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First Visitation
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sunday, April 17, 2011
West Lorne Chapel of Denning Funeral Directors
202 Main St. West
Lorne, Ontario, Canada
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17
April
Second Visitation
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sunday, April 17, 2011
West Lorne Chapel of Denning Funeral Directors
202 Main St. West
Lorne, Ontario, Canada
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Service Information
11:00 am
Monday, April 18, 2011
West Lorne Chapel of Denning Funeral Directors
202 Main St. West
Lorne, Ontario, Canada
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Lonnie and Nancy Labadie posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Dear Mary Jane, We are so deeply sorry to hear of Peter's accident and your terrible loss. Peter made our move to a new community so much easier with his friendly nature and kind actions during the time he and Lonnie played ball together. Please know our hearts go out to you and your family during these so difficult times. With Sincerest Sympathies to you and to your family, Lonnie and Nancy Labadie
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Helen Jones posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Mary Jane and family.I am so sorry to hear about Peter. He was a great guy always greeted you with a smile, when ever you seen him he had a wave for you.The community has lost a great friend ,he is truly going to be missed by all. Helen Jones
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Pete Hendel posted a condolence
Monday, April 18, 2011
I am very sad to hear the bad news about Pete . I got to know Pete at the Dragstrip in Sparta in the late 60's and early 70's . I had a red 1968 442 Oldsmobile and Pete had a Chevy Nova . We ran in different classes but always used to occupy side by side spaces in the Pits . I remember Pete's well behaved kids . They all had their own job when it came to getting the car ready to race . Pete was the kind of guy who would do anything to help anyone , friend or foe . You could always count on Pete if you needed anything .
I never got to see him very often after our racing days were over but whenever I bumped into him he was still his old self . I will miss him . I pass on my sorrow to all his family . He was a True Gentleman ! !
I hope Pete has all Green Lights in that great Dragstrip in the sky .
Your Friend , Pete Hendel ( blkhawks@amtelecom.net )
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Doug Pinter posted a condolence
Monday, April 18, 2011
Whether you know him by Pete, Peter, Comrade, Uncle Pete, Grandpa or Dad we are gathered today to remember a man who lived life to the fullest. On behalf of the family, thank you for attending today to commemorate Peter's life, a life of extended love, of commitment to others and a time of passionate experiences.
There was seldom a day that Peter didn't help someone either in a physical way or in a way that made use of his insightful knowledge. Peter began his life in Canada born to Julia and Peter Pinter Sr. His parents were of Hungarian descent, but official records show they immigrated from pre-WWII Romania in 1935. According to lore, the Pinter's established 1 of the first tobacco farms in Aldborough Township just outside West Lorne in 1936 or 37. Peter's life as a young lad, along with his older brother Alex, involved lots of work as was the case for many immigrant families starting out in the agricultural industry. One of Peter's advantages to being a rural farmhand was he obtained his drivers' license at the age of 14. As we can only imagine how tough tobacco farming would be without all of today's automation, the Pinter family sold the farm and moved into town around 1955.
In 1959, as Peter started his own family one of his early jobs was working at Pearce's garage as a mechanic. We can safely assume that it was here that Peter fed his passion for working on cars and small engines. One of the early family vehicles during this time was a white 1962 Chevy Impala 327 cubic-inch aspirated with 2-4 barrel carburetors. This Impala has been rumored as being capable of lifting the front tires off the ground, not a typical family hauler.
As Peter's family grew, he took on a job of delivering bread for Toastmaster bread company to folks in and around the GWA (greater West Lorne area). Ultimately, the bread delivery job wasn't meant to be for Peter, as when Friday came and it was time to collect the money for the bread Peter would accept nearly every excuse from his customers for being unable to make payment. Peter, being the soft-heart most of us all know well, was reluctant to demand the money or stop delivery and since the bread company was making minimal (if any) profit off of Peter's route he was asked/opted to seek employment elsewhere.
