Message from Jay River

Our family wanted to express their sincere condolences in this your time of sorrow. We found this verse encouraging during our time of loss. "Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God." 2 Corinthians 1:3,4. At John 5:28,29 Jesus spoke about the hope of the resurrection. You are in our thoughts as well.

JR

Message from Ronnie Elmore

To the Pickrell Family:

I worked with John many years at Kansas State University. I will always remember the wonderful conversations that we had. I know that he had a real heart for teaching. We have missed and will continue to miss John's presence. I can still "see" John walking through our parking lot and his stopping to talk.

John and I are both University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine graduates. He had great pride in his roots and his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ronnie Elmore
Associate Dean
College of Veterinary Medicine
Kansas State University

Message from Otto Fafoglia

John was in the senior class when I began a teaching career at Tri City High School In 1958. He was without a doubt a very intelligent student. In fact that senior class had a number of sharp students. I am sure John would remember the time he received an A minus on a test. John questioned me to determine why and what he could do better to get an A. I told him he would have work harder. It was only to challenge him and he responded well. That senior class kept me on my toes and John was at the top. So sorry to hear of his passing. His family will certainly miss him.

Message from Annette

My deepest sympathy to each of you for your loss. Deep sorrow fills your hearts at this time. May you find comfort and strength in Almighty God. He is the giver of life. It saddened him when we shed tears of sorrow. Through his Word he gives us comfort and hope for those who have fallen asleep in death.

John 6:40
John 11:11,43,44
Psalms 37:29

A candle was lit by Bob & Sharon Booker on May 29, 2017 9:54 PM

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To the Pickrell Family:
We are sorry to hear of John's passing. We have not seen him in many years but have nice memories of his gentle kindness. He lived an accomplished and successful life. He and Bonnie were high school sweethearts enjoying a long marriage. Please accept our condolences. Sharon & Bob Booker

Expression of Sympathy

An A Garden Path was sent on May 29, 2017

To Bonnie and family - Our deepest sympathy on John's passing. His contributions here are well remembered. From the faculty and staff of the Department of Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology and veterinary Diagnostic Lab at Kansas State University

Expression of Sympathy

A Tropical Dish Garden with Fresh Flowers was ordered on May 26, 2017