Frank Pines Obituary: Scalpers Owner Remembered in Lyndhurst

Frank Pines Sr., the founder and longtime owner of Scalpers Bar & Grille in Lyndhurst, is being remembered by friends, former employees and customers who spent decades gathering at his bar.

Their tributes describe a presence whose friendships continued long after a shift ended or a regular customer moved on.

In a Facebook tribute, Eric Kazen said Pines had died after a battle with pancreatic cancer. The memories shared by those who knew him center on his hospitality, his love of baseball and the friendships built inside Scalpers.

A Familiar Face on Mayfield Road

Sandy Worthing Alves recalled working at Applebee’s when Frank bought Enio’s around 1993 and began a new chapter on Mayfield Road. Like many others working and socializing nearby, she eventually found her way to Scalpers.

She remembered him as a bodybuilder, baseball enthusiast, owner and bouncer. His presence helped people feel comfortable and safe, while leaving little doubt about who kept order.

Her tribute also recalled the basement, where DJs, music and crowded nights became part of the bar’s identity. For the people who gathered there, Scalpers offered a place to meet friends and return to familiar faces.

Sandy wrote about his children and grandchildren, remembering family, baseball and the business as central parts of the life she watched him build.

Friendships That Lasted for Decades

One longtime friend reflected on more than 37 years of knowing Frank. During their early friendship, they saw each other several times a week. Although those visits became less frequent over time, getting together still felt as easy as it had decades earlier.

That memory echoes through other tributes. Scott Tyler said Frank had been present for important events in his life and would be missed every day.

Kazen remembered visiting Scalpers nearly every weekend with friends between roughly 2006 and 2011. His connection extended to playing on the bar’s softball team for years.

He also recalled Frank’s strong handshake, whether they met at Scalpers or while Frank was working security at The Feast. Kazen said this was the first year he had not seen him there.

For former employee April LoConti, the loss brought back memories of the years when Scalpers felt like home. She continued calling Frank “Bossman” long after working for him.

April remembered the laughter, lessons and support he gave her during a difficult period in her younger life. Her tribute thanked him for being such a large part of her story.

Remembering His Willingness to Help

Ann K Conti shared a memory of contacting Frank after her cancer diagnosis to ask about holding a fundraiser at Scalpers and Sharpys in Lyndhurst.

According to Ann, he responded immediately, agreed to help and told her whom to contact. Later health complications prevented her from organizing the event, but she remembered his willingness to say yes.

She also recalled how much she and her parents enjoyed his food and hospitality.

Together, these accounts show why Frank’s death has affected people across different generations of customers and staff. Some knew him through baseball, others through work, friendship or evenings at the bar.

The supplied tributes did not include funeral or memorial service arrangements. For now, those remembering Frank are sharing the moments they kept: a handshake, a laugh, an offer of help and the feeling of walking into a familiar place.

Frank Pines Sr., the founder and longtime owner of Scalpers Bar & Grille in Lyndhurst, is being remembered by friends, former employees and customers who spent decades gathering at his bar.

Their tributes describe a presence whose friendships continued long after a shift ended or a regular customer moved on.

In a Facebook tribute, Eric Kazen said Pines had died after a battle with pancreatic cancer. The memories shared by those who knew him center on his hospitality, his love of baseball and the friendships built inside Scalpers.

A Familiar Face on Mayfield Road

Sandy Worthing Alves recalled working at Applebee’s when Frank bought Enio’s around 1993 and began a new chapter on Mayfield Road. Like many others working and socializing nearby, she eventually found her way to Scalpers.

She remembered him as a bodybuilder, baseball enthusiast, owner and bouncer. His presence helped people feel comfortable and safe, while leaving little doubt about who kept order.

Her tribute also recalled the basement, where DJs, music and crowded nights became part of the bar’s identity. For the people who gathered there, Scalpers offered a place to meet friends and return to familiar faces.

Sandy wrote about his children and grandchildren, remembering family, baseball and the business as central parts of the life she watched him build.

Friendships That Lasted for Decades

One longtime friend reflected on more than 37 years of knowing Frank. During their early friendship, they saw each other several times a week. Although those visits became less frequent over time, getting together still felt as easy as it had decades earlier.

That memory echoes through other tributes. Scott Tyler said Frank had been present for important events in his life and would be missed every day.

Kazen remembered visiting Scalpers nearly every weekend with friends between roughly 2006 and 2011. His connection extended to playing on the bar’s softball team for years.

He also recalled Frank’s strong handshake, whether they met at Scalpers or while Frank was working security at The Feast. Kazen said this was the first year he had not seen him there.

For former employee April LoConti, the loss brought back memories of the years when Scalpers felt like home. She continued calling Frank “Bossman” long after working for him.

April remembered the laughter, lessons and support he gave her during a difficult period in her younger life. Her tribute thanked him for being such a large part of her story.

Remembering His Willingness to Help

Ann K Conti shared a memory of contacting Frank after her cancer diagnosis to ask about holding a fundraiser at Scalpers and Sharpys in Lyndhurst.

According to Ann, he responded immediately, agreed to help and told her whom to contact. Later health complications prevented her from organizing the event, but she remembered his willingness to say yes.

She also recalled how much she and her parents enjoyed his food and hospitality.

Together, these accounts show why Frank’s death has affected people across different generations of customers and staff. Some knew him through baseball, others through work, friendship or evenings at the bar.

The supplied tributes did not include funeral or memorial service arrangements. For now, those remembering Frank are sharing the moments they kept: a handshake, a laugh, an offer of help and the feeling of walking into a familiar place.