Michael W. Pinney
(1953-2019)
Michael W. Pinney, age
65, of Wisconsin Rapids, passed away on April 12th at the Aspirus Hospital
Wisconsin Rapids after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
Mike was born in
Wisconsin Rapids on April 21, 1953, to Robert and June (Brundidge) Pinney. After being together for 13 years, he married
Patti Pruss on November 18, 2005. Mike
received an Associate Degree in Aeronautics from Gateway Technical College and
Bachelor of Arts and Master Degrees in Business Administration from Lakeland
College. Mike pursued a career in
aviation as a certified flight instructor and in aviation management through
his business, River Cities Aviation.
Mike enjoyed riding
his Harley, flying airplanes, NASCAR Racing, fishing and gardening. He also had great pride in his sons and
grandchildren.
Mike is survived by
his wife, Patti; his sons, Michael II (Stacey Soik) Pinney of Wisconsin Rapids,
and Jordan (Natalie Dillman) Pinney of Blaine, MN; three grand-daughters, Ilana
and Bailey Pinney of Wisconsin Rapids, and Isabella Pinney of Blaine, MN; brothers, Clifford (Kathleen) Pinney of Green
Bay, and Douglas Pinney of Wisconsin Rapids; and sister, Sandra (Michael) Adams
of Wisconsin Rapids.
He was preceded in
death by his father, Robert; his mother, June; and his brother, Steve.
The family would like
to extend their thanks to Aspirus and Marshfield Health Systems for the care of
Mike over the past few months.
A private memorial
service will be held at a later date.
The Mid-Wisconsin Cremation
Society of Wisconsin Rapids is assisting the family. For online condolences,
please visit
www.HonorOne.com.
