Savannah, GA
Danny Ray Pickell, age 55, passed away Tuesday at his residence with his family by his side and under the care of Gentiva Hospice. He was a lifelong resident of Savannah and was a 1976 graduate of Savannah High School where he was a member of the state championship baseball team. Danny was a member of First Baptist Church of the Islands where he sang in the church choir. He was a former member and deacon of the Whitemarsh Baptist Church. Danny adored spending time with his grandchildren loved to play sports, and loved the University of Georgia Bulldogs. He was the coordinator of the Islands Church softball league and the coach of the First Baptist #1 team. Danny was very family oriented and was loved by all of his family and friends.
Survivors include his wife, Jeannette S. Pickell; his son, Robert Lee Pickell; his daughter, Danielle Pickell (Kyle) McGinnis, all of Savannah; three grandchildren, Suthern and Julia Pickell, and Tristin Sutton; his sister, Donna Pickell (Mark) Rollison of Charlotte, NC; his cousin, Jean Anchors of Savannah; five brothers-in-law, five sisters-in-law; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Friday from 11:00 until 12:00 at Fairhaven Funeral Home, Hubert C. Baker Chapel.
The funeral service will be held Friday at 12:00 P.M. at Fairhaven Funeral Home, Hubert C. Baker Chapel with Rev. Brooks Cail officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network www.purplestride.org/savannah in Danny's memory.
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October 10, 2013
Craig Hughes
Jeannette,
I just today heard of Danny's passing. As I ran into him over the last few months, I was struck by his courage and his determination. He fought a brave fight, but that's what we'd expect from Danny. As many have said here, he was the type of person everyone loved and respected. He always had a smile and a good word, even as he told me of his illness. While I know he's in a better place, I still grieve with you in your loss. I pray that you all will remember the many, many happy times you enjoyed with Danny, and in the process that God will comfort you. I will keep you all in my prayers.
October 7, 2013
jannette this is gary and Barbara hill its been a long time I am so sorry about garys cousin I saw jean at a wake yesterday please we love you and you will be in our prayers I will call you. we would have been there. I am so sorry. talk to you soon. love barb and gary hill
October 2, 2013
Rick Quarles
Danny was a great guy. I knew him for about 15 years and he was always a positive light even when things weren't perfect. His passing is a great loss to us but I know he is in a better place. Love and blessings to his family and friends.
September 28, 2013
Erica Howell
My prayers are with you and your Family. I am truly sorry about your loss. May God Bless you through this time of suffering.....
September 27, 2013
Mary Ellen Callais
Jeanette, Lee and Danielle... I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that although I was out of town today and unable to make the funeral, you all were in my thoughts and prayers continually. I will continue to pray for you all. One of the things I loved about Danny is that he trusted me to coach when he wasn't there. Not everyone would have handed the reins over to a woman, but Danny would and did. I know you will all miss him so much. God bless all of you.
September 27, 2013
Bob FriTts
Jeanette and family -- Danny was a great man who genuinely loved people. He demonstrated to many an attitude of community. He will be sorely missed. May God bless you and your family during this most difficult time
September 27, 2013
Glen Wilson
Danny was a good man for all the people who knew him. pooler
September 27, 2013
Pam Wilkes
Prayers for you Jeanette and your family.
September 27, 2013
Danny and his sister, Donna were friends of mine 30+ years ago. I have many treasured memories of the Pickell family that will live on in my heart forever. It is a comforting thought that the virtues and values that Danny lived by are also present and will be carried forward by his children and grandchildren. God bless you Jeannette and Donna and your extended family. With sincere love, Dianne Durden, Macon, GA
September 27, 2013
Dewey DeLettre
Jeannette, We are so sorry for your loss. Danny was a great guy and friend to all who knew him. He will be missed. No more pain now. Let us know if we can help in any way.
Dewey and Kathryn
September 27, 2013
Michelle McGahee
Sending prayers and condolences during your time of loss.
September 27, 2013
Tammy Hodges
Jeanette and family,
We are so sorry for you loss. Danny was a wonderful man and friend. We know he has moved on to a much Greater place and there isn't any more pain for him. We are here for you and will help you in any way . We love you all.
September 27, 2013
Stan & Cindy Sova
Jeannette, Lee, Danielle: May God give you the peace and comfort that only God can give ... may the love of your friends and family carry you ... prayers continuing ... with love ...
September 27, 2013
Annette Ramsberger-Tucker
So sorry for your loss....sending you prayers at this most difficult time...you now have an angel watching over you....Annette Ramsberger Tucker
September 27, 2013
Holly Burke
We are so sorry for your loss, Jeannette, and that of your family. May God bring you peace and comfort in this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love, Holly Burke and Martha Burke, and family
September 26, 2013
Lynn Troughton
Jeannette and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Mark & Lynn Troughton
September 26, 2013
Leland & Angie Prewitt &family
Jeanette & Family,
May God comfort you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 26, 2013
Wes Long
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I played ball in the 70's with and against Danny. He was a great ballplayer but more than that a great person. God's peace be with you.
