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William Pickering Obituary

PICKERING - William, of Glen Head, on September 16, 2008. President U.A.W. Local 259. Loving son of Eleanor and the late Frederick. Dear brother of Frederick. Devoted fiance of Catherine Canavan. Also survived by his family, friends and union brothers and sisters. The family will receive friends Thursday 7-9pm and Friday 3-5 and 7-9pm at McLaughlin Kramer Megiel Funeral Home 220 Glen St. Glen Cove. Funeral private. Donations in his name may be made to Sam Meyers Scholarship Fund or Cancer Care of Long Island.

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Published by Newsday on Sep. 18, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for William Pickering

9 Entries

Robert Tilley

March 4, 2023

Billy was my cousin. I met him, his parents and his brother, Fred, when I went to live with my grandparents in Hicksville in 1963. I visited the Pickering home in Glen Cove a couple of times and they came to visit my grandparents in Hicksville. It's been many years, but I enjoyed the times (1963 to 1965) when we came together and I played with the boys. I am sorry to hear that Billy passed away years before his time. Peace.

ROE MARRONE

September 28, 2008

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I KNEW BILLY WAY BACK WHEN IT'S BEEN YEARS SINCE I LEFT GLEN COVE BUT BILLY WAS ONE OF THE NICEST PEOPLE YOU WILL KNOW MY MEMORY OF HIM IS WITH HIS CAMERA WITH HIM MUCH OF THE TIME WHEN EVER HE CAME INTO 711,THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Joanne Giwojna

September 28, 2008

We saw each other infrequently over the years, but, I was fortunate enough to see you and spend time talking to you this past May, at your Mom's. You were cleaning the pollen off your Corvette, all the while telling me about your battle with this disease. You were so positive, I prayed you would beat this. I will treasure that day and feel truly blessed. That time was a gift.

Doug Ridenour

September 23, 2008

I'll always remember sitting on Jeanne and Pete's front step, drinking a few beers and solving the problems of the auto industry. Sorrow doesn't explain the world's loss....

Sheryl Alekseiunas/Dembowski

September 22, 2008

Wanted to say what a great wonderful man Billy was, He new me when I born until this day. Thanks Billy for everything say hi to Grandpa & Grandma. I'll miss you.,

Lori Ridenour

September 22, 2008

I was shocked when I learned of the passing of my dear friend, Billy. He was always a bright spot in my life. Catherine, thank you for giving him your love. He adored you and your children. Knowing Billy for his 50 years, he'll be missed deeply..Go with God, Billy. Say hi to Mom and Dad...

Ken

September 19, 2008

A man who so loved and lived for the UAW and the people in it, he would call everyone 'Brother'. Sad and shocking news. Seems like yesterday Bill and I stood around talking about the bands at Feb's and what the 'suits' needed to do in the ivory towers to turn the American automobile back to its former glory.God help anyone in heaven who doesnt believe in the CBA! Take care BIll-give em hell!

Gary delgrosso

September 19, 2008

to the pickering family
What a good kind fun talented interesting kid. Thrity years ago I never doubted his ability to find sucess he found it. He did really good and stood out from the crowd.

he was a good cat

my eternal love to you Billy

Jim Bates

September 18, 2008

I was shocked to hear of Billy's passing. Our condolences to his family. I was just thinking of him last night and remembering all the good times we all had while working at Suburban Pointiac, way before he even thought of running the union. I was even thinking of how we could get in touch with him, since we have moved from Glen Cove. God Bless.

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