George “Budda” Pickering, 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 2, 2018 after a long and fulfilling life. George was born October 11, 1931 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to the late George and Clara Pickering. In his youth, he moved with his family to Victoria, Texas, where he met the love of his life and his wife of 67 years, Jo Ann Koch.
George is survived by his wife, Jo Ann of Victoria; sons, George Pickering of Victoria and Mark Pickering and daughter-in-law, Suzanne Pickering, both of San Antonio; grandchildren, Molly Pickering and Alex Pickering of San Antonio; sister-in-law, Karen Pickering of Victoria; and brother-in-law, John Luke Koch of Bandera.
George was a proud veteran, having served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean conflict. George enjoyed life to the fullest. He loved to play golf, cards, dominoes, and simply spend time with family and friends. His story telling and sense of humor endeared him to all who met him. He will be greatly missed.
Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life on Saturday, September 8, 2018 from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm at Colonial Funeral Home.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers to please make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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