Don Lynn Pickering, age 90, of Jamestown, passed away Friday, August 7, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born February 7, 1936 in Jamestown, Ohio the son of Doanld DeVoe and Donna (Lewis) Pickering.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers: Phillip and Lohr Pickering.

Lynn was the last graduating class of Silvercreek Schools in 1954, prior to the name change of Greeneview Schools. He served in the US Navy from 1954-58 as a Yoeman/Petty Officer on the Admirals staff in Norfolk, VA. Following his discharge, he enrolled in the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music in 1958. He worked for Aeolian Skinner Organ Co. in Boston, MA, as well as Steinway and Sons in New York City and Washington DC. Lynn also resided in Mansfield, Ohio for many years working as a piano and organ tuner, teacher and church musician. He enjoyed trains, cars and was very talented at drawing, but his passion was music. He spent his later years in Jamestown, Ohio enjoying his time with family and friends and making wonderful memories. He lifelong member of the Jamestown Area Historical Society. He will be remembered for his love of his church and his special gift of music.

He is survived by his sister: Rita Shewman of Jamestown, many nieces and nephews.

Services will be held 11 AM  Friday, August 14th at McColaugh Massie Funeral Home, 826 N. Detroit St., Xenia.    Visitation will begin at 10 AM Friday at the funeral home.  Burial to follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Bowersville, Ohio.