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Scott Churchill lit a candle
Friday, March 8, 2024
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Mr. Pinkman was a proud and gracious man, and he was a great teacher-one of the true last great teachers left. I always remember his smile when I visited him at his house in Anderson. I just had to re-check my grammar and punctuation before posting this as he would not be happy with mistakes.
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Doreen Jasonis posted a condolence
Saturday, January 20, 2024
I may not be remembered but I certainly remember Matt. While divorcing and having to sell my house he, his son and young granddaughter came by and met one of my dogs to hopefully adopt her. I immediately liked them all. I dropped her off ( cried a lot in the way home) and did visit again. I felt so good about my decision although I wish I could have kept her. Great guy/family. I have been living in CT since 2005. I just now found a box I kept with papers, ribbons and other item that I saved. In there was a letter Matt had sent me 11/2/05 saying ‘let me relieve you about Gwen….’ He told me about their time together. I truly liked him ( right away) but hearing from him was great. He cared and I appreciated that letter. So I was wondering if he was still around and wanted to drop him a note and I saw he recently passed away. I wish I found the note sooner. To his family, I am so sorry for your lose. My prayers are with you and him. I’m glad I was able to help provide him with a companion for I hope many years. What a loss. Doreen
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Shauna Casciano lit a candle
Monday, December 11, 2023
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So sorry to hear the passing of Matthew Pinkman (also known as Mr. Pinkman). I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Pinkman in 2011/2012 as my mom Maureen Kinney who is a nurse (care giver) would take care of his sister. I would go with her most of the time as Mr. Pinkman insisted that my mom should bring her children along as he would love to meet them. So, it was always so nice going there and getting to talk to Mr. Pinkman all the time. I remember when he would tell his stories about how he was a principal at the Hackettstown Middle School and he would talk about the teachers that would be there too!! I mentioned I also went to the Hackettstown Middle School and at that time I met Mr. Pinkman, I was going to the Hackettstown High School and he told me that´s where he went to high school too! It was so awesome getting to share our experiences we had there and talk about the teachers there too! He was always so friendly and happy and very kind too. He welcomed my mom and I (sometimes my brother) into his home with open arms and he would always have us fed too! He would always let us watch the television too, which was incredibly kind of him! I remember we would always have brisk lemon ice tea cans he would give us! I also remember going to one of the cook outs at his house which we were invited too, it was so much fun!! Mr. Pinkman was a great guy and I got to meet several of his family members too, who are also very kind people. Mr. Pinkman treated my family like his own and was always so pleasant to be around. I enjoyed going to his house and seeing the smile on his face each time!! He was a wonderful person with a heart full of gold and he will be missed by everyone who knew him. RIP Mr. Pinkman. I send my condolences to the family and friends!
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Renee Hayes posted a condolence
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Renee Hayes "Sonny" was a perfect nickname for him as he was such a joyful, generous, big spirit. He could light and warm a room with his smile and voice. He was a real educational pioneer-- becoming one of the few (and by "few" I mean three) Black teachers in a majority White and conservative area and went on to become the first Black school principal. Sonny had many joys and challenges, including eloping with his highschool sweetheart who remained the love of his life during their marriage and after her untimely death; the loss of two children; years of caring for his chronically ill daughter and delighting in his extended family--especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Most of all he loved life and embraced its ups and downs with depth and passion. Thank you Uncle Sonny for your unbounding commitment to family, community, learning and fun. You showed us all how its done. I love you and will miss you more than I can say.
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Eugenie Murrell lit a candle
Saturday, December 9, 2023
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My Condolence to the family Mr. Pinkman was a very Nice man always smiling always talking you made a difference in A lot of people lives, My coworker always talk about how he was very nice to her helped her out a lot we will be missed, but I know he lived a great life rest in peace Mr. Pinkman love the murrell’s
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Karin Vasovich Schardt posted a condolence
Friday, December 8, 2023
To the family of Matthew Pinkman, my sincere condolences for your loss. I had Mr. Pinkman in 7th & 8th grade at Hackettstown Middle School. He was a wonderful man & teacher. He respected everyone. He left a very positive impression on me. I shall miss him always. God Bless.
