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Bath Today
By the People, for the People
John F. Pinkham Jr., West Bath Garage Owner, Dies at 69
Pinkham was a member of the Sons of the American Legion and the Woolwich Fire Department.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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John F. 'Tank' Pinkham Jr., a 69-year-old resident of Wiscasset, Maine, passed away on February 15, 2026. Pinkham owned and operated Johnny P's Auto Garage in West Bath and was a member of the Sons of the American Legion and the Woolwich Fire Department. He is survived by his daughter Brandy Brady and sister Cindy Mitchell.
Why it matters
Pinkham was a well-known figure in the local community, owning a small auto repair shop and being active in community organizations like the American Legion and fire department. His passing is a loss for the close-knit Bath and Wiscasset areas.
The details
John F. Pinkham Jr. was born in Bath, Maine on June 6, 1956. He graduated from Morse High School and went on to work at Ambrose Garage in West Bath before opening his own shop, Johnny P's Auto Garage. Pinkham was a member of the Sons of the American Legion in Bath, where he was active with the Legion Riders, and was also a member of the Woolwich Fire Department. He was known for his love of motorcycles, his pomeranians, and his friendly, outgoing personality.
- John F. Pinkham Jr. was born on June 6, 1956.
- Pinkham passed away on February 15, 2026.
- A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 1 to 4 p.m.
The players
John F. Pinkham Jr.
A 69-year-old resident of Wiscasset, Maine who owned and operated Johnny P's Auto Garage in West Bath. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion and the Woolwich Fire Department.
Brandy Brady
Pinkham's daughter who resides in Wiscasset.
Cindy Mitchell
Pinkham's sister who lives in Bath.
What’s next
A celebration of Pinkham's life will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Bath Legion 200 Congress Ave, Bath ME 04530.
The takeaway
Pinkham's passing is a loss for the close-knit Bath and Wiscasset communities, where he was known as a friendly, outgoing small business owner and active member of local organizations like the American Legion and fire department. His life will be celebrated by family and friends in the coming weeks.
