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Judy Pickens Obituary

HAMPTON - Judy Harris Pickens, born November 18, 1956 to Catherine Warren Harris and the late Joseph Harris, Jr., went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 14, 2014. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Lionel Pickens; her children, Jonathan (Tanya), Michelle (Kevin) and LaChelle; grandchildren, Davon, Keivon, Haley and Jaylin. A homegoing celebration will be held 11 a.m., Friday, December 19, 2014 at First Baptist Church Jefferson Park, 615 -42nd St., Newport News. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Viewing will begin at 1 p.m., followed by a wake service from 6 to 7 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home. Mrs. Pickens will lie in state two hours prior to the service at the church on Friday. O.H. Smith & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.

Published by Daily Press on Dec. 17, 2014.
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I really miss your smiling face. Your sweet personality. You were one of a kind. Family be encouraged.

Dr, Aljean Lyons

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December 11, 2020

Our prayers are with you.

Annie Ruth Edwards and the Mattress family
Anderson,SC

December 23, 2014

I am sorry for your loss. Judy is in the presence of God. She is truly one of His Angel on earth and now back in Heaven. Blessings to the family throughout this difficult time.

Robert Clayton

December 20, 2014

to the Pickens family
god bless you and your family doing this
Time

December 19, 2014

My the peace of god comfort the family in the departure of Judy.

Lester Richards

December 19, 2014

Daughter you were blessed with a wonderful mother and father. Your mother was special to me. She was kind and sweet never once did she complain. I did not know she was ill, but that showed her faith. Love you guys and I am here when you need me., Jesus Loved your mother and He loves you.

Dr. Aljean Lyons

December 19, 2014

To the Pickens and Harris family, We thank God for Gus glory in all things. Judy was one of the nicest people I have met. Always pleasant and sweet never heard her raise her voice always a smile, I will miss her very much and I loved her and I believed she loved me. Stay encouraged family. Judy has her wings, Be blessed Much love Dr. Lyons.

Dr. Aljean Lyons

December 19, 2014

Praying comfort and strength for you and your family during this time of loss.

Mable Grimes Young

December 19, 2014

To LaChelle,Johnathan, Michelle, & Mr.Lionel
I know right now the road may seem rough but in time it will become easier I know it's not easy but it will get there. I love you and Mrs. Judy legends will live on through you.
Love Always Rosebud & family

Rosebud Henderson

December 19, 2014

To the Pickens family, sending my deepest condolences, prayers and love to you all. Lionel, I've always been so proud of the man you became . Judy had a wonderful life because of the person you were. She was always happy and seem so content. You guys was so good together. I am so sorry for your lose.

. Lachelle , you were her baby and your mother will always be with you in sprit. I know you will continue to make her proud. Trust in God and find comfort knowing so many people are praying for you and the family. Judy will be missed so much by the Aberdeen Community.
Phyllis Nedd

December 18, 2014

LaChelle you and your family have my heart felt condolences. Please let me know if you need anything. Love Ya!

Ellen Madison

December 18, 2014

We were totally shocked to hear about Judy. We had no idea that she was even sick and are grieved to lose her. She was the most wonderful person always encouraging others and checking on us to see that we were ok.We never heard an unkind word from her. We are very sad for your loss and know that it is a great loss to us at Curves. We all loved Judy.

Jeannie Saunders

December 18, 2014

Judy was indeed a delight to know and now she leaves her daughter Lachelle who without a shadow of a doudt will continue to keep that light alive. Lachelle is in good hands Judy cause she has a heavenly father that is keeping her on a daily bases and will continue to keep her through this season of sorrow , heaviness and dispair. As this candle continues to burn know it's flicker will never go out and if you are willing it will show you the way. Love u Lachelle and may the peace of God rain down on u and your family now @ forever .more.

Kathy Keesee

December 18, 2014

Pickens Family,

My deepest condolences goes out to your family. Lachelle, I am positive that she can not wait to see you walk this May for Heaven.

Michael Johnson

December 18, 2014

May you find comfort in the many fond memories of and special moments shared with Judy.Trust in the Lord and he will direct you paths. He promised to never leave or forsake us.

Rev. James W. & Valerie P. Ricks

December 18, 2014

Lachelle, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Lisa

December 18, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the Picken's family during this time, I worked with Judy for a little over 5 years, in that time she was like a second mother to me always encouraging me to do whatever I wished for myself she not only way a coworker but my sons teacher at childtime, I am honored to say that I seen many childrens lives that she touched and adults, if I ever needed Anything Miss Judy was always there for me! She is loved by so many and will be missed, but one thing I know for sure Is she's in heaven with her savior looking down on us always as a guardian angel! RIP Miss Judy

Ashleigh & Ryan Owens

December 17, 2014

She was such a joy to know. She was a beautiful person and will be greatly missed.

Yvette Turner

December 17, 2014

May you the family of Judy, find comfort in knowing to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.We offer our sincere sympathy during this difficult time. Darryl and Cheryl Owens (Portsmouth,Va)

December 17, 2014

Sorry for your loss I work with Judy at the day care in buck row beach God bless all the family's

Jerri Eimer

December 17, 2014

LaChelle and Family,
May beautiful and sweet memories of Judy give you comfort in the days ahead. I pray that God will strengthen you and give you peace.

Stephanie Winder

December 17, 2014

Prayers of comfort to the Pickens family during this difficult time. May GOD keep you all in HIS care.
Lynn Blizzard and Family

Lynn Blizzard

December 17, 2014

Our love and sympathy is with the entire Pickens, Scott, Harris Family at this time. Know that God keeps you in His loving arms, guiding through this valley. Mike and Lenci

Val Short

December 17, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to the Pickens family. May God grant you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Paul and Yvonne Ellis

December 17, 2014

Words can not express how sadden I was to hear of Judy's passing. I pray that the family will Look To The Hills From Which Cometh Our Help, Strengh and Comfort.
God Bless You;
Sandra (Sis Mac)

December 17, 2014

To Jonathan, Michelle, Lachelle and Lionel. Our family was deeply sadden to hear about Judy. In your darkest hour God will show you the light. May God bless and keep you all. The Dove Family

December 17, 2014

My the family find peace at this time.

Joanne Peoples-Marshall

December 17, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Charlie & Diane Harris

December 17, 2014

Praying for you and your family. So sorry for your loss.

Carmella Breeden

December 17, 2014

Sending our sincere sympathy to the family. May God keep you.

Aaron Brown & Family

December 17, 2014

May the grace of God and sweet memories of one who is loved by many, sustain you at this time.

The Parker Family Tyrone, Zelda, Chayla, and Chelsea

December 17, 2014

Heaven gained an angel early Sunday morning...May God Bless the Pickens family. I will miss my Ms. Judy. I will miss her smile, her laughter, and most importantly her love. She was so encouraging to me when my son was sick. I will never forget the way she hugged me so tight, looked me in my eyes and said "its gonna be alright". She always would tell me "i love that song by Shirley Caesar - "He's working it out for you" so "i know he's working it out for you". She was a real prayer warrior. Be Blessed Pickens family and dont worry you will see her again xoxo
Pamela Stephenson

December 17, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home

December 17, 2014

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