Jordan E. “Tinker” Picot

Jordan E. “Tinker” Picot, 82, died peacefully at his home in Quincy, April 28, 2014, surrounded by his loving family.

Tinker was born and raised in Dorchester and lived in the Adams Shore neighborhood of Quincy for over 50 years. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 63 years, Gladys (Mulligan), daughters Deborah Picot of Quincy, Denise Picot of Weymouth and Donna Picot of Quincy. He was the devoted grandfather of Glenn Picot and Donna Concannon and the brother of Wilfred Picot and the late Leonard Picot. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law Pat Mulligan, Mary Picot, and Margery Picot as well as nieces, nephews, and many friends.

A highly-decorated New England Amateur boxer, Tinker was a former Golden Glove Champion, New England Champion, and NEAAU Champion. Tinker’s record was 246-5 (160 knockouts). In 1957 he qualified and was licensed as a boxing professional with the State of Massachusetts. Tinker was the founder and sponsor of Picot’s Comedy Boxing Team, a traveling boxing comedy show with the purpose of generating funds for youth charities. He was a boxing coach to many and a professional referee. In his later years, he was inducted into the “Ring Four” hall of fame. 

Tinker was a 55-year active member of the Local 7 Iron Workers Association and worked for the MBTA a majority of these years.  He represented the Local 7 union in various leadership positions such as vice president and chief shop steward. 

Dedicated to youth and community organizations, Tinker served as president of the Hunting Elementary PTA and president of the Adams Shore Community Association. 

He will be remembered by his family and friends for his unconditional love, big heart, and the natural ability to make everyone laugh and feel good.  Tinker knew everyone and everyone knew “Tinker”. He was truly a living legend.

A Funeral Mass will be held in Holy Trinity Parish at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Quincy on Saturday May 3 at 10:30.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Jimmy Fund. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. 849168, Boston, MA. 02284-9168.