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Richard Pinta Obituary

Pinta, Richard C. Age 68. Late of Hegewisch. Passed away suddenly on October 17, 2013. Beloved husband of Donna Pinta (nee Ockander) for 48 years; loving father of Howard (Andrea) Pinta and Angela Pinta; dearest brother of Lorraine Wagner and the late David Pinta. Veteran of the U.S. Army. Retired employee of the City of Chicago. Visitation Tuesday, October 22, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Elmwood Chapel 11200 S. Ewing Ave., Chicago. Cemetery private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to It's a Pittie Dog Rescue or the Disabled American Veterans preferred. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 20, 2013.

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October 23, 2013

We were so sorry to hear of Rich's passing and know what a huge sense of loss the family feels. Our thoughts and prayers are with all. We, too, will miss him dearly. He was a great friend indeed. In our hearts we'll always cherish the good times and memories.

Bob & Marilyn Trunk

Ron Carter

October 22, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sorry for your lose my prayer are with you and your family

Jennifer Egenlauf

October 22, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, Rich was my dad's best friend and a wonderful man. He will truly be missed.

Rita (Harkenrider) Prodoehl

October 21, 2013

To the Pinta family. I went to grammar school with Rich, my sincerest sympathy for your loss.

angel gilarski

October 20, 2013

Sending your family love and strength during this difficult time. I love you guys. ???

Jennifer Engel

October 20, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss he was always a great father and husband - many great memories of the fun times u all had together I will keep u in my prayers in Gods love

Jennifer Engel

October 20, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss he was always a great father and husband - many great memories of the fun times u all had together I will keep u in my prayers in Gods love

Roxanne

October 20, 2013

My sincerest condolences to The Pinta family.
Although I never met Richard, by the they way Angela spoke about him you could tell he was a great father and husband, and loved you all very much.

October 20, 2013

So sorry to hear of Dick's passing.He was a great guy and good boss. Donna, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rich and Lois Tyrrell

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