Robert "Robbie" Lee Pickens

Robert Lee Pickens (Robbie) was born October 9, 1964 to Mary and Robert Pickens of Stone Mountain, Georgia and passed away peacefully in his home on April 16, 2025.

The youngest of four, Robbie enjoyed a joyous and carefree childhood on the family’s DeKalb County homestead with sisters Connie, Janet, and Pennie.

Robbie was a beloved father to four children, grandfather of twelve, and great-grandfather of one.

Robbie served a distinguished 40-year career as a pipe fitter and fire suppression specialist and earned many certifications, including that of Inspector at ProTech Fire.

Robbie enjoyed hunting, fishing, and sports and could often be found at his local “watering hole” enjoying whatever event was in season with his many close friends.

Robbie was preceded in death by his beloved wife Michelle, his parents, and his grandparents. Robert is survived by his children Robin (Kerry Wilson), Mandy (Rusty Stewart), Robert Pickens (Elyse), and Nick Pickens (Brittany), grandchildren Kassidi (Brandon) Bryan, Allie Brasington, Renlee Knowles, Brandi Knowles, Leah Stewart, Ethan Stewart, Mary Stewart, Nathan Stewart, Livy Pickens, Baylee Farrow, Hagen Allen, and Oaklynn Allen, and great-grandchild Nova Bryan. Also surviving Robbie are many nieces, nephews, and cousins, and in-laws.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, May 3, 2025, 11:00 A.M., at The Cross Loganville, 3275 Tig Knight Road, in Loganville. Additionally, there will be a special memorial service at 3rd Base Sports Bar & Grill on Salem Rd. Details on both events will be posted as soon as possible.

In honor of Robbie’s love of children, the family is asking that in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Robbie’s name be directed to choa.org/tribute or mailed to CHOA Foundation 1575 NE Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329.