In 1965, Peter found employment at Timken bearing in St Thomas. This job lasted a few years during which time Peter ordered a new family vehicle a 1967 Chevy Nova SS 2-door coupe with a 350 cubic inch - 300 horsepower engine. When this vehicle arrived at the dealership, Peter had to walk away as he wanted bench-style eating and an automatic and the vehcile that had been delivered had bucket-style seating with a 4 on the floor.
In fall 1967 the new Ford Motor Company assembly plant in Talbotville was ready for employees and Peter being a strapping young lad of 29 years old jumped on the opportunity and was 1 of the 1st employees hired to work at the plant - employee #379 in fact. In late fall of 1968, Peter acquired a more practically suited family vehicle, his now infamous 1969 Chevy Nova SS 2-door with a 396 cubic inch - 375 horsepower engine with bench seating. The 1st week of ownership resulted in an unmanned tricycle causing a 12-inch scratch alongside the passenger door, and 4 kids in unison vehemently stating "It wasn't me". Peter's reaction was somewhat surprising to the family as he took this as an opportunity to take the car to his buddies at Johnson's Canadian Collision to have the scratch buffed out. Several months later (summer of '69) Peter and family settled into home at 143 Main Street.
After nearly 27 prosperous years at the Ford plant Peter accepted a package for early retirement in March 1993. It was during these years that Peter's passion for family, friends, community, cars and racing continued in the forefront. The entire family rallied while preparing and detailing the car for Sunday races at Sparta Dragway nearly every week. Peter and crew shared many cherished memories while dressed in their matching t-shirts at the races.
Peter occupied much of his free time "tinkering" with a multitude of interests. These interests included everything from working on cars with and for friends and family, repairing small-engines, building go-karts and mini-bikes as well as accumulating a fairly large assortment of chainsaws and lawn tractors and a few other baubles and thing-a-ma-jigs. Ultimately, in 1991 Peter had a vision and cobbled his most renowned flash of brilliance, "The Pinters' Mill". With the portable mill as a semi-retirement business, Peter and Mary Jane would establish a franchise that enabled them make many new acquaintances who would become repeat customers and new found dear friends.
Aside from Peter's knack for conquering mechanical challenges, he also accomplished an impressive list of contributions towards a variety of community activities. Some of these accomplishments were coaching minor sports like youth hockey and baseball and playing, coaching and managing adult slow pitch. Peter eagerly volunteered for several local organizations and projects. As member of a couple of local service clubs (an early member of the Optimist club and later the Legion) Peter found enjoyment in contributing to projects such as expanding the arena dressing rooms, clearing bush for soccer fields and a trail system at the community complex, preparations for the mini-tractor show/pull and building the dugouts at the ball diamond. Peter accomplished much more than can be remembered and mentioned in a reasonable amount of time.
But more than any of this list of items, Peter was able to build an immeasurable wealth of family, friends, customers and acquaintances over the 26,603 days (or 72 years and 10 months) that he was able to share with us.
Peter would be proud to know that all of us will deeply miss his distinct laugh and tears of laughter. His beaming, gap-toothed smile. His strength, tenderness and compassion. His ingenuity, knowledge and skill. His understanding, resourcefulness and creativity.
Thank you all for coming today and may the memories and accomplishments of Peter create an everlasting smile in your heart.
Luncheon at the Legion in the hall, lounge and patio, please come and share your friendship.
God bless us all.
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Gord Baker Posted Oct 25, 2021 at 10:41 AM
I went to Public School SS#3 with Pete and also to WEDHS. We worked together at Timkens for a couple years. It was long after the fact that I learned that he had passed. I happened upon his Obit today. 10 years after.
Rest in Peace Pete. I remember his '62 Chevy SS I believe. Poor Trannys!
Gord Baker.
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Krista & Simon Rogers posted a condolence
Monday, April 18, 2011
We have very fond memories of Pete and he will be missed. Our deepest condolences to Pete's family, you are in our thoughts.
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Monica Pelcz posted a condolence
Monday, April 18, 2011
Kathy,Joe,Jim &Jenn, I am so sorry of your great loss. My condolences to the Pinter Family Prayers and Thoughts are with you Monica (Moni)
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Doug and Lillian Murray posted a condolence
Sunday, April 17, 2011
We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Pete. He was a very genuine soul, his loss will affect many.
