Kevin Francis Pinto

Kevin Francis Pinto, 61, of West Palm Beach, passed away last Saturday, October 8, 2016 after a courageous, three-year battle with brain cancer. Kevin was at home with his family by his side, at the time of his death. Kevin, the son of the late Albert V. Pinto, Sr. and Margaret Rice Pinto, was born in New York City, New York on November 9, 1954. He graduated from Teaneck High School, in Teaneck, New Jersey in 1972. Kevin then attended Biscayne College (now known as St. Thomas University) in Miami, and received his B.A. in Business Management. Kevin's interest in the airline industry led him to a position with then, National Airlines as an Operations Record Specialist, from 1978 – 1980. He managed the day-to-day operations of National Airlines Flight Control process. After the merge of National Airlines and Pan American World Airways, Kevin managed the "Round-The -World" desk for Pan Am, from 1980-1984. From 1984-1988 he was Supervisor of Resource Management Center; Managed call distribution for Pan Am throughout the domestic Reservations Sales Network. From 1989- 1991 Kevin was Manager of Computer Assisted Instruction for Pan Am in which he diligently developed and launched Pan Am's first computer based training curriculum. With the demised of Pan American World Airways in 1991, Atlanta based carrier Delta Air Lines, offered Kevin the position of Sales Analyst – Reservation Sales. Kevin always strove for excellence and perfection in his work…in everything he did. Now, Delta Air Lines was his new passion. From 1991 thru 2012 Kevin developed all corporate training material for ALL Reservations Sales and Managed it; Developed and implemented the entire SkyMiles loyalty program; Sky Team international alliances; Sky Wish Charity Program for Delta Airlines. Systems Manager for SkyMiles; official company spokesperson for the SkyMIles program for the Delta Air Lines. Manager- SkyMiles Promotions; General Manager: SkyMiles Communications and Promotions: Managing all Delta and SkyMiles communications and promotional activity, worldwide. Kevin retired from Delta Air Lines in 2012 as Manager of Worldwide Marketing Promotions. He earned the affectionate title of Mr. SkyMiles based on his knowledge, commitment and dedication to his Work and career. He was Mr. SkyMiles. It was his baby and very proud of yet humble to a fault!! Kevin loved God, his family, his friends, his neighbors, his job and his Country and was a completely self-less person, putting everyone's needs before his own. He lived his life serving others…period; whether at work or in his personal life. He was a wonderful son, brother, grandson, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, God-father, friend and co-worker. Kevin loved to travel; Colorado ski trips were one of his favorites. He loved golf, racquetball, the Mets, Notre Dame Football…go Irish! He appreciated the simple joys in life; a pretty sky, a good meal, snow-capped mountains, fall leaves and the horizon on the ocean. Anything related to nature. He had a great sense of humor that always brought a smile to your face and laugh to your heart…when you needed it most. He will be forever in our hearts…forever. Kevin is survived by his mother, Margaret Rice Pinto of West Palm Beach, sister, Deborah Elizabeth Pinto of West Palm Beach and sister, Margaret Mary O'Reilly (Steven) of Snellville, GA. and nephews. Kevin leaves behind cousins, many friends and former co-workers, who will miss him greatly!! There will be a viewing at Palms West Funeral Home in Royal Palm Beach on Thursday, October 13, 2016 from 6 to 8pm. A Funeral Mass for Kevin, will be held on Friday, October 14, at 10:00 AM at Holy Names of Jesus, Catholic Church, West Palm Beach. Repass to follow Mass. Kevin's favorite charity is St. Jude's Hospital. Eternal rest grant unto Kevin, oh Lord, may your perpetual light shine upon him. May Kevin rest in peace. Amen.