My heart is sad for the loss of Sara. She has filled my heart with great memories.
Sara E. Picker
Sara E. Picker
November 7, 1916 ~ March 14, 2013
SERVICES: 2:00 P.M. Thursday March 14, 2013 at Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home OFFICIATING: Robert McAulay FINAL RESTING PLACE: Garland Brook Cemetery VISITATION: Noon until 2:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home Sara E. (Wright) McQueen Simpson Picker, 96, of Greenfield, Indiana, formerly of Letts, Greensburg, Columbus, and Batesville, died peacefully Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at Springhurst Health Campus in Greenfield. Sara was a 1934 graduate of Letts High School in Decatur County. Upon graduation, she attended nursing school at Indiana University in Indianapolis where she graduated in 1939. She was a nurse at Columbus Regional Hospital and after retiring established Columbus Convalescent Center. Sara was a 50-year member of the American Red Cross, Red Hatter's Society, Daughters of the American Revolution, Greensburg Historical Society, Psi Iota Society, and the American Legion. She loved to stitch, knit, embroidery, crochet, fish, and never met a stranger. In 2006 Sara received the Distinguished Hoosier Award presented by Governor Daniels. Born in Decatur County November 7, 1916, Mrs. Picker was the daughter of Arthur and Nelle Mae Harrell Wright. Sara married Ray McQueen in 1941 and remained married until his death in 1960. Later, Sara met and married Frank Simpson and remained married until his death in 1985. Sara, while attending the Letts High School Reunion, met her former high school sweetheart, Edward Picker, and they were married until his death in 1994. Survivors include a brother, Robert (Louella) Wright of Evansville; a sister, Carol B. (Wright) Applegate of Greenfield; nieces, Paula (Dr. John) Farquhar, Debbie (Mike) Hewson, Diana (Greg) Miller, and Donna (Bob) McDaniel; nephews, Patrick Boicourt, Thomas Wright, Gary (Carlene) Wright, and Douglas (Phyllis) Applegate; and several great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, John McQueen; her parents; her husbands, Ray McQueen, Frank Simpson, and Edward Picker; her sister and brother-in-law, Willa and Ace Boicourt; a brother-in-law, Robert H. Applegate; and nephew, Michael Boicourt. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Springhurst Health Campus in Greenfield whose compassion and care will always be remembered.
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November 7, 1916 ~ March 12, 2013
SERVICES: 2:00 P.M. Thursday March 14, 2013 at Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home
OFFICIATING: Robert McAulay
FINAL RESTING PLACE: Garland Brook Cemetery
VISITATION: Noon until 2:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home
Sara E. (Wright) McQueen Simpson Picker, 96, of Greenfield, Indiana, formerly of Letts, Greensburg, Columbus, and Batesville, died peacefully Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at Springhurst Health Campus in Greenfield.
Sara was a 1934 graduate of Letts High School in Decatur County. Upon graduation, she attended nursing school at Indiana University in Indianapolis where she graduated in 1939. She was a nurse at Columbus Regional Hospital and after retiring established Columbus Convalescent Center.
Sara was a 50-year member of the American Red Cross, Red Hatter's Society, Daughters of the American Revolution, Greensburg Historical Society, Psi Iota Society, and the American Legion. She loved to stitch, knit, embroidery, crochet, fish, and never met a stranger. In 2006 Sara received the Distinguished Hoosier Award presented by Governor Daniels.
Born in Decatur County November 7, 1916, Mrs. Picker was the daughter of Arthur and Nelle Mae Harrell Wright. Sara married Ray McQueen in 1941 and remained married until his death in 1960. Later, Sara met and married Frank Simpson and remained married until his death in 1985. Sara, while attending the Letts High School Reunion, met her former high school sweetheart, Edward Picker, and they were married until his death in 1994.
Survivors include a brother, Robert (Louella) Wright of Evansville; a sister, Carol B. (Wright) Applegate of Greenfield; nieces, Paula (Dr. John) Farquhar, Debbie (Mike) Hewson, Diana (Greg) Miller, and Donna (Bob) McDaniel; nephews, Patrick Boicourt, Thomas Wright, Gary (Carlene) Wright, and Douglas (Phyllis) Applegate; and several great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her son, John McQueen; her parents; her husbands, Ray McQueen, Frank Simpson, and Edward Picker; her sister and brother-in-law, Willa and Ace Boicourt; a brother-in-law, Robert H. Applegate; and nephew, Michael Boicourt.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Springhurst Health Campus in Greenfield whose compassion and care will always be remembered.
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Sarah was very special to me. I did her hair every week, and knew so much about her life. She was a wonderful friend, confident and so full of knowledge. I’ m sorry I couldn’t say goodbye in person. I ‘ m sure she looked beautiful at peace.
