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Start: 2018-09-10T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-09-10T19:30:00.000Z
Location: James A. McAlister Funerals & Cremation

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December 18, 1927

DIED

September 7, 2018

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Charleston, South Carolina

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James A. McAlister Funerals & Cremation Obituary

Entered into eternal rest on Friday, September 7, 2018, John W. Pinto Sr, widower of Marie Patton Pinto . The relatives and friends of John W. Pinto, Sr. are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM Tuesday, September 11, 2018, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. The Rite of Committal will be at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday evening between 5:00 PM and 7:30 PM, with a 5:00 PM Rosary, at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy.

John was born on December 18th, 1927 on the second floor of the family home at 66 Anson Street in Charleston. John, or “Buddy” to his friends, “Uncle Buddy” to his nieces and nephews and “Poppa” to his many grandchildren, was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Marie Patton Pinto and their daughter Cynthia Anne Pinto. John graduated from Bishop England High School in Charleston and then entered the US Army during WWII, spending the last portion of his enlistment stationed in Occupied Japan. After military service, John worked for the Charleston Naval Shipyards for more than 30 years and, after retiring, worked an additional 15 years for Detyen’s Shipyards on the Wando River. John loved to tinker and “fix” things and has been sought out by friends and family for more than half a century to repair cars, houses, appliances and more.

John is survived by five of his children, Cathy Doughty (Donald), John W. Pinto, Jr. (Deborah), Andrew A. (Tony) Pinto (Linda), G. Joseph Pinto (Lynn), Robert M. Pinto (Anne) and by Andrew J Britz (Lynn) and Robert R Butler (Rena) as well as 19 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Memorial contributions may be made to either Blessed Sacrament Church Building Fund, 5 St. Teresa Dr. Charleston, SC 29407 or to a Charity of your choice.

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The first time I visited the Pinto's in Charleston, SC was in the spring of 1980. I was nervous. Up to then I had met Unle John as a young girl and had been intimidated by him; he was stern and strict and had a booming voice. Looking back on it, I guess he had to be strict, given that he managed a houseful of the orneriest boys East of the Mississippi! He was a good father to his children, thouhg, and everyone of them grew up to be fine, upstanding adults who love him dearly and respect...

Terri Sherron

September 11, 2018 | Raymore, MO | Family

PeeWee and I have many fond memories of your
father. Our prayers are with ya'll.
Love and condolences from
Marie O'Connor &
Sandra O'Connor Viano

September 10, 2018

To all of my Extended Pinto Family,
I hope that each one of you will find peace & comfort in the coming days, knowing that Poppa has gone to his final resting place. Though it was untimely, he lived 90 years and was a very loyal, independent, loving, caring, respected man & had a great sense of humor.
I am forever grateful for the awesome memories we made last summer on his last trip to the mountains. It's almost as if he knew, because he said numerous times that it would be his...

Linda Price

September 09, 2018 | Charleston, SC

Dear Joe ,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Let the great memories bring a smile to your face. Prayers for peace for you and your family.

Cathy Hyatt

September 09, 2018 | James Island, SC

My name was misspelled on my previous entry. It is Matt Schwartz.

Matt Schwartz

September 09, 2018 | Charleston, SC | Friend

Tony,
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mstt Schwartx

September 09, 2018 | Charleston, SC | Friend

What sad news to learn last night at church that Mr. Pinto had died. He and I sat on the same pew at the back of the church on Saturday nights for many years.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Carolyn Gorman

Carolyn Gorman

September 09, 2018 | Charleston, SC

I have so many good memories of Uncle John. He was dear to all of our hearts. We didn't get to see him often but when we did it was so enjoyable. He would tell us stories that would make us laugh until we cried. Several times he would come to stay with me while he visited family in KC. I will miss him so very much but have nothing but very good memories of our times spent together. Rest in Peace, dear Uncle John. You were loved by all your KC nieces and nephews.

Dolores Warren

September 08, 2018 | Grandview, MO | Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family now and in the days ahead. May you find some comfort in the wonderful memories you share. With deepest sympathy.

Jerry and Cornelia Burn

September 08, 2018 | Charleston, SC | Friend

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