Mr. Arthur Allan Pickett

“Mr. Pickett was truly a gentlemen and friend to all who crossed his path in life. He loved people and cared. My sympathy and love to Anna and the...Read More » ”
1 of 39 | Posted by: Sherry Milita McBride - VA

“I am so sorry I did not know at the time for I would have been present in his honor. I express my sincerest sympathy to you, Jeanne (my...Read More » ”
2 of 39 | Posted by: Barbara Kulynych Thomas - VA

“Mr. Pickett was my little league coach,high school varsity coach,teacher, and my high school prinipal.My first dealings I was the team manager for...Read More » ”
3 of 39 | Posted by: Ken Blackley - Warsaw, VA

“I will never forget my days as a young teacher at Robert E. Lee Elementary School in Spotsylvania County with Mr. Pickett as the principal. It was...Read More » ”
4 of 39 | Posted by: Susan Capar Carl - Spotsylvania, VA

“I know everyone had great memories of Mr. Pickett, as did I. In the days of paddles, I was a prime candidate on occasion. Usually a task for the...Read More » ”
5 of 39 | Posted by: Patrick Doeppe - VA - student

“I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Pickett's passing. I worked with him for a number of years at Courtland. He reminds me a bit of Clarence, in the great...Read More » ”
6 of 39 | Posted by: Suzan Mann - Fredericskburg, VA

“Im deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Pickett. He was my principal at Robert E. Lee but was more of a father figure to me. I will never forget his...Read More » ”
7 of 39 | Posted by: Jennifer Burrell Kendall - VA

“Anna. I am sorry about you loss. Do you remember Jim and Nina Hairfield from the 1940's and 50's. It has been a long time since I saw you but I...Read More » ”
8 of 39 | Posted by: nina s hairfield - fredericksburg, VA

“OH. I am so saddened to learn Mr. Pickett died. He was a wonderful educator, mentor, man, human being. He was my first truly "human" principal. Here...Read More » ”
9 of 39 | Posted by: Mrs. Michelle Tobin King - VA

“Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. Barry ”
10 of 39 | Posted by: Barry Carlson - Ladysmith, VA

“TRULY A SPECIAL PERSON TO ALL AS A YOUNG PERSON HE MADE YOU BELIEVE IN YOURSELF AND INSPIRED YOU TO DO GOOD. IN LIFE HE TOUCH EVERYONE THAT KNEW HIM...Read More » ”
11 of 39 | Posted by: CHARLES HOUSTON PICKETT - VA

“I will never forget Mr. Pickett raising money for the shoe fund. If the school would raise enough money then Mr Pickett would stand outside in his...Read More » ”
12 of 39 | Posted by: JENNIFER - PARTLOW, VA - STUDENT

“I got to know Mr. Pickett as a student at Courtland High School and later on as a co-worker at Courtland HS. He was a terrific man with a heart of...Read More » ”
13 of 39 | Posted by: Paula Shepard Oehm - VA

“Mr. Pickett, you may not have realized it but you left a mark on all of the student's lives at Courtland High School. Your kind smile and friendly...Read More » ”
14 of 39 | Posted by: Lauren Tepaske - VA

“I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Pickett's passing. He was my principal at Robert E. Lee Elementary and I will never forget his wonderful smile and...Read More » ”
15 of 39 | Posted by: Renee Prowitt Bull - Richmond, VA

“My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family. What great memories I have of Mr Pickett, some 30-35 years ago when he was not only a Principal,...Read More » ”
16 of 39 | Posted by: Michael Covert - Bluffton, SC

“Mrs. Pickett and Family, I am so saddened by the news of Mr. Pickett's passing. As a student at Courtland High School, most of my fondest memories...Read More » ”
17 of 39 | Posted by: Melissa Low

“To a great man who kept me out of trouble when I can to school late or wanted to leave school early and could not find my note. You will truly be...Read More » ”
18 of 39 | Posted by: Leatrile M Ayres - fredericksburg, VA

“To Anna and Family, So sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Pickett. I had the pleasure of working with him for many years at Courtland High...Read More » ”
19 of 39 | Posted by: Jana Nelson - Fredericksburg, VA

