BMW Vice President Dies In Freak Accident

Jack was a great guy and a true friend of the Spies.

We are deeply saddened to hear this news.

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I have to be honest. I was ready to make a stupid joke to liven up things a bit because of the recent tragedies, but then I read your comment. So I'm going to apologize to you ahead of time, and R.I.P. Mr. Pitney.

Condolences to the family. Rest in Peace. May God be with his family and friends during this time.

I know it may not be the time but what exactly happend (if I may ask)?

Im sorry, I wish there was an undo button. I clicked on the article. My friends internet takes a trillion years to load so I didnt bother clicking on the link at first. Im so sorry to hear this. I know Im 27 but 47 is still young to me. I know it will be tough but I hope his wife and children get through this.

Dear media colleagues,

As promised, we have more information to share with you about the death of our dear friend and colleague, Jack Pitney. According to the sheriff’s department in Greene County, NY, on Thursday afternoon (August 26) Jack was on his tractor at his farm in Durham. As he was trying to pull a tree stump from the ground, the tractor flipped with him still on board. The sheriff’s department arrived at 12:40 PM and Jack was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy is being performed today. Funeral arrangements are still incomplete and we will send you that information as soon as it becomes available.

Thoughts from BMW of North America President Jim O’Donnell:

Our words are wholly inadequate at this moment. All of us who knew Jack are still in shock and only beginning to realize how deeply we feel his loss. He was not just a creative powerhouse but a genuinely nice man who was much loved by all of us. Our thoughts of course are with his wife, five children and other family members. He loved them tremendously and they were his first priority. They are in our prayers.

The outpouring of messages from Jack’s many friends and media colleagues has touched us all and we are moved by the depth of feeling that is being expressed.

Jack had been in the office earlier this week and I know how excited he was looking forward to his new role heading BMW Group’s Eastern Region here in the U.S. Jack brought excitement and electricity to his work. And yes, he inspired those around him because of his infectious enthusiasm for BMW and his never-failing good humor. He leaves a great legacy here at BMW Group. His years in Communications prepared him for his groundbreaking role launching MINI with a style we had never seen before. As head of BMW Marketing, Jack personified the brand and the values that motivate us in this company. Being a true creative soul, Jack couldn’t wait for the next challenge and I personally was looking forward to seeing the innovations he would bring to his new role in Sales. All of us at BMW Group are in mourning over his loss. Our headquarters here in Woodcliff Lake is a very quiet place today as we all reflect on the loss of this good and wonderful man.

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This thread is a serious one and no flamewar or anything should be brought up here. A man died, simple as that. No car in the world could justify any death. He was probably a hard working man and one of the reasons why BMW does so well in North America.

He's a guy who literally brought 'JOY' to everyone he met.

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My condolences to his family. We will keep him in our prayers.

E Nomini Patris, et Filii, et Spiritu Sancti. Amen.

He looks like a great guy, you can usually tell, RIP Jack, and my condolences to all his family.