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Richard "Rick" Vito Pinto
1967 - 2018
Richard "Rick" Vito Pinto
1967 - 2018
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BORN
1967
DIED
2018
Richard "Rick" Pinto Obituary
He was born in Somerville, New Jersey on September 30, 1967. Rick received a BA in Education from University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 1991. During his time at UNCC, he met his wife Tonya and they married June 3, 1995. He was the owner of Korben Homes and built many custom homes in the Mint Hill and surrounding areas. His most recent employer was Southern Staircase, providing quality staircases for custom homes. He was a member of Carmel Baptist Church, Charlotte Aeromodelers, Matthews Softball Association, Charlotte Adult Baseball League, Kappa Sigma Fraternity, Independence Booster Club, Member of Windrow Swim Club, and F3. He had a passion for music, teaching, parenting, coaching many of his daughter's teams, flying RC planes, running, and building custom homes. His greatest passion of all was his family. He loved his wife and daughters very much. All he did was for them.
Rick was predeased by his mother Elizabeth Ciosek Pinto and is survived by his wife, Tonya Quick Pinto; three daughters, Sophia Pinto, Gabrielle Pinto, and Alina Pinto; His Father Vito Pinto of Bound Brook, New Jersey; and sister Lori Juzwiak (Tom) of Cranbury, New Jersey. He is also survived by many cousins.
A funeral service will be held at 1:30pm on Friday, January 19, 2018 at Carmel Baptist Church, 1145 Pineville-Matthews Road, Matthews, NC 28105.
A committal service will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens in Mint Hill, NC.
Memorials may be made to American Heart Association.
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Anthony Williams
September 13, 2020
I am just learning of Rick’s passing and want to share my condolences to his beautiful family. I found the his and Tonya’s Wedding pamphlet and recently and decided to look my friend up again. Rick was my Big Brother in Kappa Sigma. We lost touch over the years but I think of him fondly. His kindness and joy for life are what I remember most about Rick. I can only imagine how fabulous a father he was and the happiness it brought him. Peace and love.
Anthony
John Bowling
January 16, 2019
Tonya and daughters,
The four of you remain in our prayers. Rick was a great guy, a good friend and will always be missed.
John and LaDona Bowling
Scott Gantt
January 13, 2019
Tonya, Pamela and I think of you and your girls often and continue to pray for you. We miss Rick very much.
Scott &Pamela Gantt
Bell Family
May 24, 2018
The Bell's offer their condolences. Richard built our house and was always a good man. To his family belongs our deepest sympathy.
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David Kiss
February 15, 2018
I just heard about Rick's passing and am in shock. I met Rick in our dorm at UNCC as he lived next door to me. My condolences to his entire family as Rick was a good man.
Dee Dee Petronis
January 26, 2018
Dear Tonya and girls - we are so sorry to hear about Rick's passing. He was a wonderful coach, a great role model and a kind friend. Caroline's years on the Cobras are some of our best softball memories. You are all in our prayers.
Dee Dee, Ken, Caroline and Daniel Petronis
Anne Butler
January 26, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. My husband and I are building a house and I worked with Rick on the stair design. He was a very friendly and helpful man. May God comfort you in the days ahead and know that my prayers are with you and your family.
Anne Butler
Judy Mayo
January 22, 2018
Pinto Family,
I met Rick just 2 weeks ago when he helped us with our stair design. He made such a great impression on us - a genuinely kind, friendly and happy man. My deepest condolences go out to you.
christopher mahoney
January 20, 2018
I am so very sorry for your family, Rick and i shared a condo at UNCC from 1988 thru 1989, i love him, he was an amazing friend!!
Baker Family
January 19, 2018
Tonya and girls, we are so saddened at the loss of your beloved Rick. Sara and Hannah are especially heartbroken for their "Mr. Rick" who served his Lord so well through teaching them in discipleship community. Rick is a disciple of Jesus, and because of that, I can give my girls comfort that they will will see and hug him again. We are holding fast for comfort for you and your girls. We're so grateful for your family's service to our church. We love you and are praying for you.
Mike Josten
January 19, 2018
I played softball with Rick back in the early 90's in Charlotte and knew him to be a great friend and team mate. My thoughts and prayers are with his Family at this time.
Jennifer Peppler
January 19, 2018
So incredibly sorry to hear about Rick's passing. We will be keeping you and your family close in our prayers in the days and weeks ahead.
