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Paul Petty Obituary
82, passed away on Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 in Saint Cloud, Florida. Paul was born in Clyde, Texas on September 15, 1928, the son of Ammon and Azilee (Medley) Petty. He is survived by his loving family, wife Cecile (Collins) Petty; son, Dr. Steven Petty and his wife Dr. Brett Petty of Saint Cloud, FL; two granddaughters: Norah and Ella Petty; and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He is also survived by a sister, Dorothy Alexander and her husband Jim of Pasadena, Texas. Paul is preceded in death by his parents, Ammon and Azilee Petty; brothers, Edwin and James Petty and sister, Evelyn Taylor. Paul was a career educator and hall-of-fame coach in Arizona, Texas, New Mexico and Florida. Arrangements under the direction of Fisk Funeral Home, 1107 Massachusetts Avenue, St. Cloud, Fl 34769. 407 892-2155. For greater details please see www.fiskfh.com
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Richard M Murrieta
December 10, 2022
Coach Petty took me for my drivers training test on Jan 30 1976. He was a great individual, he was also my P.E Teacher. Rest In Peace Coach Petty. Richard M. Murrieta and Family.
Jane Kennedy Howell
October 30, 2011
Coach Petty was my brother Bobby's coach at Miami High School. We all were members of First Baptist Church in Miami. He was a great postitive influence on the many lives he touched. We all loved "Coach" and extend our deepest sympathies to his family.
Doug Harmon
July 31, 2011
Coach Petty planted seeds of character. These seeds grew into trees. These trees
seeded a forest bearing character as it's
fruit. Coach your influence will go on
forever.
Michael Grosso
May 9, 2011
Rest in peace Coach and may all your players meet you at the gates when it's their time and get the touchdown play for the win.
Grosso (Miami High School)
May 5, 2011
I remember Coach Petty from my High School years in Miami High, we had a really good team for years with him as coach. He was a man for the children and for the people and will be greatly missed. Our sympathy and prayers are with you. Kathy Johnson
Jan Little McDonald
May 4, 2011
Paul Petty was a deacon in the church where I grew up in Miami, AZ. He was the humblest of people. It really embarrassed him to be the center of attention. A quiet, generous man, it wasn't until just recently we learned that he was the "anonymous donor" who helped my brother, Bill, pay tuition for his last year in college when Bill's financial position was desperate. That was about 40 years ago. You will always be remembered and appreciated, Paul. To his family: Please accept my sincerest condolences and sympathy. You have lost a one-of-a-kind human being.
Robert Castaneda
May 4, 2011
I also have fond memories of Coach Petty, especially during many summers at Camp Jourdin and then when his family returned to the Cobre Valley to coach at Globe High School. My condolences and prayers are with the entire family.
Bob Welch
May 2, 2011
I remember Coach Petty from my HS years at Miami. I attend First Baptist Church with him. May he rest in peace. God bless his family.
Viki Welch Dillahunty
May 2, 2011
So many memories of Coach Petty from my early childhood, from his deep voice singing in church, to his telling stories around the campfire at YMCA Camp Jourdin, as well as watching him coach. I will always have wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Harry Neptune
May 1, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
May 1, 2011
We share in your sorrow and celebrate with you the life of this fine man whose presence has graced our lives over the past 30 years. He has already been welcomed into heaven by my husband, father and Grandpa Joe. God bless you all.
Love and prayers, Penny, Pearl, Jeff, Janelle, Natalia, Joe & Barb and Tom & Denise
Carol Griffith
May 1, 2011
I was honored to have known and worked with Paul Petty at Sunnyside High School for many years. He was a class act, dedicated coach and educator. Paul loved his players and treated them accordingly. A man's man, Paul was a fantastic role model for his students. He dedicated himself to the task at hand and everyone around him was better for that quality. Take one special aspect of Paul's life as your own and keep his traditions and values alive forever. With deepest sympathy.
Susan (Sims) Smith
May 1, 2011
Many happy memories of Coach Petty at Miami High School and Camp Jourdin. My thoughts are with you.
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