HALSEMA A. PINHO

May 20, 1935 — March 31, 2021
Halsema A. Pinho, a longtime resident of Patterson, was born in Nassau County, Florida on May 20, 1935 and passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at the age of 85. He was the fourth of five children born to Carlos and Valerie Pinho. He attended Southwestern Louisiana Institute (now ULL) where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering. A proud veteran of the United States Army, he honorably served his country from 1960 to 1962, stationed in Germany.
Halsema spent his entire career helping bring people’s dream of home ownership to fruition. As a Residential Building Contractor, he poured his heart and soul into every home he built across St. Mary Parish. He truly loved his job and took great pride in helping others achieve the American Dream. He also served in various capacities on the board of the St. Mary Parish Water Works District #5 for over twenty years. Aside from service to his community, Halsema was an avid fisherman and hunter who had a deep love for the outdoors.
Those he leaves to cherish his memory include his wife of nearly 62 years, Patricia Carlino Pinho; two sons, Halsema A. (Hal) Pinho Jr. and his wife Vanessa and Jeffery Pinho and his wife Pauline; four grandchildren, Hayden and Hunter Pinho, and Bryce and Abby Ronsonet; one great-grandson, Brody Ronsonet; one sister, Alda P. Governale; one brother, L. B. Pinho and his wife Judy; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Carlos A. Pinho Sr. and Valerie Zetterower Pinho; one brother, Carlos A. Pinho Jr.; and one sister, Rita P. Carlino.
Funeral services will be held Monday, April 5, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. at Ibert’s Mortuary in Patterson. Following the service, he will be laid to rest with Military Honors in the St. Joseph Cemetery Mausoleum. Visiting hours will be held Monday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Rev. Mark Norwood will conduct the services. Those serving as pallbearers include Hayden and Hunter Pinho, Bryce Ronsonet, Lucas Carlino, Levin Pinho, and Lee Bierhorst.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be made to First Baptist Church of Patterson, 1621 Main St., Patterson, LA 70392.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Halsema’s caregivers for the loving care given to Halsema during his time of need as well as for the comfort and support given to them.
Family and friends may view the obituary online by visiting www.iberts.com and are encouraged to share their condolences, cherished memories, love, and support for the family.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert’s Mortuary, Inc., 1111 Lia Street, Patterson, LA 70392, (985) 395-7873.