Edward Lee Pickett's Obituary
Edward Lee Pickett, age 79, of Cutler, IL, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Fairview Rehabilitation and Healthcare, DuQuoin, IL.
Edward was born on February 10, 1941 in Sparta, IL, a son to Ralph and Dorothy (Harris) Pickett. On August 16, 1969, he married Marilyn Jane Hagene. She proceeded him in death on October 15, 2020. Edward worked at Spartan Printing in the Pressroom for more than 30 years. He then worked for DYC Blanket Supply until he retired. Edward was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved racing and working on his '72 Red Dodge Demon Dart and his '73 Plum Purple Baracuda. He also loved taking photos of nature, his family and of all the places he was lucky enough to visit.
Edward is survived by his six children, Linda (Fred) Davitz of Chester, IL, Keneth (Cara) Pickett of Sparta, IL, Donald Pickett of Leadwood, MO, June (John) McManus of Coulterville, IL, Rhonda (Rob) Ebbler of Percy, IL and Jennifer (Josh) Higgerson of Pinckneyville, IL; one sister, Connie (Gary) Rowley of Sparta, IL; three brothers-in-law, Mike (Patty) Hagene, Leo (Diann) Hagene and Steve (Vicki) Hagene; one sister-in law, Dorothy (Jim) Mohr; fifteen grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Marilyn "Janie" Pickett; his parents; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Clarence and Annabelle Hagene; one brother, Charles Pickett; and one brother-in-law, Lawrence Rainey.
Private services will be held with Father Augustine Ibezimako officiating. Interment will be in St. Bruno Cemetery, Pinckneyville, IL.
Covid resurgence restrictions will be adhered to, attendance will be limited and social distancing will be enforced. All attendees are asked to wear a mask.
Memorial donations may be made to the Perry County Humane Society.
Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL has been entrusted with arrangements.
Click here to view the video of Mr. Pickett's service.
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