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Deanna Pickett Obituary
1947 - 2018
Deanna Cope was born July 17, 1947 in Sedro Woolley, Washington to Clifford (Blackie) Cope Jr. and Dellavon Sizemore Cope. Deanna went to Thurston Elm., Thurston Jr. High and graduating from Thurston High in 1965.
She married Dale F. Tuomi in February 1965. They later divorced. She married Arlen (Al) Pickett in February 1992 who preceded her death. They were active in the Moose Lodge and enjoyed traveling. Deanna resided in Yuma, Arizona until her death from congestive heart failure on February 20, 2018.
Her daughter, Candi Strehlow and brother Doug McLean preceded her in death. She is survived by son Dale Pickett (Lori), granddaughter Amanda Robinson (Nate), great-grandsons Nathaniel and Akai Robinson, granddaughter Amy Bird (Sean) and three grandsons Dustin Duncan of Sams Valley, Dylin Duncan, great- granddaughter Autumn, and Chris Strehlow of Medford, Oregon. She is also survived by her sister Sherry (Charlie) Andersen, of Salem, Oregon, Sandra Johnson of Cottage Grove, brothers Rick Cope of Triangle Lake, Oregon, Roger Steen (Tammra) Washington, Mike McLean (Sandy), Calif, Brent McLean (Barbara) Eugene, Oregon, Kevin McLean (MaryAnn) Washington and Todd McLean Washington and numerous nephews and nieces whom she loved with all her heart. When she had family around her she was the happiest.
Jen Abshure and her sons were very special as were all her friends. She was loved by many and will be missed everyday. The family of Deanna would like to thank our honorary and very loved sister Gayla Johnson for being a friend of a life time to Deanna and help taking care of her until the end.
Services for Deanna will be April 6th and 3:00 at Eagle Point National Cemetery, 2763 Riley Rd, Eagle Point Oregon 97524.
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Brent
April 14, 2018
One of my fun times growing up, Deanna and Dale took me deer hunting for a week when I had just turned 14 years old. That was 50 years ago.
Ray & Tamera Steen
April 14, 2018
Thanks for looking after Rollin Steen.
Gayla
April 14, 2018
We were into Mischief from first grade.
She loved everyone even the ones I did not like. She was ever faithful.
Todd Mclean
April 14, 2018
My sister was the best!
Deanna loved all of us to the bone.
I will always miss her.
Charlie Andersen
April 14, 2018
In Hawaii Deanna fell down in Surf and was unable to stay on her feet. She kept falling back it was hilarious.
Kara & Kim Cope
April 14, 2018
There are so many wonderful memories. Shopping was always important to us. I love her so much.
Lindsey Seger
April 14, 2018
So many wonderful memories and fun times with Aunt Deanna. I remember when she found abandoned kittens at the lake house and took them in helping to nurse them back to health and find families.
Jennifer Absher
April 14, 2018
There are so many memories. I will always treasure her response "Just Dandy!" when I asked her how she was. Even when things were not so Dandy.
April 14, 2018
Visiting the aquarium with Al and Deanna. I remember all the laughs and smiles we shared
April 14, 2018
A memory I have of her was when she brought us to Lego Land and Sea World.
Trudy Ann Gripp
April 14, 2018
Deanna and I made a promise for when it was time for her to leave. I asked her to brush by me and touch my shoulder so I knew she was on her way to heaven. She kept her promise. I love her so much
Barbara
April 14, 2018
Laughter and love
Our trips into Mexico were always an adventure. One time she had me give my phone number to the border patrol guard and he actually called me we had a great laugh over that.
Love you Aunt Deanna
Dylin Duncan
April 14, 2018
If it wasn't for you and Grandpa my brothers and I wouldn't have had a childhood. You taught me how to be respectful responsible and well-mannered. You took me on trips across the country and gave me memories that I will never forget.
Dustin Duncan
April 14, 2018
Rubver Hose!
Pam & Kelly Clarkson
April 14, 2018
When she and Al use to stop by Marysville it was always fun. I gave her some stuff that she loved in my house. We always had good laughs, memories, and lots of fun. She always had new Jewelry to show us
Pam Carlson
April 14, 2018
I remember going to Triangle Lake in Oregon with Aunt Dell, Uncle Cliff, and my Cousins. Deanna was always the life of the party where ever she went.
Lori Russell
April 6, 2018
Deanna,
Your suffering is over now and God has you wrapped in his loving arms. Everyone that knew you will cherish the memories. I don't think you ever met a stranger. You were always there for anyone no matter what their needs were. The puppies are doing great. Gracie lives next door from us. Sue Sue is now a member of our family. Every time we look at Sue Sue we think of you and Papa. We miss and love you. Until we meet again cousin.
Roy
March 19, 2018
Rest in peace have joy in the Lord he will also love you
Dale Pickett
March 18, 2018
I will miss her!
She always knew how to make me laugh at life's silly things.
She would give you a "You're out of your mind" look when you didn't agree with the gospel she just told you.
She loved to say "Here's the thing!" to which I knew she was going to explain why I was wrong. LOL
She use to tell me the "Thing in the thinger isn't working" and wonder why it would take me so long to resolve the issue. :)
Rest in peace Deanna,
Dale
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