Dwayne Douglas Pickett

Dwayne Douglas Pickett, 69, of Aberdeen, Maryland, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026.
Born on October 4, 1956, Dwayne was a proud Marylander whose life reflected the strength, humility, and generosity of a true “salt of the Earth” man. He was the kind of person who would give you the shirt off his back without hesitation. His laughter was easy, his presence steady, and his heart always open.
Dwayne found his greatest joy on the water. Whether he was fishing at sunrise, crabbing from his Jon boat, or relaxing aboard a cruise liner on vacation, the water was where he felt most at home. Those who knew him will remember the stories, the smiles, and the simple peace he found with a rod in his hand and the horizon in front of him.
Above all, Dwayne will be remembered for his fun-loving spirit and the way he made others feel welcome, valued, and cared for. His kindness left a lasting mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
He was preceded in death by his parents Leftridge Ben Hur Sr. and Leona, his brother Ben Hur Jr., his sister Rebecca and his beloved fur babies, Jasmine, Opal, Savannah, Smokey, and Jersey, who surely greeted him with wagging tails.
He is survived by his loving wife, Joanne M. Pickett; his devoted fur baby, Ollie; his three brothers, Roger Sr., John Sr., and David Sr.; and his four sisters, Jane, Diane, Vicky, and Pamela. He also leaves behind his beloved, Kristin, and his “dearly loved as a granddaughter,” Charlie, who brought him immeasurable pride and joy.
Dwayne is further survived by a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cherished friends whose lives were made brighter by knowing him.
Family and friends are invited to attend a viewing on February 27, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Loudon Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 3620 Wilkens Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21229. A graveside service will follow at 12:40 p.m. at Loudon Park Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation or the SPCA in honor of Dwayne’s deep love for the water and his cherished puppies.
Dwayne will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his family, friends, and all whose lives he touched.