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Gerald L. "Jerry" Pintar

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Gerald Pintar Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for Gerald L. "Jerry" Pintar
Start: 2016-01-16T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-01-16T22:00:00.000Z
Location: PIUS XI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

Pintar, Gerald L. "Jerry" Jerry found peace on December 31, 2015, at the age of 72 years. He is lovingly survived by his wife and best friend of 49 years, Dianne. Dear dad of Jeffrey, Michael, and Brian (Ann). Cherished grandfather of Grace, McCaffrey, Aspen, Aven, and Vale. Further survived by sister, Nancy Reese, and his late brother, Gregg, family members, and many dear friends. Jerry graduated from Pius XI High School, Milwaukee, in 1961, continued his education at UW-LaCrosse, and returned to Pius XI in January of 1966 to teach English for 42 years as well as coach football, track, and tennis. While at UW-LaCrosse, he was a two time major letter winner in Cross Country and in track. For 15 summers he supervised adults and children in an MPS tennis program. He had numerous sports related articles published in Athletic Journal and Pro Ked. In 1987 his tennis team at Pius finished 3rd at the State Meet (the highest finish in school history). He also coached long distance runners in track for 8 years. Among those whom he coached was his brother, Gregg, who became a state champion in the mile race. In 1961 Jerry was prom king. In the fall of 2009 he was honored as an inductee into the Pius XI Athletic Hall of Fame not only for coaching but also for his participation in sports as a student athlete at Pius XI. He loved teaching his classes in the English department at Pius as well as coaching. Students will remember his witty humor as well as his love for bringing the appreciation for literature to light. There is no doubt that he touched the lives of many. When things in Jerry's life didn't always go as planned, he said, "I need to Cowboy Up" which he often did while battling cancer. He will truly be missed for his friendly smile, his great sense of humor, and his compassion and love for his family and many friends. Special thanks to the staff at Froedtert Cancer Center for the loving care given to Jerry. The family will greet relatives and friends to celebrate Jerry's life on Saturday, January 16, from 1:00 PM, until time of Memorial Service at 4:00 PM at PIUS XI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL, 135 N. 76th Street, Milwaukee. (Please enter through Lobby off parking lot on south side of building) In lieu of flowers, memorials to PIUS XI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 6, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Pintar

29 Entries

January 27, 2016

I had the honor of working with Jerry at Pius for 12 years. There was never a time he did not care about kids. Any time we asked for help with a student, Jerry would say " No problem" we will take care of it. He always had a smile and a story.
To the Pintar family and the Pius family, May the Lord bless and keep you: May He show His face to your and have mercy on you: May He look upon you with kindness and grant you His peace.

William Gardner
York High School

jodi helmuth

January 23, 2016

So sorry to hear this news. He was such a nice man.

Todd Corcoran

January 16, 2016

All my love to the whole Pintar family..You will be dearly missed Jerry. .

Brian Dooley

January 14, 2016

I was lucky enough to have had the privilege of playing four years of tennis (1985-88) for Coach Pintar. Learned a lot about the game, but more importantly, he helped me mature and taught life lessons that still resonate with me to this day. After graduating from Pius, I had not seen him in almost 25 years until I was fortunate enough to run into Coach and Mrs. Pintar at McGinn's in August 2013. We shared a few laughs and a shuttle down to the Brewers game. I had the waitress take a photo of us which I have saved. I am glad I had an opportunity to see him one final time. My sincere sympathies and condolences to Dianne, his sons (former teammates) Jeff, Mike and Brian, as well as all of Coach's family and friends. Brian Dooley (Class of 1988)

Tess Schaepe

January 13, 2016

Jerry and Dianne were my Friday night customers at Mcginns. I looked forward to seeing them every week. Jerry was probably the sweetest man I've ever met. His voice and manner were so gentle and sincere. It was always a pleasure talking to him. He will be greatly missed.

Maria Cook

January 12, 2016

Rest in Peace "My Dear" Gerry Pintar, you also touched our hearts here in Colorado while visiting your brother Greg. We love you and your beautiful sons and vibrant family Dianne, and will forever cherish the many wonderful memories that we shared.

Maria Cook Family and Friends

John Young

January 8, 2016

RIP Coach

John Young 81

Mary Brucklacher Pretorius '72

January 7, 2016

I will always remember Mr. Pintar as a class act. Pius was lucky to have him as a teacher and coach. Godspeed.

Fr. Marv Knighton

January 7, 2016

Dear Diane, Jeffery, Michael, Brian & family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you upon hearing of the passing of Jerry. Jerry was always kind and gracious to me during my tenure at Pius and like others, I appreciated his humor and smile.