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My deepest Condolences. I met Sara in 2004. She was my neighbor at Colonial Manor. Sara was a very lovely lady and very friendly and was always ready to lend a helping hand. Sorry for your loss.
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My therapy dog, Reggie, and I visited Sara many times at Springhurst. Tiny Sara loved my 126-pound dog. Sitting in her chair, she would throw her arms around him and bury her face in his fur. She laughed at his antics and scolded him when he grabbed on of her stuffed-animals. She never failed to brighten our day. She was a joy!
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Cousin Sara was always a warm heart to laugh and share stories with. She was like a grandmother who was always interested in what was going on in my life and full of hugs. She will be greatly missed at our family gatherings.
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I smile as I ponder all the memories. What a blessing to have shared family moments with her. Xoxo. Love and hugs to all
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I smile as I ponder all the memories. What a blessing to have shred family moments with her. Xoxo. Love and hugs to all
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My thoughts are with each of you in the passing of your sweet and special Sara. There are times in my life when I have met someone and know that I was truly blessed and Sara was one of those people and blessings for me. I first met Sara and your family when I visited with her at home before she become a part of the Springhurst Campus. I still remember what a joyful and bright spirit she brought with her there! She and I shared many memories of her time spent in Columbus and I never tired of hearing her wonderful stories,memories, and thoughts. Although I hadn’t talked with her for years she had that personality and spunk that you remembered, and as I think of her now I still remember that forever smile, and can hear that wonderful little laugh. My husband Greg,and I recently moved from Columbus to Houston, TX or I would be there to see each of you, to share a hug, and to hear more Sara stories but please know you are in my heart and prayers. Blessings to each of you, Debbie Brown
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Sara, or Sally, was an integral part of my family’s life for many years. Sara and her husband Ray McQueen were close friends of my parents, and my sister, Maris, and I grew up with Sally as one of those adults we looked-up to and trusted. When our parents died Sally was particularly helpful to Maris. Years later I discovered that Sally had been a roommate with my mother-in-law, Dorothy Theobald. Sara was a wonderful woman and I am sorry that I could not be at her services.
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Please note that her last husband’s name was Edwin C. Picker not Edward C. Picker as posted. I know as he was my father.
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My heart is sad for the loss of Sara. She has filled my heart with great memories.
My thoughts are with each of you in the passing of your sweet and special Sara. There are times in my life when I have met someone and know that I was truly blessed and Sara was one of those people and blessings for me. I first met Sara and your family when I visited with her at home before she become a part of the Springhurst Campus. I still remember what a joyful and bright spirit she brought with her there! She and I shared many memories of her time spent in Columbus and I never tired of hearing her wonderful stories,memories, and thoughts. Although I hadn’t talked with her for years she had that personality and spunk that you remembered, and as I think of her now I still remember that forever smile, and can hear that wonderful little laugh. My husband Greg,and I recently moved from Columbus to Houston, TX or I would be there to see each of you, to share a hug, and to hear more Sara stories but please know you are in my heart and prayers. Blessings to each of you, Debbie Brown
I smile as I ponder all the memories. What a blessing to have shred family moments with her. Xoxo. Love and hugs to all
I smile as I ponder all the memories. What a blessing to have shared family moments with her. Xoxo. Love and hugs to all
Cousin Sara was always a warm heart to laugh and share stories with. She was like a grandmother who was always interested in what was going on in my life and full of hugs. She will be greatly missed at our family gatherings.
My therapy dog, Reggie, and I visited Sara many times at Springhurst. Tiny Sara loved my 126-pound dog. Sitting in her chair, she would throw her arms around him and bury her face in his fur. She laughed at his antics and scolded him when he grabbed on of her stuffed-animals. She never failed to brighten our day. She was a joy!
My deepest Condolences. I met Sara in 2004. She was my neighbor at Colonial Manor. Sara was a very lovely lady and very friendly and was always ready to lend a helping hand. Sorry for your loss.
Sarah was very special to me. I did her hair every week, and knew so much about her life. She was a wonderful friend, confident and so full of knowledge. I’ m sorry I couldn’t say goodbye in person. I ‘ m sure she looked beautiful at peace.
Sara, or Sally, was an integral part of my family’s life for many years. Sara and her husband Ray McQueen were close friends of my parents, and my sister, Maris, and I grew up with Sally as one of those adults we looked-up to and trusted. When our parents died Sally was particularly helpful to Maris. Years later I discovered that Sally had been a roommate with my mother-in-law, Dorothy Theobald. Sara was a wonderful woman and I am sorry that I could not be at her services.
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Please note that her last husband’s name was Edwin C. Picker not Edward C. Picker as posted. I know as he was my father.