Barbara Pickering
February 09, 2012
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Barbara A. Pickering, 91, passed away at Sunny View Care Center in Ankeny on Thursday, February 9, 2012. She was born January 24, 1921, in Des Moines, to Charles and Anna (Rouse) Blaylock.
She was a member of the Methodist Church in Grand Junction. She enjoyed crafting, playing cards, and spending time with her grandchildren. In her earlier years she was a homemaker before becoming the secretary of Saydel High School, and later served as manager of an apartment complex.
Barbara is survived by her son, Ken (Deb) Pickering of Mitchellville; daughter, Teresa (Warren) Stump of Altoona; grandchildren, Terry (Lorrie) Pickering of Elgin,TX, Diane Foster of Altoona, Philip (Carla) Pickering of Altoona, J.C. (Shannon) Pickering of Bondurant, and Janice (Craig) Matzke of Des Moines; ten great-grandchildren, five step-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, and one great-great-step-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles (Anna) Blaylock, brothers, Carl and OV Blaylock; sisters, Audrey Watts, Charlotte Snook, and Florence Grove; husband, Russell Pickering; son, Charles Pickering; and grandson Charles Pickering, Jr.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, February 15, 2012, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, with burial to follow at Pine Hill Cemetery. The immediate family will greet family and friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, February 14, 2012, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Diabetes Association of Iowa in loving memory of Barbara.
Online condolences may be made to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Karla
02/12/2012
Ken, Teresa, J.C & families,
Although your mom's death was a shock for all of us, she is now at peace with no pain or sorrow. These last 3-4 years must have tested her strength so much. I'm just thankful you were all there to take care of her. I've been teasing her a little over 9 years since the 100th birthday party for Audry, Charlotte, Florence & her, telling her we were planning on a 100th for her. She'd just laugh a little and say "well, I don't know". With her passing, our family closes the book on another generation, but a generation of friendly, intelligent, strong-willed, and yes, stubborn, individuals who loved to talk, laugh & "remember days gone by". We come from a wonderful family and it's up to us to keep it going. Our prayers are with all of you.
Nancy & David
02/11/2012
To Teresa Stump and family,
So sorry to hear about your Mom's transition. It must have been a shock. I hope you can find comfort in memories and knowing what a devoted daughter you have been. She knew how much you, your brother and family loved her.
Blessings,
Nancy and David