“I attended Robert E. Lee Elementary School when he was the principal and then I was at Courtland High School I enjoyed seeing in the parking lot...Read More » ”
20 of 39 | Posted by: Marlene Windsor - Ruther Glen, VA

“I have great memories of Mr. Pickett as an educator who truly cared about students. ”
21 of 39 | Posted by: Bernie Covert - Bluffton, SC

“I didn't know Mr Pickett well, but I remember him well from my days at Courtland. He was always a kind man with a sweet smile. My thoughts and...Read More » ”
22 of 39 | Posted by: Christina Katz - VA

“I am very sad to hear of Mr. Pickett's passing. I have many fond memories of Mr. Pickett. I was at Courtland High School from 1986-1990 and he was...Read More » ”
23 of 39 | Posted by: Angela Henderson-Rayburn - VA

“Mr. Pickett you will never be forgotten. Your memory will always be a cherished part of many Courtland HS students. ”
24 of 39 | Posted by: Jill Black - mineral, VA

“I have missed Mr. Pickett's smiling face and cheerful mood every day since I have retired from teaching and coaching at Courtland High School. He...Read More » ”
25 of 39 | Posted by: Rick Holcomb - Fredericksburg, VA

“R.I.P Mr. Pickett....One fine educator who always had a smile on his face especially when he was talking about fishing. He was truly a fine man and...Read More » ”
26 of 39 | Posted by: Bart Bass - Beaverdam, VA

“One should neve,r ever work under Arthur Pickett and then have to work under anyone else. He was the best Principal I have ever worked for; and...Read More » ”
27 of 39 | Posted by: Mary P Rouse - Port Orange, FL

“Mr. Pickett was always a bright spot in the morning and afternoon, and he kept us wild teenagers in line. A real good man. ”
28 of 39 | Posted by: Clifford Gill - Spotsylvania, VA

“I remember Mr. Pickett from Courtland High School. He was such a sweet sweet man. He is in many of my memories from high school. You never knew when...Read More » ”
29 of 39 | Posted by: Brandie Howdershelt - VA

“I remember always seeing Mr. Pickett on his bike every morning when I got to school. He was the sweetest man you could come across. My prayers...Read More » ”
30 of 39 | Posted by: Dawn (Thomas) McLein - VA

“I remember Mr. Pickett at Courtland High School , he always had a smile and a " Good Morning" when you walked thru the school doors. He was liked by...Read More » ”
31 of 39 | Posted by: Yvonne Turman Beasley - VA

“Mr. Pickett was always one of my favorite people in the world. I spent my entire life in schools in Spotsylvania County and he was a great friend to...Read More » ”
32 of 39 | Posted by: Michelle Limerick Gill - NC

“Mr. Pickett was my first Assistant Principal at John J. Wright in Spotsy. He was a wonderful influence and I learned many things from him. He was...Read More » ”
33 of 39 | Posted by: Jeffrey Kobman - Fredericksburg, VA

“Mr. Pickett was the single most important person in giving me a chance to become a teacher. One day we were talking as we often did and he asked me...Read More » ”
34 of 39 | Posted by: Jerry Jerow - Huntingtown, MD

“Josh and Kaleb we are so sorry for your loss, let us know if you need anything. Allison,Andy and Chelsea ”
35 of 39 | Posted by: Allison Kellet

“Our Thoughts are with Anna. ”
36 of 39 | Posted by: Herbert Allen Parr and Nancie Hancock Parr - VA

“Both Fred and I have fond memories of Mr. Pickett and our high school years. Okay, maybe I do and Fred's memories are not as fond as he was always in...Read More » ”
37 of 39 | Posted by: Bonnie Hayes Cauffman - Sequim, WA

“Josh, I'm so sorry for your loss. We are all praying and thinking of you and your family over here at GNW. God Bless ”
38 of 39 | Posted by: Leslie Wert - VA

“In speaking with Josh yesterday he told me that his grandfather had a very good life and he was married for over 60 years. Though he is not...Read More » ”
39 of 39 | Posted by: Colleen Flavell - Manchester, CT