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Stephen H. Pickett

1958 - 2019

Stephen H. Pickett obituary, 1958-2019, Brockton, MA

BORN

1958

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Waitt Funeral Home

850 North Main Street

Brockton, Massachusetts

Stephen Pickett Obituary

PICKETT Stephen H., 60, of Brockton, native of Brookline, Feb. 7, 2019, after a courageous battle with ALS; son of the late Herbert & Marian (Murray) Pickett; owner of two Snap-On Tools franchises; beloved father of Christopher Pickett & his wife Tiffany of S. Easton, & twins Jessica & Kerry Pickett, both of Bridgewater; brother of Mary Beth Gongora of NC & Catherine Chaplic of FL; loving companion of Paula Mahoney of Rockland; & an uncle of many nieces & nephews. All are welcome to calling hours Monday, Feb. 11th from 4-8 p.m. in Waitt Funeral Home, 850 N. Main St., Brockton, funeral from Waitt Funeral Home Tuesday, Feb. 12th at 8 a.m., funeral Mass at 9 a.m. in St. Edith Stein Church & burial at Melrose Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to ALS ONE, 7 Industrial Way, Whitman, MA 02382 (www.alsone.org/donate). Visit www.waittfuneralhome.com or call 508-583-7272.

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Published by Boston Herald on Feb. 9, 2019.

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February 13, 2019

Chris & Family, we are deeply sadden to hear of Steve's passing. He was a great guy and will be sorely missed by all that knew him.

Our most sincere sympathy,
Your friends at YD Autobody

Harvey Brown

February 12, 2019

To the Pickett family my deepest condolences.
A battler from start to finish, you will be missed my friend.

Tom Cruise

February 11, 2019

To Steve's Family,
Very sorry about the loss of Steve. He was a great guy liked and respected by all who knew him. His battle with ALS showed his strength and character. Steve will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by all. Rest in Peace.
Tom Cruise

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Erin Tancreti

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Alexandra Bill & Chris

February 9, 2019

One of the best story tellers ever. He will be missed

Dana Kerr

February 9, 2019

Mary Beth and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear that Steve has passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Al & Judy. Richardson

February 9, 2019

I wish we were still The 3 Musketeers Kevin Gosnell, You, and Myself!
Even with this dreaded disease,we had a great comrodary and support for one another.
Steve and I have been very fortunate for all of the love and caring from our families and friends.
We will greatly miss, looking forward to seeing him and his infectious smile.
With Sincere Sympathy,

Al & Judy Richardson

Diane Suurhans-White

February 8, 2019

Thoughts and prayers to your family. A wonderful man who did so much to help raise awareness and raise research monies for this horrific disease. May he Rest In Peace.
Diane Suurhans-White

T G

February 8, 2019

"Indian Lake is a scene you should make with your little one. Keep it in mind if you're looking to find a place in the summer sun. Swim in the cove, have a snack in the grove, or you can rent a canoe; at Indian Lake you'll be able to make the way the Indians do."

Cheers, Pic!

kelly kelly

February 8, 2019

I am sad to see Steve listed in the obituaries as having passed away. Happy to see his handsome face in the image. I shall always smile when I hear his name and think of friendship in high school. Kelly Carney Kelly

ROBERT DIXON

February 8, 2019

GOD HAS ONE OF BROCKTONS BEST NOW AND WE WILL MISS HIM VERY, VERY, MUCH. THAT LAUGH HE HAD I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER, AND THE GOLF DAYS, OMG SUCH A BLAST WITH STEVE ON YOUR TEAM. I HAD ABOUT A 30 FOOT PUT TO MAKE AND IT WAS SO FAR OFF LINE HIM OR SOMEBODY BUT I THINK IT WAS STEVE YELLED "GET IN" WE LAUGHED FOR THE NEXT 3 HOLES. LOVE YA STEVE. SO SORRY FOR THE FAMILIES LOSS ALSO.

Joseph Burkard

February 8, 2019

To the Pickett family, please accept my deepest sympathy.

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February 8, 2019

Sincere Sympathy being sent to the family at this time of sorrow.

Conte Memorial Club

February 8, 2019

In Sympathy we share in your sorrow.

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850 North Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301

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