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Alvin Pickens Obituary
Alvin K. Pickens, 61, Lawrence passed away Sunday, November 17, 2013 at his home.
He was born March 22, 1952 in Leavenworth, KS the son of Alvy and Dorothy (Smith) Pickens.
He worked for D & D Tire and worked in tire industry for 30 years. He more recently worked in maintenance for Midwest Properties.
He married Barbara Rose Pennewell on February 7, 1979. They shared 34 years of marriage. She preceded him in death on January 29, 2012. He was also preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Wesley and Darrell Pickens.
Survivors include his children, Wesley Pickens and wife, Samantha, Billie Chamberlin, Monica Pickens, Jeni Pickens and Geoffery Beers; 13 grandchildren and many good friends.
A memorial gathering will be held at Warren-McElwain Mortuary, Friday, November 22, 2013 from 4-6 p.m. The family will have a private inurnment at a later date in Hubbell Hill Cemetery in Tonganoxie.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Alvin Pickens Memorial Fund and may be sent in care of the mortuary.
Online condolences may be sent to www.warrenmcelwain.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alvin Pickens
November 20, 2013
I was Alvins other roommate in the late 60s.sorry for your loss. James Graf
Loubie Wilks Sr
November 19, 2013
Sorry for your loss, you and your family is on my prayers and thoughts
November 19, 2013
What shock, such a nice man. Alvin all ways put a smile on my face.
Laura
November 19, 2013
My condolences to all the family. I went to school in Oskaloosa with Alvin's two brothers, Wesley and Darrell. They were good young men, too.
Sincerely,
Leland Domann
Summerville, SC
November 19, 2013
Monica, I am so sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. I know how hard it is to lose a parent. You have my most heart felt sympathy for you and the rest of your family. Hes flying with the Angels now and looking over you and your family. I pray you find peace in knowing that hes not suffering any longer. Love you Monic. Love Halli.
Ruth Lee
November 19, 2013
Tessa and the Pennewell family so sorry to hear this, I grew up in Tonganoxie and knew the Pickens family, will be in your prayers.
November 19, 2013
sorry for your loss
Cindy Quick
November 19, 2013
Your dad and your mother will be sorely missed. I am so glad to have gotten to know them. Al was always such a considerate person when Mike needed help. My prayers are with you all.
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