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The Eskow s lit a candle
Thursday, December 7, 2023
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Our Condolences to the family .My sister and I had Mr.Pinkman for our class years ago He was such a beautiful person and so good with us and the students of Middle School .Even my brother remembers him there and Jimmy just turned ,77 years old May God bless and RIP Mr.Pinkman...The Eskow s..Jim Pat and Pam...
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Carolyn Momm posted a condolence
Thursday, December 7, 2023
I remember Mr. Pinkman but not as my teacher his family. My parents and I knew his father. His father was a painter and painted our house when we lived on Rte 57 by Bathgates Garage. I went to St Mary’s for elementary so wasn’t in pubic school then. I just remember everyone loved him and thought highly of him. My condolences to the family. May he go with the angels. Carolyn Momm, daughter of Margaret and Carl Momm.
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Sheila Greene posted a condolence
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Mr. Pinkman was my 8th grade English teacher. I can still remember some of his stories and jokes. Just by being himself, he taught us life lessons within and outside of English. His lessons must have stuck because I became a professional writer. My condolences to his family. He was a great man.
Sheila Greene
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Olga Milliken posted a condolence
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Condolences to the family of Mr. Pinkman. He was an amazing teacher and I will never forget him. He introduced me to the world of JRR Tolkien. He provided copies of The Hobbit to our 8th grade English class, Members of the class wrote a “screenplay” and we performed it in front of our 1974 HMS graduating class during graduation rehearsal. Olga L. Bosques Milliken
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Lois Adams posted a condolence
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Hello,
I am "Korrie" or Lois Adams...I was Mr. Pinkman's Aide for a little while. I helped him when his daughter lived with him and again many years later. I knew he was unique and jumped at the chance to work for him again. I think it was destiny. He is the sweetest, kindness Gentleman I have ever known! He was a real Joy to talk to and be of service to. He taught me there are kind people in this world and he was a prime example! I am very honored to have gotten to know him! Thank you for the opportunity! I would bet my bottom dollar Mr. Pinkman is surrounded by the Good Lord's Angels!!
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Joanne Stiff posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
My deepest sympathy to Matthew’s family. In high school, I was lucky enough to have him as a student teacher; we loved him! I would later meet and marry Bob Stiff and learn that Matthew was president of his graduating class. Matthew also taught with my mother, Anne Kurzenknabe, and he commented that he appreciated her assistance with the dreaded bulletin board display in the school corridor for all to critique. I am so sorry for your loss.
Joanne (Kurzenknabe) Stiff
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Joan Stevens Johnson lit a candle
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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Mr. Pinkman was such a kind soul and wonderful teacher. I was blessed to have him when we moved to Hackettstown in 72'. He always made us laugh but made sure we did our work. He was a guiding light to so many and will be missed. My heartfelt hugs and prayers go out to all his family and friends.
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Stella Lindsay lit a candle
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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Sending prayers of condolence and comfort to Mr. Pinkman's family, friends, and loved ones. Mr. Pinkman was my 8th grade English teacher in 1964/ 1965 where he was a bright light, a wonderful force of nature, and a favorite teacher. I never forgot him. May he rest in peace.
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Frank Anteri planted a tree in memory of Matthew Pinkman III
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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Josette Kopeski lit a candle
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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My condolences go out to the family. One of my favorite people in middle school. He always had a sense of when you where about to get into trouble and talk you out of it. All these years, his is one of the few names I remember from my middle school years.
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Michael J Palko Sr posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Dear Family of Mr. Pinkman,
Patty and I send our love and condolences to you. I was blessed to have Mr. Pinkman as my English teacher in 1967-68. I loved him and respected his knowledge and kindness. Patty was a colleague of his at HMS from 1979-1990 and called him Matt. I remember telling her "you can't call him Matt, he's Mr. Pinkman to me". Well, each time he hosted the end of the year picnic for the HMS staff at his home in Anderson, Patty would call him Matt and I would call him Mr. Pinkman.
He was a lifelong teacher to those he taught and a lifelong colleague of those he worked with. I've never met anyone like Mr. Pinkman. RIP sir and God Bless your family and loved ones. (I hope I didn't make too many grammatical errors.)
Love,
Mike and Patty Palko
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Paul & Robin Wallace posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Dear Pinkman Family
I know you already know this, but Mr. Pinkman was a blessing to the Town of Hackettstown, going from Student to Assistant Principal of the School he attended.
