James "Pick"-Pickett-Obituary

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James "Pick" L. Pickett

La Crosse, Wisconsin

Sep 12, 1962 – Mar 23, 2021 (Age 58)

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BORN
September 12, 1962
DIED
March 23, 2021
AGE
58
LOCATION
La Crosse, Wisconsin

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James L. Pickett “Pick” died March 23 after a long illness. He was surrounded by his family. Jim was born September 12, 1962 in Eau Claire to Bonnie and Jim Pickett, and he grew up in La Crosse.

A lifelong resident of La Crosse, Jim graduated from Central High School. He was involved...

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Sad to hear of the passing of Jim. He was a dedicated tavern league member and a great asset to it's board of directors. Always doing his best for our members. He also was instrumental in the sale of one of our biggest fundraising campaigns, our saferide calender raffles back in 2010. Which was fundamental for the support for our members and customers. We had great conversations as to how we could benefit our industry. Jim will sadly be missed by La Crosse community and our tavern league...

Deepest sympathy to Bonnie, Kathy, Dan and Kelly. We had a lot of great times when we were kids as our dads played softball together. He was a great guy - May he RIP.

My deepest sympathy to the entire Pickett family. Pick was my childhood friend. We grew up together at Cathedral Grade School and Aquinas/Central High School. A little mischief along the way and a lot of deep conversations (sports, girls, world peace) in the Dark Room creating photography for the Aquinas news paper and yearbook. Pick was always, and I mean always, true to himself. I will forever try to be more like Pick! RIP my friend!

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Pick was a man who taught me to never back down from my opinion, and to always treat the people around you with the respect they deserve, all while sharing our mutual fondness of sports and PBR. Going to miss you friend.

We could not have asked for a better cousin. You will be missed, Jimmy. My love and prayers to all the Picketts.

I’m sorry and sad to see the passing of Coach Pickett. He was one of my juniors baseball coaches that’s was affiliated with central high school summer baseball many years ago. We affectionately called him Kirby Pickett after the late great twin Kirby Puckett. He was a great guy and coach that was respected by all and a joy to be around. I want to extend my deepest condolences to all his family and friends. He will be missed by many!

So sorry to hear about Jim's passing. The Pickett and Zobin families went way back to the early 70s, and we had many fun get-togethers all those years ago. I'll keep your family in my thoughts. Rest in peace, Jim.


Jim and I had many interests in common. Although hunting and fishing were two of those, it was baseball that was at the top of the list. For many years, the Stars of Tomorrow youth baseball tourney drew many fans and it was there that I saw Jim. It is appropriate that MLB will start their '21 season this week. The Brewers and my, favorite team, the Twins, will face each other in their opening series. In his memory, I will say: " go Brewers."