"Mark, My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Amy was an awesome person one of a kind. She was truly loved and we will miss her. Love n Prayers Pauline Bldg 115 old crew member."
In loving memory of
Amy A. Pinto
March 1, 1957 - June 9, 2007
Portsmouth, RI - Amy Andrus Pinto, 50, of 253 Jepson Lane, Portsmouth, RI, died Saturday, June 9, 2007, at Newport Hospital, Newport, RI. She was the wife of Mark S. Pinto.Born in Corpus Christi, TX, on March 1, 1957, she was the daughter of Kermit Warren and Martha Lasater Andrus.Mrs. Pinto was loving homemaker who enjoyed arts and crafts, animals, and she was quite fond of the character, Tigger. Amys family wishes to thank Dr. Eric Radler and the entire I.C.U. staff of Newport Hospital for their caring, compassion, and professionalism.Besides her husband and parents, she is survived by two sons, Jacob J. Silvia of Goldsboro, NC, and Alexander Silvia of Portsmouth, RI, three brothers, Clair P. Andrus of San Francisco, CA, Stephen W. Andrus of Bronx, NY, and David F. Andrus of Warwick, RI, a nephew, Adam Andrus of Warwick, RI, a niece, Erica Andrus of Warwick, RI, and a grandson Jacob Will Silvia.She is preceded in death by her son, Andrew W. Silvia.Calling hours will be held Tuesday, June 12, 2007, from 4-7pm in the Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport, RI. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Crohn?s and Colitis Foundation of America, 386 Park Avenue, 17th Floor, New York, New York, 10016.
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"Mark, Jake, and Alex, I am so sorry for your loss. I am here if you want or need me. I am so happy to have known Amy she was so sweet, and having her stand up at my wedding meant a lot to me. I will never forget that. I would also like to extend my condolences to Amy's parents and her brothers and sisters. Amy has a sweet family that bought a sweet girl into our lives. I will be praying for all of you."
"Amy always put others before herself. She always had nice things to say. She would smile even when she was having a bad day. She was one of the niceset people I ever met. We'll never forget her. T-"
"Dear Mark and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers in this most difficult time. We will always remember Amy and the wonderful meals and times together. I will be forever gratefully to Amy for sharing her kind parents with us and to them also for bringing Amy into our lives. Sometimes life gives you a gift, she was one. She truly was one of the nicest people we have met. On Saturday Amy received her wings. May God keep her and bless you all. With love, Jan & Knute Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. -Marcel Proust"
"Mark and family -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."
"To the Pinto Family, Please let me assure you that I was devastated by the news of Amy. I and numerous colleagues were fortunate to have known and worked with such a kind and caring person as Amy. Back in the 90?s, I had the pleasure of dealing with numerous personnel in building 115. I dealt with personnel in both the front and the operators in the back. All of the people that I dealt with were extremely helpful and wonderful. There was never a problem that either Tim, Paul or Marc could or would not fix for the users. It was into this bunch of personnel that Amy went to work. Amy fit right in from day one! Amy was extremely helpful and kind and genuinely concerned for the well being of her customers. Amy always a kind word for us and was always happy and cheerful. Even though deep down inside sometimes her life was difficult, she still managed to get through the day and not trouble anyone with her concerns. One day I heard that Marc and Amy had married. Anybody who knew them realized that they were meant for each other. I was disappointed when Amy had to leave building 115. All of Amy?s colleagues and customers were sadden to see her go but we knew it was for the best. Periodically I would enjoy a cigarette outside with Marc and we would share experiences about our families. It was wonderful to hear that his family was doing well. Even though I have since moved on and don?t get a chance to see my old friends. I was saddened by the news of Amy?s passing. I pray that God is taking good care of her as Marc and her family did when she was here with us. The world was a better place because of her. Now that she is gone, I feel the world has lost all of the benevolence that she had to offer. Someday, I hope that all of us can meet again and share a laugh and a good time. I really will miss Amy. Marc and the rest of the family, may God help and guide you in this difficult time. However, remember that Amy loves you all would not want to see you not be able to continue without her. I?m sure that deep down inside you all know that. God Bless You All Tom F."
"Mark, I feel blessed to have known Amy. The two of you seemed to have a wonderful love for each other. You and your family are in my prayers. Catherine Juutilianen Dutra"
"Mark - We have such fond memories of working in the lab at Building 115 and you and Amy are a big part of the reason why. We have always remembered Amy as one of the nicest people with such a beautiful smile you could ever hope to mee and you are such a kind person yourself. We are so sorry for your loss & will pray for peace for you & your family. Jenn Dutra Fallon & Mike Fallon"
"Mark and Family I will be praying for strength and comfort for you. I will always remember how sweet and loving Amy was and how much fun we had together in school and at the Lab. I know she is in a better place. Be encouraged Mark and Family......Psalms 23. Love always, Linda"
"Mark and family, Very sorry to hear about the passing of Amy. We will all be praying for you and for her peaceful repose."