George “Gary” Pickens

George “Gary” Pickens

George “Gary” Pickens, age 65, passed away at Matsu Regional Hospital on September 20, 2021, surrounded by his family. He was born August 10, 1956, in Anchorage, AK to his parents, Ernest and Virginia Pickens.

Gary graduated from East High School, class of 1974. Most of his career was as a member of Teamsters Local 959 as a truck driver. He also worked with SBS, Uresco, and People Mover. He had been retired at the time of his passing.

Gary was a true Alaskan outdoorsman who loved anything hunting and fishing. He especially loved spending time with family and friends, but his main love in life was his son Thornne. He had a vibrant personality that was a lot of fun to be around and many good times were had by all who knew him, especially in the outdoors setting.

Gary is proceeded in death by his loving parents Ernest M. Pickens and Virginia Ann Iverson.

Gary is survived by his Son, Thornne Pickens; Siblings, Lora Burgamy, Sharon Brown (Kevin), Gregg Pickens (Wendi); nieces and nephews, Scott Lee (Kadie) and family, Jenna Wrice and family, Michael Burgamy, Kevin Burgamy, Kate Perkins (Koby) and family, Emily Burgamy, Jayson Pickens, Inez Pickens, Dameon Pickens; along with his Uncle, Ronald Bruhn (Sandra Bruhn) of Washington, as well as many cousins, great nieces and nephews, and friends.

The family will be holding a Celebration of Life on October 9, 2021, at the American Legion, Post 28 located in Anchorage at 7001 Brayton Dr. 99507 from 1-3pm. In Lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Thornne Pickens at Denali Federal Credit Union account# 753564112500