George Emerson Pickeral, of Providence, NC, died on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. He was born in Pittsylvania County on March 29, 1935. He was the son of the late Reynard P. Pickeral and the late Hettie Mae Atkinson Pickeral. George was the youngest of twelve children. He is predeceased by six sisters and five brothers. He is survived by one Sister-In- Law, Mamie Pickeral of Providence, NC. He was an Uncle to many Nieces and Nephews. George worked many years in the textile industry, and he retired from Dan River Mills. George loved music and he was a very good guitar player. He enjoyed getting together with friends and family to make music, especially gospel and country. Graveside services will be held on Friday, March 11, at 2PM at Danville Memorial Gardens. Pastor Dan Darrikhuma and Elder Marvin Pickeral will be officiating.