The community gathered to unveil a new sign to commemorate the lifeguard.
last summer was remembered by his beach community on Friday, the start of the July 4 weekend.
“It was to honor Keith, and there was such a push from the residents to do something for him,” Berkeley Recreation Director Mark Dykoff told NJ Advance Media. “We wanted to honor Keith and to thank him and his family’s years of service.”Pinto’s parents, his brothers and sister, local residents and lifeguards from many Shore towns were among those who attended the unveiling, he said.
It says: “Keith left us too soon doing what he loved, serving and protecting. His sacrifice will never be forgotten. He will be remembered as a Hero and missed by his family, friends and fellow lifeguards.”
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