Bernice F. Petty, 95, of Rockford, IL, passed away January 18, 2022. She was born on May 18, 1926 in Rockford to Martin and Anna (Kondrate) Bartus. Bernice was proud of her Lithuanian heritage and was a life member of the Lithuanian club in Rockford. She worked for many years at Edwards Bakery. Bernice was an avid reader, and loved to travel. She will be missed by many.
She is survived by her sons; George (Linda) Petty, Richard (Mary) Petty, Dean Jr. (Dianne) Petty, Raymond (Kristina) Petty, as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she loved dearly.
She is predeceased by her husband; Dean E. Petty Sr., her parents; Martin and Anna, sons; Vaughn Petty, and Donald Petty, grandson; Robert John Petty, as well as 2 sisters and 1 brother.
A funeral for Bernice is scheduled for Tuesday, January 25 at 2pm at Sunset Funeral Home. Located at 8800 N. Alpine Rd. Machesney Park IL 61115. A visitation will take place at 1pm until the time of service. Entombment in Sunset Memorial Gardens.