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Jake Pickle Obituary
Funeral arrangements pending for longtime Austin representative
By Bruce Hight
AMERICAN-STATESMAN STAFF
Saturday, June 18, 2005
Retired U.S. Rep. Jake Pickle, 91, of Austin died peacefully at 7:35 a.m. today at his home in Westminster Manor. His wife, Beryl, was with him, a family spokesman said.
A statement issued by the family said, "Jake Pickle represented the people of Central Texas with integrity for three decades. He was a grassroots politician who made decisions based on the needs of his constituency, not political gain.
"He was a mentor to many who returned the favor with loyalty and friendship," the statement added. "In addition to a distinguished career, Jake Pickle was dedicated to his family, who will miss him greatly."
Funeral arrangements are pending with Weed-Corley-Fish funeral home.
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