Obituary for Gerald W. Pickens Gerald W. Pickens, 86, died Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at his residence in Jackson, TN after a long illness. He was born in Lockseburg, AR to the parents of Willie and Romadell Pickens. He graduated Memphis State University with a doctorate in Jurisprudence and had his own law firm. He was a Mason, a Shriner, a Deacon at Wards Grove Baptist Church, and was a Korean War Navy Veteran. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Thresia Dunn Pickens of Jackson, TN; two sons, Prentis and Deborah Pickens of Bartlett, TN; Gary and Jennifer Pickens of Hermitage, TN; six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Marie Pickens McFarland. He loved music and was a talented musician playing the Tuba in the Shriner’s Band, enjoyed reading, and loved music in general. SERVICES: The family will be receiving friends on Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. with a funeral service following at 2:00 P.M. at Wards Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Wards Grove Cemetery. Arrington Funeral Directors, 148 W. University Parkway, 731-668-1111 www.arringtonfuneralgroup.com Upcoming Events Visitation © Stadia Maps, © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap Get Driving Directions DEC 1. 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Wards Grove Baptist Church 672 Law Road Lexington, TN, US, 38351 Funeral Service © Stadia Maps, © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap Get Driving Directions DEC 1. 2:00 PM Wards Grove Baptist Church 672 Law Road Lexington, TN, US, 38351 Cemetery Details Wards Grove 672 Law Road Lexington, TN, 38351 © Stadia Maps, © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap Get Driving Directions (731) 668-1111 Menu Share a Memory Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Google+ Gerald W. Pickens January 7, 1932 – November 28, 2018 Login Print The family of Gerald W. Pickens created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories. Obituary & Service Gerald W. Pickens, 86, died Wednesday, November … View More Photos & Videos Share and view memories of Gerald … View Photos & Videos Services & Events 1 Dec Visitation 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM View Events & Details Tribute Wall Photos & Videos Obituary + More Information Obituary for Gerald W. Pickens Gerald W. Pickens, 86, died Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at his residence in Jackson, TN after a long illness. He was born in Lockseburg, AR to the parents of Willie and Romadell Pickens. He graduated Memphis State University with a doctorate in Jurisprudence and had his own law firm. He was a Mason, a Shriner, a Deacon at Wards Grove Baptist Church, and was a Korean War Navy Veteran. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Thresia Dunn Pickens of Jackson, TN; two sons, Prentis and Deborah Pickens of Bartlett, TN; Gary and Jennifer Pickens of Hermitage, TN; six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Marie Pickens McFarland. He loved music and was a talented musician playing the Tuba in the Shriner’s Band, enjoyed reading, and loved music in general. SERVICES: The family will be receiving friends on Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. with a funeral service following at 2:00 P.M. at Wards Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Wards Grove Cemetery. Arrington Funeral Directors, 148 W. University Parkway, 731-668-1111 www.arringtonfuneralgroup.com Upcoming Events Visitation © Stadia Maps, © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap Get Driving Directions DEC 1. 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Wards Grove Baptist Church 672 Law Road Lexington, TN, US, 38351 Funeral Service © Stadia Maps, © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap Get Driving Directions DEC 1. 2:00 PM Wards Grove Baptist Church 672 Law Road Lexington, TN, US, 38351 Cemetery Details Wards Grove 672 Law Road Lexington, TN, 38351 © Stadia Maps, © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap Get Driving Directions Explorer What We Do Overview Honoring Life Designing Your Funeral Funeral Services Permanent Memorialization Veteran’s Services Grief & Healing Overview 365 Days of Grief Support Grief Support Resources Youth & Funerals About Us Overview History & Staff National Museum of Funeral History Facilities & Directions Professional Membership Testimonials Community Events Resources Overview General Price List Helpful Links Merchandise When a Death Occurs Funeral Etiquette Frequently Asked Questions Vital ICE Plan Ahead Overview Why Should I Plan Ahead Pre-Planning Checklist Online Pre-Planning Form Have the Talk of a Lifetime Giving The Gift of Life Obituaries Search Obituaries Obituary Notifications Contact Information Telephone: (731) 668-1111 Fax: (731) 668-1133 Email: Click here 365 Days of Grief Support Sign up for our daily email affirmations by entering your information below. First Name Email Address subscribe Arrington Funeral Directors: (731) 668-1111 View General Pricing List © 2018 Arrington Funeral Directors – Funeral Home Website Design by funeralOne
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Death notice for the town of: Jackson, state: Tennessee