Timothy Frank "Frankie" Pinky" Pinkerton Jr.

October 21, 1991 - April 28, 2022

Timothy Frank Pinkerton Jr. "Frankie" "Pinky" Frankie was born in Nashville on Oct. 21, 1991. It is with sad hearts we announce his tragic passing on Thurs. Apr 28, 2022. He graduated from East Literature Magnet High School in 2010 receiving a scholarship and later attending Tennessee State University where he studied nursing. He was employed with Progressive Casualty Insurance Company as a Senior Licensing Specialist. He had a love for sports. He played football, baseball, basketball, golf, and ran track most of his childhood. He was a dedicated Steelers fan, Marvel fanatic, enjoyed movies, music, outdoor activities, fishing, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with his countless friends. He enjoyed life and wanted those around him to be happy and always put others before himself. He was a true friend to all who knew him and a blessing to his family. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Frank Pinkerton, his maternal grandparents Roy and Brenda (Caruthers) Boyd Sr., uncle Mark Pinkerton, aunt Tammy Thrash and nephew Jayden Boyd. He is survived by his parents Timothy and Lora (Boyd) Pinkerton Sr., his loving wife Chikita Pinkerton who is also his high school sweetheart, daughter Zania Pinkerton (her mother Xavia Tucker), son Marcus Pinkerton, brother Jason (Jessie) Boyd, sister Heather (Dale) Petty- Dobbins, paternal grandmother Mary Pinkerton, Mother-in-law Iris (Hatcher) Humphrey, brother-in-law Larry (Kimberly) Hatcher-Butler; (nephews) Malachi, Zayden, Lamont, Zachary, (nieces) Aayla, Katori, Sage, and Iyana along with numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. A private family visitation was held Thurs. May 5, 2022 from 10am-8pm. Visitation with the family will be Friday May 6, 2022 from 10am until the time of service at 2pm at Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home. Burial will be May 14, 2022 at Spring Hill Cemetery 1pm. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to March of Dimes and Nashville Rescue Mission (he had a passion for helping the homeless).