Nancy Pickney

March 3, 1952 - May 25, 2018

Nancy Pickney, 66, of Hot Springs, formerly of Paragould passed away from cancer on May 25th at St. Vincent Hospital. Nancy was a Fine Arts graduate of ASU and her passion for the arts deepened while living and traveling throughout France. Nancy, along with her sister, Judy, later developed Pickney's Creations and began selling their work not only in the United States but worldwide. Nancy has often said that she gained much satisfaction from seeing people wearing her creations or displaying her art in their homes. Her work was purchased by many notable people including Bill Clinton and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Because of their admiration for Nancy's work, she and Judy were invited to the White House during the Clinton Administration. Through her art, Nancy made many friends and will be greatly missed. She had the ability to bring a smile to those who loved her art and sense of humor. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, George and Thelma Pickney. She is survived by her sister, Judy Pickney, of the home, brother and sister-in-law, Ron and Ann Pickney, nephews Grant and Jared Pickney and several great nephews and nieces of Paragould. The family would like to thank Hospice for their wonderful care and compassion during this difficult time. Memorials may be made to Arkansas Hospice or the American Cancer Society. A celebration of Nancy's life will be held at a later date.