The countless lives he helped mold.
My Wife and I are so very sorry to hear of his passing, and sadly, we will be having my Brother John’s (a former Student of Mr. Pinkman) Funeral the same day, as I would have been honored to visit and extend our condolences.
My Father John Wallace, Mr. David Conrad and Mr. Pinkman painted houses and buildings in the Summer for a few years, and my Dad too earned his Master’s from Montclair State.
May GOD comfort you all during this difficult time.
GOD Bless
Paul and Robin Wallace
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Bob and Phyllis Hartman posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
A true gentleman and a great teacher to all. He will be missed by many. Our sincere condolences to his family.
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Jeffrey Lord posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Mr. Pinkman was indeed, an incredible human being. His dedication to teaching was unparalleled. In addition to the wisdom that he shared so freely, I think the best lesson that I learned from the very first black man I ever knew was how quickly his color faded away against his dedication And wisdom and kindness. With Mr. Pinkman, I saw only a great man that I admired a lot, and he taught me that skin color made as much difference as eye color And that lesson has stayed with me all of my life. Peace to you, Mr. Pinkman and thank you so much for everything you did for me and for so many other kids. To say you will be missed is certainly an understatement.
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Susan lit a candle
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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I can’t believe this wonderful light of a person was dimmed. Ilove how you become like my own grandpa. He was the most amazing person I have ever met . Thought me a lot and was always smiling and welcoming me to his home.
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Tauneah lit a candle
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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My deepest sympathies to all the family during your time of bereavement. I remember Mr Pinkman being a quiet, kind man in Anderson, from a young child. Praying that all who knew and loved him are comforted by memories, love and others.
~Mrs Tauneah Wilson
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Bob Pratt posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
I don't remember many of my teachers in elementary school but I always remembered Mr. Pinkman. He was a kind, caring man who took the time with each individual student. Sad to hear of his passing but it sounds like he led a rich, full life. Rest in peace.
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David Drake posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
As a 7th grader, he spoke to me just like I was an adult rather than a child. One summer while in High School, I worked at the Middle School with the custodial staff. Mr. Pinkman treated me like an equal and a friend. We used to have great talks over coffee in the morning where he insisted I call him Matt but I always called him Mr. Pinkman. He was a great man, teacher and mentor. Rest in Peace, Matt.
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David Babington posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
I have fond memories of Mr Pinkman, who was my 8th grade English teacher. I was having trouble in his English classes so he spent extra time with me after classes to help me with English. Not sure he was totally successful with my English but I have always appreciated his help, which I found out many years later he called "extra periods". A good person with a heart of gold. R.I. P. David W Babington, Washington, CT
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Mary posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
My deepest sympathy to the family. Mr Pinkman was always so kind. He helped me so much in 8th grade back in the late 70s. We would chat over cup a soup lunch. He never made me feel I was taking up his personal lunch or prep time. Such a lovely man.
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Kelly George lit a candle
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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Debbie mackay lit a candle
Monday, December 4, 2023
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My deepest sympathies to the family. I loved Mr Pinkman in my middle school years. He was a great teacher and a great friend to the students. May he rest in peace and know just how many souls he touched. God bless
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Sabine (Haag) Mehnert-Roehm posted a condolence
Monday, December 4, 2023
The deepest condolences to the family. I have fond memories of English class with Mr. Pinkman in Middle School. What a man of integrity. I remember him sharing a story of going to the beach with his son. Incredible person of compassion and encouragement for continued education. RIP. Prayers and love to the family.
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John Ferris posted a condolence
Monday, December 4, 2023
Mr. Pinkman was an incredibly influential teacher in the lives of untold students. Including me. For 50 years, his voice rang in my ears, always correcting grammar and spelling errors in my writing, first in newspapers and later my own English classroom. May the memories of a life well lived be as blessings, and sustain you now and in the days to come. My deepest sympathies.
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Matthew posted a condolence
Monday, December 4, 2023
My parents named me in homage of Matt in 1972. He was my mother’s math teacher and my father’s mentor and boss. I attended many end of year picnics at Matt’s house with a crew of the finest educators he could assemble. Matt was as fine a human being as was ever created. I am proud to have known him, I loved him and he will forever remain a legacy in my life. Please accept my condolences.
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Sunday, December 3, 2023
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