Harry E. "Hank" Pinkerton, III, age 72, of Bayville passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday January 11th, 2023.

Hank was a devoted husband and father. He is survived by his beautiful family, wife Celeste and their 3 sons, Clayton, Harry, Jamie and brother Dennis.

Growing up in Oyster Bay, Hank, an avid boater and fisherman, enjoyed his time on and around the water, traveling, reading, tinkering in his garage, refurbishing antique cars, and playing with his dog, Sunny.

Born Feb 20th, 1950, he was the son of Harry Sr, who pioneered the first valveless metering and dispensing pump. After finishing college, Hank went to work at his father's company and grew the business from a small local manufacturing facility into a global enterprise. Hank established a strong presence in the biomedical engineering industry, achieving multiple patents.

Hank was an enthusiastic member of the community, participating in The Rotary, the Italian American club and was elected Village of Bayville Trustee on a write in ticket. Hank was a selfless individual committed to giving generously to his employees and the community through various scholarship programs, foundations and community outreach.

Family will receive friends at the Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home on Sunday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. and Monday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, family requests donations in Hank's name to the Bayville Beautification Corporation P.O. Box 1354 Bayville, NY 11709.