John Melvin Pintarelli died Monday, Jan. 28, at his home in Wayland after a long battle with multiple myeloma. He was 58.
John was born Dec. 10, 1960, in Grand Rapids, the son of John and Phyllis Pintarelli. He graduated from Wayland High School in 1979. A certified boat mechanic, he was a proud business owner of the Boat Doctor. In his free time he enjoyed watching NASCAR, the outdoors, and spending time with his children and grandchildren.
He married Sharon Walsh (Caledonia) on Nov 8, 1997, his best friend and love of his life.
He is survived by his children Angelena (Dan) Anaya of Martin, Johnathon (Jessica) Pintarelli of Kalamazoo and his extended children Krystal Grammatico, James Grammatico and daughter-in-law Becky Pintarelli of Martin; by his siblings Jeff (Joyce) Pintarelli of Alaska and Vicki Pintarelli of Lowell; 13 grandchildren and nieces; his mother-in-law Mildred Walsh of Caledonia and a large family of in-laws.
He was preceded in death by his son Leonardo Pintarelli and his parents John (Phyllis) Pintarelli.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 9, at Northbridge Church, 8824 Douglas Ave., Kalamazoo. Burial of ashes will take place at a later date.