September 26, 2013
Rick & Martha Sandefur
Jeannette,
As I learned of Danny passing my thoughts took me back some 40 years to when I heard that you and Danny began dating. Over 4 decades we have maintained a friendship that has seen our paths cross many times, our kids growing up together and each of us witnessing their marriages. Now that Danny has made it to the "Ultimate World Series", I will always cherish the memories we made together. We love you and your family very much.
September 26, 2013
Rick & Martha Sandefur
Dear Jeannette, Rick and I were so saddened to hear of Danny's passing. He was truly a man who was loved and respected by many. No words can take away the pain and sorrow you now feel, but know that so many people love you and are praying for you. As you have shown through this difficult time, your faith and trust in the Lord will be your strength. We will continue to lift you and your family up in our prayers.
September 26, 2013
DeAnne Gordon
Jeannette, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!
DeAnne Gordon
(Skip Jennings's office)
September 26, 2013
Carolyn Peloquin
My heart and prayers go out to your family. I have been thru this as you know and I found peace from my children and friends when it got tough. I am sure there is a ball game in heaven just waiting for Danny to arrive. I will pray for you all in the coming days and weeks.
September 26, 2013
Kip & Cary Woodworth
Jeannette, you and your family are in our prayers.
September 26, 2013
Tricia Helmey
Jeannette and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers...he was a wonderful person that will be missed by many.
September 26, 2013
Larry & Cheryl Mayorga
Jeannette,
Our hearts are heavy with Danny's passing. Danny was a blessing to all who were fortunate enough to have known him! He had the kindest soul of anyone we have ever known. Danny has left a lasting impression on our life. He truly led by example! We will always remember him as a man of character, a "true" man of Faith with such a deep and abundant love for his Family and Friends.
We will hold you, Lee, Danielle, Kyle, those precious grandkids, and all family members close to our hearts and we will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers! We will rejoice that Danny is now "whole again", no longer in pain, and in the arms of our Heavenly Father. God's blessings to all of you!
September 26, 2013
Jamie Gibson
Jeannette,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry to hear about Danny's passing. The love you shared will never end. Watch it grow through your kids and grandchildren. Danny will be missed but never forgotten. Jamie, Tim and boys
September 26, 2013
Tina Denmark
Jeannette,
I had no idea that Danny was sick. He was always such a great guy and was always very nice to me. I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
September 26, 2013
Tommy & Ann Cupstid
Sending our thoughts and prayers to Jeannette and family. So saddened to hear this news. We have such great memories of Danny and his love of family, baseball, and friends.
September 26, 2013
Steve Edwards
Jeanette you and the family are in my prayers. Danny was a good man
September 26, 2013
Julie Hendrix
Danny was such a nice man who always had smile even when you could tell he wasn't feeling well. I will miss seeing him at the ballfield. God's speed, Julie Hendrix
September 26, 2013
Nicky Evans
To the entire Pickell family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Danny was a great competitor all his life and I was saddened to hear of his passing. With sympathy
September 26, 2013
Erin Howard
Jeanette, Lee, Danielle, and family,
I am truly so sorry to hear about Danny. He was a good man, fun-loving guy, and great softball coach. Our family loved going to the games to cheer on the team. When they were a little younger, the kids would always ask me if Mr. "Pickle" was going to coach the game; I thought that was so funny, and Danny had a good laugh when I told him. I know the days ahead will be tough but eventually time will ease the pain. Praise God that Danny is now with his King and no longer in pain. Our family loves you all and will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Erin, Jay, & kids
September 26, 2013
Brenda Johnson
Your memories are forever. May the peace that passes all understanding be with you and your family always. God bless you! Tom and I love you very much!
September 26, 2013
Debbie Hartley
Jeannette and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending my love and prayers.
September 26, 2013
Bea Ribal
Time got away from throughout the years. However, Michelle kept me informed on Danny as best as she could. My prayers are with you and your family now as Danny is in the best hands ever. Losing a loved one is never easy but God is by your side and will guide your through this time.
September 26, 2013
Cheri Phillips
So very sorry to hear about the passing of Danny. Always enjoyed playing softball with him at Whitmarsh Baptist. Great guy and great family and truly loved the Lord! Prayers and blessing to all of you and always remember God's promise that you will see him again!
Cheri (Wilmoth) Phillips
September 26, 2013
Cecil, Jean & Noah Medina
Nette Nette, Danielle, and Lee, we will always remember Danny as a Godly man who loved to have a good time. He always made choir interesting and fun! He was the best singer in men's section too! Lots of great memories! He always had a hankie stashed for all of us who cried.....a lot. But most of all we will remember him for his love of Christ. Love and prayers are yours!