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Ken and Joan Neil posted a condolence
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Deepest sympathy to all of Pete's family
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Sarah Simpson, Wayne Vangeel ,and Family posted a condolence
Sunday, April 17, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Pete Pinter's family. Pete was a great man. He will be missed buy so many but never forgotten. If Tears could build a stairway, And memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring him home again.:( Hugs and Kisses to all. Thinking of you all during this time.
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Harry and Joanne Slaats posted a condolence
Sunday, April 17, 2011
We are saddened to hear of your sudden loss. Pete was definitely a leader of our community and always had time and a smile for everyone he met. So glad we had the chance to know him through baseball, wood-cutting and the Legion. We hope your fond memories will help get you through the days ahead.
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Bruce and Lin McCann posted a condolence
Sunday, April 17, 2011
We send our thoughts and prayers to all your family. Pete always had a smile and we always enjoyed a visit whenever we met. He will be greatly missed. Pete was always ready to help at the Fair in my section and I appreciated the support. We will be thinking of you in the days ahead.
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Wallacetown Agricultural Society (Wallacetown Fair) posted a condolence
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Wallacetown Fair Board would like to extend our sympathy to all your family.Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Pete's support in the Antique Section of the Fair was greatly appreciated and everyone enjoyed watching his working display. He will be missed.
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Ron and Liz Pawley posted a condolence
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very difficult time. Ron and Liz Pawley.
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Perry Willits posted a condolence
Sunday, April 17, 2011
I'm very sorry to learn of Peter's passing. He always smiled kindly, waved or had something nice to say! His silver Nova was soooo fast! My sincere sympathy to his entire family.
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Ken Jones & Mary Lemoyne posted a condolence
Sunday, April 17, 2011
To the Pinter Family, We were so sorry to hear about Peters death. Peter was an icon of the community and will be missed by us very much. Our hearts go out to all of you
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To Grandpa Pete, love Kenzie lit a candle
Saturday, April 16, 2011
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Jim & Ada Brush posted a condolence
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Our deepest condolences to the family of Peter. I was proud to have played ball against him for many years. He coached my son in minor baseball. He will be sadly missed.
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Georgina (McFalls) Toonders posted a condolence
Saturday, April 16, 2011
What a great tragedy that has been cast on your family. Very sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Many great times held at the Pinter home. He will be missed. God Bless
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Tom and Diane Dickson posted a condolence
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Pinter family.
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Ronald & Rita Snedden posted a condolence
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Rest in peace Peter. Our sincere condolence's to Peter's family. Ron was a co-worker of Peter's at Ford.
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Trin Szusz posted a condolence
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of loss and sadness. We are here if you need anything. Tyler, Trin, and Arizona
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Gord Baker posted a condolence
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Peter and I went to Kerr School together and also worked together at Timkens. He was a wonderful guy with a great sense of humour. We shared GM 4 speed transmission failures 'back in the day'. I remember him as a kind and gentle friend, very talented in mechanical ways.
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Duncan & Dorothy Gillies posted a condolence
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Dear MaryJane Our hearts go out to you at this time of sudden loss of your beloved Peter. He will be missed terribly, not only by you and his family, but by the larger community. You have our sincere sympathy at this time. Duncan & Dorothy
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Walter and Marion Redinger posted a condolence
Friday, April 15, 2011
It was with deep sadness that we learned of the accident. We send our condolences and prayers
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Joe and Carrie Dias posted a condolence
Friday, April 15, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss and sadness
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Bill and Isabel Lewis and family posted a condolence
Friday, April 15, 2011
To the family of Pete Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult times. May God give you strength to carry on and may your memories help you through the days ahead.
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Jenn Loos posted a condolence
Friday, April 15, 2011
Dear Kathy, Jen and Devonté, and family: So sorry to hear of the loss of your father, grandfather, and great grandfather. May years of happy memories help see you through this difficult time. Love, Jenn & Bryan
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Joseph Seman Jr & Barbara Campbell posted a condolence
Friday, April 15, 2011
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.