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Robert Pettit Obituary
Robert (Bob) E. Pettit, 71, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 29, at home with his family and loved ones surrounding him.
Bob was born August 9, 1943 in McFall, Missouri to Emery and Crystal Pettit. In 1969, he graduated from University of Missouri Kansas City with a degree in Biology. He served in the United States Army Reserve as a Sharp Shooter from 1959 to 1969. Bob went on to teach junior high math and science classes at the PCS American School in Saudi Arabia for over 20 years. Bob will be remembered first and foremost for his love and devotion to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, as well as being a loving husband and dedicated father. Bob will be dearly missed by Susan, his wife of 39 years; daughter Lisa; son-in-law Ethan; furry, four-legged granddog Kei; siblings Kathleen, Elroy, Lorean, Betty, Charles, Jerry, and Naomi; and many, many beloved uncles, aunts, cousins, nephews, nieces, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Lowell and James.
Visitation will be Monday, Feb. 2, 2015 at 11 am followed by funeral services at 12 pm at Cross Points Church in Shawnee. Interment will follow in Shawnee Mission Memory Gardens.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Pettit
April 6, 2017
I want to say, I was thinking of you all as I have often and went to the internet to find you and saw where Bob had crossed over. I want you to know I am so sorry. Please know I always thought so highly of you all, Bob was such a kind man. I always had such high admiration for him and loved how much he loved Susan and Lisa. God Bless you all and know I am so sorry.
Don Carlin
February 21, 2015
So sorry for your loss. In all the years I knew and worked with Bob in Jeddah, I knew him as a great friend. I have wonderful memories of our travels, snorkeling trips, and camping adventures. I know you have fond memories too. I pray these memories will help you as you grieve and heal.
Nyla Kazi
February 14, 2015
So deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Pettit's passing. He was my favorite teacher at PCS! Oddly enough, I went on to marry the boy I sat next to in his 7th grade Physical Science class. We are so grateful to have known him. May he rest in peace. Our condolences to his family. Love, Nyla & Aqib
Judy Tucker
February 9, 2015
So sorry for your loss. My wife, Judy, remembers Bob fondly from her years at PCS (1982 - 1990). He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dale & Judy Tucker
Molly Faulkner
February 8, 2015
Dear Sue, Many years have passed since we have seen you and Bob. Jim and I are so sorry to hear of his passing. Our years in Jeddah were memorable and richer because of your friendships. Please accept our sympathy to both you and Lisa.
Love, Jim and Molly
Molly Faulkner
February 8, 2015
Dear Sue, many years have passed since we last saw you and Bob. Jim and I are so sorry to hear of his passing. We send our heartfelt sympathy to you and Lisa. Our years in Saudi Arabia were made richer because of your friendship. Love, Jim and Molly
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Dan and Patricia Coleman
February 3, 2015
Sue and Lisa, we love you and are praying for you. Praising God for Bob's salvation! Please let us know of there is anything we can do to help you!
Bob
February 3, 2015
I am grateful for the life of Mr. Pettit. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.
Robert and Tammy Gonser
February 2, 2015
Susan and Lisa, we are so sorry for the passing of bob, what a great person he was as a neighbor and as a friend. No more suffering, as he is now with the lord. His loss will be shared by many that knew him. Susan and Lisa be strong as we know that would be what Bob would want. Love to all, the Gonser's
Dan Ritchey
February 2, 2015
Just heard the news about Bob. What a huge heart and a great friend. I miss him dearly. So sorry have all of you in my prayers.
February 1, 2015
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will miss you very much. Susan and Lisa you know where to find us if you need anything. We love you all. The Zarger's
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