Waterbury – Mrs. Frances (Jones) Pickett, 97, passed away on Saturday, January 2, at the Waterbury Hospital. Frances was born June 26, 1923 in Bennettsville, SC. She was a long time resident of Waterbury. She had been employed at Uniroyal in Naugatuck for many years and had attended the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. She is survived by her grandson, Travis Notice of Waterbury and several nieces and nephews, including, James Jones. Jr of West Haven and Kenneth and Gary Jones, both of Waterbury. A graveside service will be held on Friday at 3:00 P.M. at the New Pine Grove Cemetery. (Please meet at cemetery office) There are no calling hours.