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Lawrence Pickarts Obituary

Pickarts, Lawrence Allan, was born April 19, 1916 in Cleveland, Ohio, to William Allan and Dorothy Maybelle (Benns) Pickarts. He passed away Thursday, August 12, 2010 in the company of his family at the age of 94. Lawrence was a retired KG&E employee of 43 years. He was a veteran of the US Air Force serving during WWII. Lawrence was a member of the Wichita Masonic Lodge #99, Scottish Rite Consistory, and Midian Shrine. Preceding him in death were his parents, William and Dorothy Pickarts. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Mary Irene; daughter, Suzanne K. Pickarts (Robert Montogmery); son, Douglas Allan Pickarts (Jaime Hernandez); grandson, Marshall Allan Pickarts. Funeral service will be held, Tuesday, August 17, 2010 at 1 p.m. at Old Mission Mortuary. Viewing will be 1 hour prior to service. Memorials to Shriner's Hospital's for Children, 2001 S Lindbergh Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63131-3597.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Aug. 15 to Aug. 16, 2010.

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Georgiaday Hall

November 30, 2010

Our sympathy to the family. So great to have you touch our lives through Carol's research.
From a Canadian relative (Winnipeg, Canada)Georgiaday Hall

Dana Pinsker Harpool

August 22, 2010

I cherish fond memories of Forest Hills and Mr. Pickarts. May your hearts find peace and comfort.

Union Rescue Mission

August 20, 2010

We were saddened when we heard about the passing of Lawrence. We always appreciated his concern and support of the Union Rescue Mission. When suffering the loss of a loved one, it is never easy. May God give you strength and peace during this most difficult time.

The Corby's

August 17, 2010

The Corby family offers are most sincere thoughts and deepest prayers as you suffer the loss of your father and grandfather. Sharing in your sorrow, and sincerely hoping, that knowing others understand, will help to comfort you.

Carol Kaita

August 16, 2010

Tillie, Doug and Suzanne,

On behalf of the Canadian branch of the Pollard families our sympathy to you in the passing of Lawrence.

Perhaps in time you can remember not so much that Lawrence died but that he lived.

Thinking of you all and tonight my husband Fred and myself are thinking of Lawrence and what meaning he gave so freely to our lives.

Carol and Fred Kaita

Marilyn Harp

August 16, 2010

Doug, Suzanne and Tillie, I send you my warmest thoughts during this difficult time. I have memories of your family back to the early 1960's. Doug, remember how we maximized the shrimp dinners by inviting each other to family meals?

August 16, 2010

Doug, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Beth Two Hatchett

August 16, 2010

Heartfelt condolences to Lawrence's family - we will always remember his willingness to share a story, his keen mind and array of entertaining clocks! We honor Lawrence's life, accomplishments and love for his family. Rest in peace - Alexsandra, Ben and Alex Lefkort

August 15, 2010

Lawrence's neighbors in Forest Hills extend our deepest sympathy to Tilly, Suzanne, Doug and families as you mourn his earthly loss.

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