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Roy R. Pickens
1943 2016

Roy R. Pickens

March 27, 1943 — April 6, 2016

Roy R. Pickens, 73, was ushered into Eternal Peace on April 6, 2016, following an extended illness. He was born in Canton on March 27, 1943 to the late Raymond and Velda (Farrel) Pickens. Roy was a graduate of Perry High School and worked for Central State Can until his retirement in 1993. Roy was a dedicated family man, and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. Roy loved hunting, fishing and puzzles. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn (Seifert) Pickens, whom he married on April 11, 1964; their children, Diana ( Pickens) Willey, Robert (Lea) Pickens and David (Shannon) Pickens all of Canton; ten grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a sister, Joanne (Frank) Midiri of Taylorville, IL, Clifford (Jean) Pickens of Hanover, PA, Curtis (Patricia) Pickens of Canton and Walter (Loralie) Pickens of Brewster. He is also preceded in death by a sister, Bonnie Hartwell. Friends may call at the Paquelet Funeral Home on Sunday, April 10, 2016 from 4:00pm-6:00pm with a Prayer service to follow at 6:00pm. A private Graveside service will be held at a later date.

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Sunday, April 10, 2016

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