LeRoy M. Pickett

LeRoy Michael Pickett, age 81, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

          LeRoy is a graduate of Greenway High school. After High school Leroy enlisted in the U.S Army.

          LeRoy loved cars, especially the classics. He was the proud owner of a gas station for many years.

          He was a loyal member of the Moose Club. You could find him most nights attending bar at the Bovey Moose. He loved talking and telling stories with all the patrons. He was born with the gift of gab.

          When he wasn’t tending bar, you could find him cutting grass. He loved hopping on the rider and mowing.

          When the snow came his other favorite pastime was plowing snow. He would get up early and plow to make sure everyone could get out.

          LeRoy enjoyed spending time fishing with his kids and grandkids.

          In the summertime you could see him riding around Coleraine on his scooter or riding lawnmower. He enjoyed tinkering in the garage or crushing cans.

          He is proceeded in death by his parents Mike and Margaret Pickett.

          He is survived by his beloved significant other, Ruth and the kids; John (Amy) Wirtanen, Kim Wirtanen, Robin Baker, Carol (Gene) Carlson, and Lynn Wirtanen, his grandchildren; Luke, Lily, Lauren, Drew, Brie, Dominick, Shelby and Elijah. His brothers; Donny (Carol) Pickett and Darrel (Donna) Pickett. His sisters; MaryLou Wahlsdorf and Marilyn LaDoux and many nieces and nephews.

          A Celebration of Life is planned for Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 11:00AM to 1:00PM at the Grand Rapids Moose Club. A short memorial will commence at 11:30AM, please join us in honoring LeRoy.

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