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David W. Pinkerton, 71

April 19, 2022

David William “Dave” Pinkerton, 71, of Lancaster, passed away at Hospice & Community Care on April 19th 2022. He was the loving husband of Christine (Arndt) Pinkerton, with whom he has spent nearly 50 fifty years of marriage. He was born in Lancaster to the late Charles and Mary Alice Pinkerton.

Dave worked as a machinist for C&D Technologies, where he dedicated 39 years. He attended King Street Church in Chambersburg, PA. He was an enthusiastic collector of model rockets and trains, and enjoyed Indy car racing. He was an active participant in the Southern Pennsylvania Area Association of Rocketry (SPAAR) and the National Toy Train Collectors Association while also being a member of Raven Roost #56 of Lancaster. He was also a Scout Master of boy scout troop 83 in his earlier years and later became a Committee Member. Dave had a love of the outdoors- gardening, camping and making his own maple syrup were some of his favorite things. Most of all, he’ll be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He will be missed greatly by his family and the community in which he lived.

In addition to his wife, Christine, Dave is also survived by his daughter Victoria Eleanor Pinkerton Hand (husband, Phillip); his son Joseph Victor Pinkerton (wife, Amy Beth); his sister Kathleen Louise Rogers (husband, Donald); and his grandchildren Brittany, Cleon, Christian, Drew, and Robert; as well as many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory at 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543 on Friday, May 13, 2022 at 11:00 AM. Friends will be received at the Funeral Home one hour prior at 10:00 AM.

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May 16, 2022

Sorry to hear of your loss I worked with Dave over thirty years ago at C&D batteries and remember when my wife and I would visit Pink and the family . He was a very good natured and kind person and friend.
 
 

May 07, 2022

I am so sorry for your loss; what a kind, wonderful man! He will be greatly missed -the neighborhood will not be the same without him.

April 25, 2022

My condolence’s to the family. I worked with Dave at C&D in the late 70’s & 80’s. I enjoyed working with Dave and taking trains and especially enjoyed when he showed me his setup at the house it was unbelievable awesome. 

April 24, 2022

To the Pinkerton Family,
From myself and all SPAAR members, We will surely miss Dave and his contributions to the club and his many conversations. Dave was always willing to help with setup and teardown of the launch equipment. Being a machinist by trade I enjoyed my conversations with Dave about our mutual work. My condolences to you all. Dave’s absence will surely leave a big hole in all our lives. What a great man.

April 24, 2022

Chris, Vicky, Joey, Kathy and families,
I am sorry to learn of Dave’s passing.  I have fond memories of his maple sugaring with my students and with Carie and Adam. And, of course, many fond memories of them being with all of you at your home under your care.
Please accept my warm hugs given with sympathy and love.
Stephanie

April 23, 2022

Having only just reconnected with Dave at our MTHS reunion three years ago, I loved to follow his Facebook pos that made evident not only his passion for and skill with rocketry, but also — far more importantly — his dedication to and love for his family.  Dave was one of the kindest, gentlest, and most genuine of men, and his loss truly grieves us all.  I have no doubt he rests with God, but I send prayers for the comforting of his beloved family.  I regret I live too far away to attend his memorial service.

April 23, 2022

He loved & enjoyed so many things in life, it was hard to not share at least one thing in common with him. Up against “the odds” for a better part of his life, no doubt proof that a positive attitude & a generosity of love, compassion returned to him so many memories & years we were all lucky to witness & be a part of

April 22, 2022

Enthusiastic, cheerful and all around great human being, Dave was a joy to be around. We only wish we had been given more time with him. Hearts and prayers go out to Christine and his entire loving family. Rest In Peace, dear friend. 

April 22, 2022

I am so sorry for yor loss I was very shocked to see this. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My prayers for comfort and peace are wit you during your time of grief ad loss

April 22, 2022

Sorry for the families loss. Dave was a great person and passionate Ravens fan. That is where my husband Dave & I met him and Chris & Joe.  He will be surely missed. 

April 22, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. He was a joy to be around and will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him. We always loved seeing Chris and Dave at our house for the Temple Halloween Parade. 

April 22, 2022

So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing.  He was a wonderful man.  You are in our thoughts and prayers.  Linda snd Danny Kelly

April 22, 2022

I’ve known Dave all my life as our parents were close friends. He was always a happy and positive and caring person. RIP Dave!

April 21, 2022

He was a great guy. I knew him in SPAAR.

April 21, 2022

My sincere condolences to Dave’s family. I knew him as “Pink” at our rocket launches and always enjoyed talking with him when we got the chance. He was very likable and a fellow Ravens fan and it was a privilege to know him. He will be sorely missed.

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Lititz, PA 17543
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