Martha Jean Herrod

She was born September 13, 1930 at Sycamore, a daughter of the late Russell B. and Gwendola Penn Pettit.

On May 3, 1952 she married Jack E. Herrod Sr., who passed away March 27, 2008.

Mrs. Herrod had worked in the housekeeping department at Waynesburg University.

She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Waynesurg for many years. She had attended the Swarts Methodist Church.

She enjoyed taking care of her home and family, canning, and baking. She also enjoyed crocheting and needlework, and solving crossword puzzles.

Surviving are two sons, Jack E. Herrod Jr. (Tami) of Sycamore and James E. Herrod (Teresa) of Sycamore; five grandchildren, Ryan, Reba, Austin, Brittniy, and Katie; one great-grandson, Everett; one sister, Louise Gallagher of Washington; and several nieces and nephews.

Two brothers, Kenneth Pettit and Howard B. Pettit predeceased her.

Friends will be received 2 pm to 6 pm, Sunday in Behm Funeral Homes Inc., 182 West High St., Waynesburg, where services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, February 10, 2020 with Rev. David Earnest officiating followed by burial in Bethlehem Cemetery at Ruff Creek.