I know he has been struggling with cancer for a number of years and when I last saw him with coaches at a restaurant, he seemed to be dealing with his situation with grace.

It is our faith that summons us to believe that Jerry's "life is simply changed not ended." May that aspect of our faith strengthen you at this time. I hold you in prayer.

In the Risen Christ,
Fr. Marv Knighton

Barbara Campbell Weis

January 7, 2016

Please accept the sympathy of the Campbell girls, especially Barbara who was a classmate of Jerry's and very dear friend.

Mike Smoody

January 7, 2016

It seems only yesterday that Jerry & I were being challenged by McGarret to be our best on the track team. My family and I want to send our deepest sympathy for the loss of a very good man and dear friend while setting records @ Pius XI in the 60's. May he be with the Lord and hopefully praying for us to join him when out days are done here.

Linda Pederson

January 7, 2016

Aunt Dianne and cousins Jeff, Mike and Brian I am so sorry for your loss and mine as well, I will always remember only sitting on Uncle Jerry's lap as a child and a fond memory I have is how after tennis lessons at Washington Park Jerry would run to our house and ask me to make him a sandwich, one day he opened the trunk of his car and gave me a tennis racket for all my sandwiches I made him!! He will be missed.

Janat Davis

January 7, 2016

I remember Mr. Pintar passionate about literature. He introduced me to authors I probably never would have read on my own; I am ever grateful. Class of 1972.

Eternal rest grant onto him O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him.

Janat Davis

January 7, 2016

I remember him passionate about literature. He introduced me to authors I probably never would have read on my own; I am ever grateful. Class of 1972.

Eternal rest grant onto him O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him.

Brian Pintar

January 6, 2016

Brian Pintar

January 6, 2016

Neighborhood Kidd

January 6, 2016

Mr. Pin tar was a staple in the after school world as well! The guy was a BLAST! - Neighborhood kid in the mid-70's!

Dr. George Castro

January 6, 2016

Jerry Pintar was a tremendous influence in my life...lessons learned on the football field often transcended to life applications. God has a place for such people. Thank you Jerry for your guidance in my formative years.

Ned & Kate Neitzel '87

January 6, 2016

Prayers and love all around you, Pintar family.

January 6, 2016

Sad to hear of his passing. Mr Pintar was my homeroom teacher as well back in the early 90s. We reminisced about him at our reunion last year. Good times!

Eric Kulwicki

Dyan Wachsmuth

January 6, 2016

Auntie Dianne I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Jerry was one of a kind who gave the best hugs. His genuine joy could be felt just being around him. What a blessing he was and he will be greatly missed!

January 6, 2016

Always thought of Mr. Pintar as one of the best I had in high school for teachers. Had an easy going soft side I respected. He will be greatly missed in the Pius circles.

Steve Morrison "77"

January 6, 2016

Very sad to hear of Jerry's passing - such a nice guy, full of fun, and with so much love for his family. Will always remember times we hung out together back in the boys' wrestling days.

Aleksandra Hebron

January 6, 2016

Mr. Pintar was my TAC teacher as well as one of my English teachers at Pius. His smile was electric and the way he connected with his students will never be forgotten. You will be missed Mr. Pintar.

Sonja Pederson

January 6, 2016

There are no words that can be expressed of our sorrow & sadness at this time. Jerry was such a major part of our lives & our children's lives for so many years. He brought such happiness & joy that nobody will ever be able to replace it. He had such courage through his illness, which showed the quality of life he possessed. Jerry you will be so missed, but God will embrace you as will our love forever.
Love you, Gary & Sonja

Scott Tilleson

January 6, 2016

I am saddened to learn of Jerry's passing and remain inspired by the strength, dignity and optimism he showed during his illness.

Randy Welniak

January 6, 2016

Jerry was my first teacher at Pius. He taught a summer study program I attended before I started Freshman year-1966! His English classes were fun, especially as his stories about college life were often intermingled. He could be a buddy, big brother, coach and teacher. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He will be fondly remembered.-Randy Welniak '70

Jeff Zalar

January 6, 2016

While noted for his coaching and joie de vivre, Uncle Jerry was also impressively literate. Grounded in a passion for narrative and a penchant for the play of language, this literacy was a constant joy to me and the stuff of our special bond. He was a man of reliable insight and humanistic sensitivity whose memory may best be tended through the sustaining activity of his lifetime: the reading and discussion of good books. May the Good Lord embrace and keep you! Requiescat in pace et in amore. Dr. Jeff Zalar

Mark and Colleen Ryan

January 6, 2016

" GREAT " Teacher and Mentor I was a member of the class of 1974 Coach Pintar was my first and only TAC Teacher at Pius XI He truly cared about the students and their success Mark Ryan Milwaukee County Clerk , Emeritus

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