Longtime Director, John J. Pinto, Leaves Large Legacy


The WGA Caddie Scholarship Fund shares the recent announcement on the passing of longtime Caddie Scholarship Director, Mr. John J. Pinto.Representing Wykagyl Country Club, where John served as club president, he dedicated more than ten years of service to the WGACSF as Chairman of the Investment Committee and treasurer before assuming the role of President, a position he held from 2002-2006.

He was the 2002 recipient of the Udo Reinach Award given in recognition of his outstanding support of the fund in the form of time, talent, and treasure.  He has left an indelible legacy; he will be missed.

John was also a member of the Westchester Seniors Golf Association for 20 years.  He served on the WSGA Board of Directors as Treasurer and Secretary from 2003 to 2006.  In 2017, John was the recipient of the WSGA Distinguished Service Award for his dedication and service to the game of golf.

In lieu of flowers, the Pinto Family and John’s friends have requested that gifts be made in John’s memory to the WGA Caddie Scholarship Fund.

John’s full obituary can be viewed here.