Gary Pinnick

Gary Pinnick obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

Gary Pinnick

Gary Pinnick Obituary

Published by Legacy on Dec. 8, 2025.
Gary Pinnick passed away at Shadyside Hospital, surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 23, 2025. He was born on July 22, 1958, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late William Alfred and Willie Mae (Oliver) Pinnick. After attending Langley High School he joined the U.S. army until 1979. He retired from a career in maintenance with UJF. He is survived by his wife Silvia of 40 years, his 4 sons Gary Jr, William, Darnell, Bryan and many grandchildren as well as his siblings Carrie, Irene, John and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. Revelation 21:4 "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Gary, please visit our floral store.

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