December 19, 1947 - March 1, 2008. Marilyn was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to George & Lois Pickett. She and husband David were raised in Claremore, Oklahoma & married for 40 years. Marilyn and David lived in Colorado Springs for 36 years. Son Jason and wife Brady have two children, Reese and Ash. Son Adam has two children, Bailey and Avery. Marilyn's Sister and Brother-In-Law, Janice and Max White, Nephews Todd & Lee Ballard, Cousin Connie Vaughn and Uncle Dency Henley also survive. Marilyn & David attended Claremore High School and Oklahoma State University. After graduation, David entered the USAF for four years and was stationed first in Colorado Springs and then in Agana, Guam, where their son Jason was born. Marilyn was active in St. Paul's United Methodist Church for 20 years then transferred their membership to First United Methodist Church. Marilyn took aerobic classes and taught them at St. Paul's for over 25 years. She was very involved with both sons sports and school activities, as well as community activities. She and the family owned and operated Boulder Street Coffee Roasters for 10 years, retiring from that business in 2007. A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, March 8, 10:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that donations be made to the Memorial Hospital Foundation, 1400 E. Boulder St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80909 or to Pikes Peak Hospice, 825 East Pikes Peak Ave., Suite 600, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.

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Published by The Gazette from Mar. 6 to Mar. 7, 2008.

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Kay (Bennett) Barello

March 15, 2008

Marilyn was a sweetheart. I always enjoyed seeing her at the class reunions. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

jim wright

March 9, 2008

Dave, Carolyn and I wish to express our sincere sympathy to you and your sons. We enjoyed our friendship with your family when Troy and Jason attended school together. May the Lord bless you and your family at this time.

Sharon Whigham Collins

March 7, 2008

My mother, Voncile Haisten Richburg,was a first cousin of Marilyn. She always enjoyed hearing from Marilyn and seeing her when she came to Alabama/Florida. So sorry for your loss.

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March 7, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Dave.

John Worrall

March 7, 2008

Dave and Sons, We learned of Marilyns passing with great sorrow. Mary and I have special memories of the years we lived in Colorado Springs because of our relationship with the Nickersons, both personal and in business. Our thoughts are with you John and Mary

Gan Weddle

March 6, 2008

Dave, Troy and I have many happy memories of our friendship with you and Marilyn. Our hearts go out to you in the coming months. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Noel Stepanek

March 6, 2008

We are so sorry Marilyn is gone, and know she will be greatly missed. Tim, Hannah, Sarah and I are praying for you all.

Don Dickenson

March 6, 2008

Dave & family --Robin & I can't really express our extreme sorrow to all of you -- there just aren't words to tell you how we feel for you at Marilyn's passing. She was a great lady --we'll miss her, but not nearly as much as you all will.
Love to you all -- Robin & Doc

Bob & Nancy Draper Brashers

March 6, 2008

DAVE-- Bob and I send you all our love and prayers. We have many happy memories of the Class of 1966 and the big boys of 1964.

Patricia Peterson

March 6, 2008

On behalf of the Memorial Health System Foundation Board of Directors and Staff, I would like to express our sincere condolences to the Nickerson family, upon Marilyn Sue’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we hope you find comfort during this difficult time of loss. Sincerely, Patricia Peterson, President and CEO

Renita Baumert

March 6, 2008

Dave -- My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord comfort you in this time of sorrow.

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