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Mary Pickens

Case from Yakima, WA dated Jun 28, 2020

Victim Details

Mary Pickens

Female

White / Caucasian

Yakima

WA

2020-06-28

74

Mary

Pickens

07/02/2026

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A 74-year-old Caucasian woman, Mary Elisabeth Pickens, passed away on June 28, 2020, in Yakima, Washington. Born in Le Mars, Iowa, on May 15, 1946, she spent her early years on the family farm before relocating to Yakima in 1970. It was there she met and married James Ray Pickens in 1972, and together they raised two children.

Throughout her life, Mary was known for her strong faith and her deep, unconditional love for her children. She had a passion for shopping and antiques, which led h ...
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  • Dignity Memorial: Mary Pickens Obituary - Yakima, WA
  • Yakima Herald-Republic: Coroner identifies woman who was shot at Yakima apartment
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