January 19, 2018
I was so very sorry to learn of Rick's passing. I have watched him for years grow as a husband and father. There is nothing he loved more than his girls. I will miss his visits to New Jersey. The family will never be the same
Tom Juzwiak NJ
January 19, 2018
Tonya, I'm so very sorry to hear of Ricks passing. We will continue to pray for you and your beautiful girls. May God comfort you all during this difficult time and may you feel the love that surrounds you all.
With love in Christ,
Frank & Teresa Statile
Matthew, Emily, Katie & Frankie
Tara Cruse
January 19, 2018
I was so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. He was always such a great person and so awesome to deal with thru work. We here at Mills Eloge will be sending prayers for the family for strength and healing.
Derek Williams
January 18, 2018
Rick will certainly be missed!! I have known you all since our girls were at Bain. I am so sad for y'all and everyone that knew him. Such a kind and gentle man. I consider myself blessed to have known Rick! We ARE praying for you, the girls and the family.
Norm Adams
January 18, 2018
Tonya, I am so very sorry for your loss. He will be missed by so many. You and the girls will be in my prayers.
Missy Stiokas
January 18, 2018
Tonya,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have been praying for you and your girls and will continue to pray for peace, comfort, and healing in the days to come. Love you.
Angela Liner
January 18, 2018
Our prayers are with your family. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Angela, James, Lauren and Matthew Liner
Joseph Hanel
January 18, 2018
Tonya and family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Bob Hull
January 17, 2018
Tonya:
I am so sorry to learn of this. Rick was one of the finest men I've ever known. Spoke with him just a couple of weeks ago. God bless you and your family.
Deanna Brown
January 17, 2018
Our prayers and deepest sympathy go out to Tanya and Rick's family. May God grant you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Deanna Brown and Family
(Carmel Christian School)
Mark Isaacs
January 17, 2018
We will miss you Rick. You were a wonderful husband, father and Fraternity Brother. You were always there to cheer us on, help us out and you were a... gentleman and a man of honor and courage... You were truly worthy to wear the Star and Crescent. Love you and miss you. AEKDB Brother!
Sherry Scalf
January 17, 2018
Dear Tonya and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. I remember him at get togethers at April and Chauncey's. He was always so friendly and kind. My heart aches for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Mackenzie
January 17, 2018
My sincerest condolences to Rick's family. I have many fond memories of Ricky in high school...band, English classes, ... He was a great guy and a gentleman.
BBHS Class of 85
Bobby Williams
January 17, 2018
I will miss you.
Tom Riehman
January 17, 2018
As a 50-yr friend to Rick's dad, I am incredibly saddened to hear of his passing. Rick and sister Lori always called me 'Mr. Riehman', which shows the respect both had for their parents. God bless Tonya and the children, you were blessed with a great husband and dad.
Christine (Troskosky) Gadaleta
January 17, 2018
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Rick. He was a great person and friend from our days in high school. May God bless you and your family.
Rich Dalessandro
January 17, 2018
Dear Pinto Family- Rick was our Neighbor in BB, GREAT KID AND FAMILY.The Dalessandro Family is sorry to hear about your loss. Please know, Vito and family , we are very sorry and will always remember your whole family. Rich Dalessandro
January 17, 2018
May God bless you and your family.
Bernie Coleman
January 17, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Janice Mumpower
January 17, 2018
Tonya and girls. I am so sorry to learn of Rick's passing. I am praying that God will grant you peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rick was such a warm, loving and smiling face to the 2nd graders on Sunday morning. We will all miss him.
andrew miller
January 17, 2018
I am so sorry for your lost, Rick was a good friend I enjoyed talking to him about the builders we ran across in our inner circle. I also enjoyed dealing with him through Korben Homes he was always respectable to me as a dealer.We had fun together when we went on our trip through Stock building supply back in the day.Our family's thoughts and prayers our with you.
Andrew and Claudette Miller (charlotte)
Mr and Mrs McCracken McCracken
January 17, 2018
To the family of Rick Pinto So sad to hear about the passing of a great guy to know May God give you comport at this time We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers It was a honor to know him
January 17, 2018
Dear Tonya and the entire Pinto Family,
We, the entire membership of Charlotte Aeromodelers, are deeply sadden by the sudden loss of Rick. He was a great friend who will be missed. We offer our prayers to you and your entire family and trust our Heavenly Father will bring you peace during this difficult time.
John Davis,
On behalf of Charlotte Aeromodelers.
David and Sharon Susco
January 16, 2018
Dear Pinto Family,
Our condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I am deeply saddened with Ricks passing. I knew Rick as a funny, trusted, reliable, dependable and solid friend as well as my Kappa Sigma Brother. I, like his many friends, family, and brothers will cherish the privilege of having known Rick.
