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Douglas Alan Pickert, 59, of Berkeley Lake, Georgia succumbed to his five year battle with cancer on Sunday, November 18, 2018. He graduated from Emory University in 1981 with a degree in economics and earned his MBA in marketing in 1983 from Northeastern University. In 1984, Doug started his career in marketing communications working with Gordon Bailey and Associates (GBA). He swiftly progressed through GBA becoming president in 2000 and eventually becoming the owner in 2005 under the name Ignite Communications. Doug was an exceptional athlete with a passion for snow skiing, soccer, deep sea fishing, and tennis.
He was preceded in death by his father, Paul Pickert; mother, Patricia Cooper Pickert; and brother-in-law, David Bailey, Jr.
Doug is survived by his wife of 32 years, Donna Bailey Pickert; son, Jake Pickert, Pensacola, FL; daughter, Paige Pickert, Atlanta, GA; sisters, Pamela Pickert (Kindler), Rye, NY and Sally Pickert (Levan), Redding, CT; daughter in-law, Kelly Pickert; granddaughter, Georgia Helen Pickert; and many loving nieces, nephews and extended family.
A celebration of life service will be held at 3:30PM on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek, GA 30097. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Douglas Alan Pickert may be made to Lake Berkeley Chapel, 4043 South Berkeley Lake Road, Berkeley Lake, GA 30096 – Please Note: Building Fund/Pickert. The family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation 3570 Buford HWY, Suite 202, Duluth, GA 30096 (678)584-0914. Messages of condolence may be shared at www.GeorgiaCremation.com .
Creig Matthieson says
I have fond memories of Doug on the tennis courts as he served as Captain of our AA Alta team at St Ives CC and on the ski slopes in Park City UT. Doug was an exseptional tennis player and a ski professional. We lost another good one. RIP. Creig
Elaine McDowell says
Doug was a wonderful neighbor and friend to us! We loved getting to know him through Bible Study, and many fun times on Lake Berkeley. Doug had the most engaging warm smile and witty sense of humor. We pray for continued love and peace in Christ to you, Donna, Paige and Jake. ❤️
Sherri Lamar says
Donna I never had the pleasure of meeting Doug personally but feel like I know him through Malcolm & Brenda Miller. I understand he was an amazing man and I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your beautiful family.
Bud Carter says
Doug was a business associate, who, over a period of time, became a personal friend and a poker playing buddy. As a member of a group of 15 CEOs, he generously shared his knowledge of Marketing. His contributions were succinct, on target, of value and sought by the others.
Personally, as I came to know and appreciate him approaching three decades, he was simply “good people.” A good thinker, competitive, possessed of a quick wit and a good heart – too soon stopped.
The most that can be said of anyone is that they will be missed. Doug is missed and by many.
Ellen Kinsella says
I haven’t seen Doug in 25 years since we moved away from Georgia, but I have fond memories of Doug’s smiling face and fun personality! You guys were great friends as we started our young families on the same cul-de-sac. I’m deeply sorry for your loss, and am sending prayers your way. Doug’s heart and soul lives on through your kids and grandkids.
Anne Methe says
Danny and I were so fond of Doug- he was a good man. Love you, Anne and Danny
Melissa Uhrich says
Doug Pickert was a man that lived life to its fullest. He gave fully to his children, wife, business, family and friends. Through his many accomplishments and endeavors he continues in our lives whether it be the business he built, the marriage and partnership he cultivated, or the children he raised and helped develop into adults. I personally have been inspired by Doug and his positive fearless approach to life. I will always be grateful for knowing him and learning from him. To all my family sharing the pain of this loss I send my deepest sympathies, love, strength, and courage to continue living in a manner that we learned from Doug.
Jake Cooper says
My deepest sympathy. Have faith.
Ray Bailey says
I didn’t have the pleasure to be around Doug much over the years but I didn’t need to be to know him. I didn’t know him to be a big talker but when he did it was always of value. Doug’s demeanor, aura, and many smiles positively effected all. One day in Pensacola I joined him on his boat, while we barely spoke a word, our communication was splentiful. The world would be a better place with more people like Doug in it. Uncle Ray
Kay Banks says
Please accept my condolences for the loss of Ms. Pickert. May the God of all comfort help you to bear the burden of your grief at this difficult time. (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4; Psalm 55:22) Warm Regards, Kay
Kelly Scott says
Doug was a shining light to many who had the pleasure of knowing him. He was a man who chose his words carefully but whenever he spoke you always listened because it was worth it. He had a very sharp wit and was a great story teller that who seemed so comfortable in his own skin. He never tried to be someone he wasn’t and that is what made Doug; Doug. I will miss our ‘deep’ conversations while both of us struggled on the golf course. The greatest compliment that I can say about Doug was that he was my friend and while he has left us way too soon, I am a better human being as a result of knowing him.
Rhonda & Randy Brown says
Our deepest sympathies. Prayers for peace.
Brian Robinson says
Doug was a good man and had a fantastic sense of humor. Doug was always a great conversation about business or life in general. He was strong in his opinion, even if you didn’t like it- and that is one of the things I loved most about him. He will be missed greatly.