He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and worked as a mechanic most of his life. Tom enjoyed fishing, woodworking and home remodeling.
He is survived by his wife, Gloria (Pritchett) Pickens; daughter, Candy Horton; grandchildren, Jaya Horton, Chado Horton and Deven Holman; four great-grandchildren, Bently Horton, Major Horton, Ricky Castle and Baby Castle; two sisters, Pat and Bea; a half-sister, Wanda; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph Thomas Pickens and Virginia Vess; a brother, Bob; a sister, Betty; a half-brother, Raymond; and a half-sister, Jessie.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. The Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors is privileged to serve the family.
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