James D. "Banny" Pickett, 53, of Manchester died at his residence after a sudden illness.
He was born in California on February 8, 1958, the son of Arthur Pickett and Doris (Fincher) Crawford.
Family members include his wife Linda A. (Vail) Mackey of Manchester; his sister, Gail Chavez of Hoover, AL; brother, Edward Eugene Ruescher of Kansas City, MO; his uncle and aunt, Howard and Cynthia Fincher; his aunt and uncle, Angie and George Eve of Kansas City, MO; nephews and nieces; he also leaves behind his beloved dog Holly Belle who was his constant companion. He was predeceased by two brothers, Kevin and Alfred Crawford.
Services were private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Animal Rescue League of NH, 545 Route 101, Bedford, NH 03110.