Michael Waymon Pettyjohn

Michael Waymon Pettyjohn, 72, of Arnoldsville, passed away Saturday, December 29, 2018. A native of Athens, Mr. Pettyjohn was the son of the late Waymon Victor Pettyjohn and Floy Jordan Pettyjohn. He was the owner/operator of Pettyjohn Auto Electric on Boulevard for over 40 years. He also loved drag racing and working on antique radios. He was a member of West End Baptist Church. Mr. Pettyjohn had been a resident of Rainbow Retirement Home in Arnoldsville for the last 5 years. Survivors include children, Michelle Wood (Tommy), Melanie Sottile (Gene Wren) and Ginger Pettyjohn, all of Winterville; sister, June P. Blackwell of Statham; grandson, Brandon Wood of Athens; and special friend, Maria Funk of Winterville. The family will receive friends Wednesday, January 2 from 6-8 p.m. at Bernstein Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held Thursday, January 3 at 2 p.m. at Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 105 Westpark Drive, Suite C, Athens, GA 30606. Bernstein Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.BernsteinFuneralHome.com