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Andrew A. Pickerd
53 yrs. old of the Town of Columbus, NY
passed away on November 23, 2013 in Providence, RI.

He was born on October 13, 1960 in Cortland, NY the son of Raiford & Janet (Truman) Pickerd.  His childhood was spent in the Newport and Smyrna NY.  He attended West Canada Valley Central School and was a 1980 graduate of Sherburne High School.

Andrew was a crew chief and heavy equipment operator for Paragon Environmental Construction LLC.

On February 8, 1986 he married Barbara Anderson who survives him.

He is also survived by his parents and one daughter, Megan Pickerd of Columbus, NY, one brother, Todd Pickerd of Newport, NY; his brothers in law; Wayne & Cindy Anderson, Don & Heather Anderson, Ron & Sue Anderson and Robert & Theresa Anderson as well as many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces & Nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2013 from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM at the Dakin Funeral Home LP, New Berlin, NY.

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I just heard of Andy's passing. I was fortunate enough to have worked with him on many job sites.
He was a professional and also taught me quite a bit. He will be missed. Rest in Peace And.
Katie Merrick
Syracuse, NY

 

My sincere condolences to the family. Andy was an honest, thoughtful, hard working man. I was blessed to have known him and very fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with him. The world desperately needs more people like Andy. He will be missed. May God rest his soul.
Michael Carr
Glenville, NY

 

Barb and Megan, I just read this and had no idea of your loss.
Our prayers are with you and hoping your memories are giving you some comfort. Andy was an awesome guy.
Pat and Josie
Thornhurst, PA

 

Sad to hear of Andy's passing. I really enjoyed getting to know him in 1982/83 and considered him a good friend.
I will look back on those lazy days in Sherburne and Smyrna with fondness. Rest in peace Andy.
Mark Grainger
Lebanona, OH

Barb and Megan, My deepest sympathy to you both!
Gina Perry
Albany, NY

 

Barb & family so sorry to hear of your loss, thoughts & prayers to all of you.
Joan Allen
New Berlin, NY

 

 

Barb and Family we send our deepest condolences to you and your Family.
Mark and Deneen Lilley
Cape Vincent, NY

 

 

Our thoughts and prayers go out entire family. I had the pleasure of working with Andy.
He always had a smile and was ready to give a helping hand to anyone. He'll be sorely missed.
Dan & Gale O'Neill
Auburn, NY

 

Condolences to Barbara and all the family. So,So, sorry to hear about Andy.
I worked with Andy at J.M. Robertson's in Oneonta. Lots of prayers go out to the family, he will be missed very much.
Gerard and Cindy Weis
Camden, NY


 

So sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Donna Johnson
Newport, NY

 

So sorry to hear about Andy our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
I went to school with Andy at West Canada Valley he rode the same bus as I did.
John & LuAnn Garlock
Newport, NY

 

Barb and family: Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Bob & Sherri Rundell
Sherburne, NY

Barb and family: I am so sorry for your loss. I'm keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Williams

Barb, Megan and family...My deepest sympathies to you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kendra Dibbell
Norwich, NY

Barb and Megan, I am so so sorry to hear of your loss, words can't even explain the pain you are in and I can't offer you any to take it away..
.just know my heart goes out to you both.As we both know time and lots of tears are the only relief we can give our broken heart.
God be with you. Warmest,
Susie Homann Miele
Columbus, NY


Barb & Megan We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Roland & Terri Lewis & Family
So New Berlin

 
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