Fred Pickett

July 23, 1955 – October 7, 2026

Fred Pickett, age 71, of Galena, Kansas, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.

Fred was born on July 23, 1955, in Joplin, Missouri, to Fred B. Pickett and Myrna L. (Arehart) Pickett.

Fred spent many years working as a car salesman, building a career around his passion for automobiles. He later became the proud owner of his own dealership, 2 Sharp Auto Sales, in Galena, Kansas.

Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Fred B. Pickett and Myrna L. (Arehart) Pickett; two stepsons, James Walker and KT Ashburn; and three brothers, Mike Pickett, Bryant Pickett, and Steven Pickett.

He is survived by his longtime partner, Tammy Pickett of Galena, Kansas; his daughter, Melissa Bartlett of Joplin, Missouri; his son, Fred Pickett Jr. of Grove, Oklahoma; and four brothers, James Pickett of Joplin, Missouri, Sam Pickett of Carthage, Missouri, Ellis Pickett of Joplin, Missouri, and Randy Pickett of Joplin, Missouri. Fred also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, and numerous other family members and friends who will cherish his memory.

A Celebration of Life will be held by the family at a later date.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Ozark Memorial Park Crematory.