Sammie Doris Ashcraft Pickard

A lady of faith and family, Sammie Pickard made her long awaited trip to be with her Lord and her Savior December 27, 2013. She was born November 14, 1920. She was preceded in death by her precious husband A.J. and her daughter, Pat and son-in-law, Herb. She is survived by an amazing sister, Shirley Pike (Don); her two sons, Dr. Jim Pickard (Jerrie Marie) and Rev. Joe Pickard (Linda), along with four grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Sammie spent her life fostering others. She was an excellent teacher with the Albuquerque Public Schools for many years and was an incredible mother to many more than just her children. She was a lady of faith and family. Those two things were most important to her in her life. They came in that order as well. Her faith in Jesus was strong and her life was a testament to the power of His grace and Love. She was a long time member of Trinity Baptist Church. Second only to her faith was her love of family. She was the consummate Mother, wife, and teacher. Sammie possessed a gentle spirit and a quiet dignity that drew others to her faith. She was patient and kind with an obvious and loving sweet spirit. Sammie was an amazing cook, an avid reader, an excellent Bible teacher, and a prayer warrior. She enjoyed her last years at Las Colinas Village. She was grateful for the weekly Bible study and other activites. Sammie always offered a smile and friendly greeting to everyone. She attended the Sunday worship services provided by Bella Vista Baptist Church. While her trip to Heaven was long awaited, family and friends understand her place in the world is not easily filled, and her impact upon it will never be forgotten. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be sent to Jeremiah Ministries, P.O. Box 50030, Billings, MT 59105 or the charity of your choice. Services will include a private entombment at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107 on Monday, December 30, 2013 at 8:30am. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500