Tamara, Grayson and Madison Hager
January 16, 2018
So sorry for your lost. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Eugenia Allen
January 16, 2018
I am very sorry to hear of Rick's passing. He was a dedicated employee who served our dealership well, and a fine man.
Eugenia Allen, Dealer
Volvo Cars Charlotte
Wes Connell
January 16, 2018
I had the honor of knowing Mike and actually giving him his F3 name (Gremlin). He was a great guy and will be sorely missed by the men of F3. Prayers for the family and friends.
John & LaDona Bowling
January 16, 2018
Tonya and girls,
LaDona and I were deeply saddened to hear of Rick's sudden passing. Rick and I were friends for many years. He often spoke of the four of you in loving terms that only a wonderful father can do.
Brian, Anne, Kaitlyn, & Kristen Lackey
January 16, 2018
Tonya and girls,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Rick. He was always so kind and pleasant. He was an awesome soccer coach who coached with love and encouragement. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michele and Stephanie Dotson
January 16, 2018
Our deepest sympathies on Mr. Pinto's passing. Gabrielle and Sophia, Stephanie and I send our love and condolences to you and your entire family.
Eternal rest, grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.
Gerald Plyler
January 16, 2018
Dear family, may the peace of God and the love of family and friends comfort you! Jerry and Margo Plyler, CAM members
Kim Langstaff
January 16, 2018
Tonya - Rick was so kind and loving to all he met. I know Leslie and Kyle count Rick, and you, as some of their closest friends. Rick always had a smile and made you feel that you were the only person in the room when speaking with him. I will continue to keep you and the girls in my thoughts and prayers. Please know that your family and friends are all here for you today and in the days to come.
Amelia and Kathy Jo
January 16, 2018
Tonya and Alina,
May Jesus Ease your shock,
Calm your anxieties,
Comfort you when words cannot,
Be your peace to rest and sleep,
Remind you He is with you at all times,
Understanding all your grief and emotions while,
Holding your hands and
Wiping your tears,
Is your strength, even when you take it one minute at a time,
Hears all your pleas and prayers
and
Shows you the love, support and help of many many many Angels here on earth.
Know we love you both, Tonya and Alina.
Bob and Ann Carlton
January 15, 2018
Ann and I are so saddened for the loss of Rick. We were so fortunate to have had the opportunity to get to know him and become good friends. He always had so many nice things to say about his family. We will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Scott & Pamela Gantt
January 15, 2018
Tonya, Pamela and I were so shocked to hear of Rick's passing. I know you and the girls are going through such a difficult time right now... Rick loved you and your girls so much, we often talked about it. On behalf of all his friends in the Charlotte Aeromodelers we will miss him very much. He was so well thought of and such a good friend to so many in the club.
January 15, 2018
Dear Pinto Family -
We are so saddened to hear about the passing of Rick. We can only imagine what your family is going through at this time, but please know that if there is anything at all that we can do to help you, we are here for you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Martha, Tom, Abby, Kennedy, and Morgan Cholewinski
Jo Crowe
January 15, 2018
Tonya, I am so very heartbroken for your loss. We will miss Rick! If we can do anything for you, Sophia, Gabrielle, and Alina, just ask! We are thinking of you with much love.
Jo and Jerry Crowe
Gail and Jim Meinke
January 15, 2018
Our hearts and hugs are with Tonya, Sophia, Gabrielle, and Alina. Don't fret, Rick --- Jim and I and your other neighbors who love the Pintos will help to watch over your girls.
Ellen Watson
January 15, 2018
I am so sorry for you and the girls! Keeping you all in our prayers.
Barbara Baugh
January 15, 2018
Tonya and girls, so very sad to hear of Rick's passing. He was never anything but kind to us during our years at MSA. Addie learned so much from him. Praying for God to bring you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Gary Meyfohrt
January 15, 2018
Tonya,
The right words can not come to mind of the sorrow I feel at the loss of Rick. The right words can not come to mind to even describe what Rick, you and the girls mean to me personally. But I think you know.
Losing a fraternity brother is not easy especially one across the street that is the best friend and neighbor a guy can get. But there is no comparison to what you and your precious girls must be feeling.
I will always be right across the street for you and the girls. No matter what. I will be there for the 4 of you.
With all my love and sympathy,
Gary
And on behalf of all of our brothers of Kappa Sigma, we will miss Rick and we all send our love your way.
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