September 26, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kim (Ridgway) Bennett
September 26, 2013
Judy Walker
Jeannette,Lee, Danielle and all I am so sorry for your loss. Danny was truly a wonderful man and his faith and family came first. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take comfort knowing Danny is out of pain.
September 26, 2013
Chris Matthews
Jeannette, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family with Danny's passing. He suffers no more and is finally pain free up there with my dad and brother. God Bless you and your family.
September 26, 2013
Jeannette, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult and heartbreaking time. Let the love you and Danny shared comfort you now and forever.
Sherry(Brettin)Webster
September 26, 2013
Stephanie Graham-Spencer
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
September 25, 2013
Deborah Mundy
Will always remember Danny with a smile. All the times The boys spent together growing up, my little ones enjoying the back yard clubs! Such a blessing your family has always been to us. Our love and prayers to your family.
September 25, 2013
Stacy Arnold
He was a wonderful man who meant so much to so many people. We will always love and miss him. Our prayers, thoughts, and hearts go out to his family Jeannette, Lee and Danielle ?
September 25, 2013
Jeanette, Lee, Danielle, and Kyle; It can't be put into words the heartache we feel with Danny's death. He was definitely a shining star in a sometimes dark world. Our prayer is that you'll find comfort and peace in the days to come. Praying for you, and rejoicing in the fact the Danny's with "grandma" Julia and others now. Todd and Carole Foster
September 25, 2013
Amanda Robbins (Bowe)
I was only around Mr. Pickell a few times but those few times I have never forgot. He was a very memorable person. He told me the funniest story one time about him and Jeanette and I have never forgot it. I laugh every time I think of it. your family is in my prayers Jeanette. So sorry for your loss.
September 25, 2013
Danny Pickell was an excellent baseball player and an even better person. It was a pleasure to have known you and coached against you.
Gary Shephard
Clarksville, Tn.
September 25, 2013
John ONeil
Danny was the man on the mound in church softball and life, love to the Pickell family always. John O'Neil.
September 25, 2013
Jay Howard
As many have said already, I will be praying for you all through this season. Loved Danny !!! Love you all!
September 25, 2013
KENNY AND SALLY SCHUMAN
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
September 25, 2013
Dickey & Jennie Best
Jeannette, Lee, Danielle, Kyle, and Family, I will miss a man who I have loved and admired. Praise God, he suffers no longer. We pray for you as you grieve his loss, but cherish his life and salvation.
September 25, 2013
Sherri Burnsed Connolly
The Pickell family will always be in our prayers. God will give you strength to get through these hard times. You may never forget but it does get easier to live. Danny is better off than us here on earth for he is being comforted in heaven.
September 25, 2013
Sabrina Burke
Praying for you and your family!
September 25, 2013
Gary Helmey
I only knew Danny for a brief few years, but it was not hard to see he was a man of great charater. My prayers to you, Jeanette, and your family.
September 25, 2013
Donna Plumbley
Jeannette...you and your kids, grand kids, and entire family are in my thoughts tonight, and have been since yesterday when I heard the news. I know the days and weeks ahead are going to be very tough, cause you have loved Danny for so long. But after seeing the strength and the courage that you have shown throughout this journey, I have no doubt that you will be ok. You have a extended family at your church and at work, who love you and will be there when you just need a shoulder to cry on. And even though I regret not getting to see Danny, I think now it was a blessing, because I want to remember the Danny I knew, not the one this cancer had made him. He was a dear sweet man, and I will miss seeing him at the top of the choir loft! God bless you all!
September 25, 2013
Amy Malphrus
So sad you are gone but so jealous that you are in a wayyyy better place now. Love ya Mr. Danny
September 25, 2013
Kelly and Darren Scott
Danielle and Kyle,
We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss and know this must be a very hard time for your whole family. God bless.
September 25, 2013
Renee Oliver
My sincere condolences go out to you Jeannette and your family. Danny is a great person and I know he will be missed by many. Glad he no longer suffers in pain, but so sorry he had to leave your side to be released from his pain. God only takes the best to be with him and he definitely got a great man this time! You are always in my thoughts and prayers! God bless and comfort you all and give you peace!
September 25, 2013
matt oneal
last time i saw danny was when he took my pic for my pass on my first day on the job at savannah auto painting and auto body!!!!
September 25, 2013
Eulie Boyd
....My thoughts and prayers have been with everyone in the family for a long time now....Danny was a man I looked up to....God rest
September 25, 2013
Jeannette,
Words can not express the sorrow I feel for you and your family when I learned of Danny's passing. There are people that you meet in life that you know you will never forget. Danny was one of those people. I have nothing but great memories of him and you and Donna. Memories I will never forget. You and your family will be in my prayers and please know that I send you my love and best wishes always. RIP "Pic".
Randy Oliver
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