Conyers lost a piece of history and a true American hero when Col. Edward G. Pickett passed away in February.Pickett, 94, was the sole survivor of a horrendous plane crash during World War II that broke his body at the time but left him with a steadfast faith that would see him through to his last days.Charles Ross, who had served in Kiwanis clubs with Pickett — both had been presidents of their respective clubs — sat with Pickett towards the end of his life on Sundays while Pickett’s wife Donna went to church. "He told me he’s ready to leave this house and go to God’s house," said Ross.On