Patricia Pickett

PICKETT

Patricia Fought



Patricia Fought Pickett passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2014, surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 18, 1932, in Toledo to Helen and Emory Fought. She graduated from Perrysburg High School in 1950 and attended the University of Toledo, where she met her future husband, George Pickett. While at UT, Pat was a cheerleader, played in the band, a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority, and a member of Varsity T. While attending UT, both Pat and George worked at Churchill's on Central Ave.

On Thanksgiving Day, 1954, George and Pat were married. Afterward, she embarked on a 30-year career as a teacher and guidance counselor with Toledo Public Schools while raising three children, Larry, Mike and Kristi. George and Pat continued to support their beloved Rockets, holding football and basketball season tickets since 1954. Besides enjoying time with family, Pat was past member of the New Century Club of Perrysburg, an avid bird watcher, and loved spending time at the family cottage in Northern Michigan. In their retirement, Pat and George enjoyed traveling to Kenya, Australia, New Zealand, Italy, Ireland, and other European destinations.

Patricia is survived by her husband of 60 years, George; children, Larry (MaryRose), Mike (Cathy), and Kristi (Marc) Delph; six grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Additional survivors include twin sister, Peggy Martin, and sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Fought. She is preceded in death by one brother, David, and 2 sisters, Nancy and Mary Jane.

In celebration of Pat's life, the family will hold a private ceremony. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Alzheimer's Association, UT Athletic Dept. and College of Education, or Hospice of Northwest Ohio.