John lived most of his life in Wichita Falls where he attended and graduated high school. He worked as a machinist until his retirement. In his younger years, he played baseball for the church league and loved Texas Rangers Baseball and the PBR.
He is survived by his daughters, Kathryn (Cliff) Holland and Vicki Rodriguez. Followed by 10 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Including his long time friend and companion Barbara Hrazdil.
Those that preceded him in death are his mother and father, his siblings Leonard (Betty), Morrow, Zell (Wenfred) Edelman, Bernice (Ralph) Mabry, Dorothery (George) Sternadel and Margie (Morris) Hughes. Son in law, Ruben Rodriguez and several nieces and nephews.
Graveside service will be held for immediate family only.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hamptonvaughancrestview.com for the Petty family.
