JOHNSON CITY -William Spencer Pickel, 91, Johnson City, passed away Tuesday, April 6 at his home surrounded by his family and his fur buddies, Pepper, Honey, and Karlie. He was born on April 22, 1929 in Johnson City. He operated a Sinclair Service Station on Walnut Street for many years until 1972. At that time he opened his own car repair shop and later retired as a mechanic from the Tennessee Department of Transportation. He loved people and always found opportunities to demonstrate his strong faith. He restored several antique vehicles and enjoyed flying and also attained his private pilot license. He was a charter member of Princeton Presbyterian Church where he served as decan and elder for many years and later served as elder and Sunday School teacher at Keystone Presbyterian Church. He currently attended Shenandoah Presbyterian Church and was a member of the Friendship Sunday School Class at First Methodist Church in Johnson City. He also served over forty years on the Board of Children Evangelism Fellowship of the Tri-Cities. He had an avid interest in antique cars and was a member of the Carter County Car Club. He loved sharing coffee and discussions with the ROMEO's.