with her family and friends.
Kristi passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at her home in Fairfax at the age of 65 years. Blessed be her memory.
Kristi is survived by her:
Husband, Brian Marquardt of Fairfax, MN;
Children, Shawn Marquardt of Salt Lake City, UT,
Tara Marquardt and Rich Toffolla of Henderson, NV,
Kelsey Vorwerk and her husband, Travis of Gibbon, MN, and
Brittany Jackson and her husband, Cody of Mankato, MN;
Grandchildren, Greta Marquardt, Aviana Toffolla, †Zevian Toffolla, Otis Marquardt, Gus Vorwerk, Evie Jackson, Cora Vorwerk, Drake Jackson, Chloe Vorwerk;
Siblings, Denise Beilke and her husband, Mark, Lora Waibel, JoDee Kiecker and her husband, Dallas, Kevin Pfeffer and his wife, Lisa, Mike Pfeffer and his wife, Julie, Mark Pfeffer and his wife, Jodi;
Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Kristi was preceded in death by her Parents, John and Donna Pfeffer; Grandson, Zevian Toffolla; Brother-in-law, Ron Waibel; Father-in-law, Myron Marquardt.
Patty says
Such a sweet gal. Sympathies to family,
Brian says
Thanks Patti
Jeff Linden & Lori Palmer says
Thoughts and prayers in your loss Brian. All the best to you and your family.
Brian says
Thanks you two,keep enjoying those rounds while we’re able to!
Patti Wojahn says
So sorry to hear of the loss of this fun, precious soul. My heart goes out to Brian & all the kids & grandkids she loved so dearly. You all lit up her life & am so glad for the joy you always brought her.
Brian says
Thankyou patti
Marcella (Marcy) Linder says
I am Praying for All Her Family as I Feel & Know that She Is Greatly Missed . May she Rest In Peace.
Wish I Could Be Their With You All.
Brian says
Thanks Auntie
Deb and Tom Forstner says
Brian and family, sincere sympathies to all of you, so sorry for the loss of your wife, Mom and Gramdma….
Brian says
Thank you both
Kirk Jensen says
Sorry to hear this sad news Brian, hope you & your family are staying strong………….. Kirk Jensen
Brian says
Thanks kirk
Deb Sjostrom says
We are so very sorry to hear this sad news. Hugs to your family.
Deb and Steve Sjostrom
Randy says
Our thoughts and prayers to the family and friend. She was so nice and so helpful.
Brian says
Thankyou
Brian says
Thanks Randy
Fred Kienlen says
So sorry to hear this news. She is in a better place and pain free.
Brian says
Thanks Fred,better place for sure
Dale and Dianne Burmeister says
Truly sorry to hear the news, Kristi was always so helpful at the Agency. Our sympathy to you and your family
Ruth Benedict says
Heartfelt sympathy to family and friends.
John Bengtson says
Dear Brian, Clarice and I are sorry for your loss and trust you find strength and solace in your faith in Christ. John Bengtson
Jean Campbell says
My sympathy to you, Brian and your family. May God wrap his arms around you for peace, strength and comfort. God bless her memory.
Rahn Hoseck says
Brian and family~ So sorry for your loss..Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.