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Patrick Petty Obituary

Patrick Stephen Petty CHESAPEAKE - Patrick Stephen Petty, 24, passed away at home Dec. 15, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer. A gifted musician, Patrick was a graduate of Western Branch High School and the Governor's School for the Arts, and studied cello at James Madison University and SUNY Purchase before continuing his music career in New York. He was a faithful friend and beloved son and brother who leaves to cherish his memory parents, Pete and Ginny Petty; brother, Robben; sister, Erin and girlfriend Anneke Schaul-Yoder. Preceded in death by grandfathers, Ken Winton and Ira Petty and aunt, Linda Pynn, he will be dearly missed by grandmothers, Lena Winton of Greenville, N.C., and Hettie Petty of Pelletier, N.C.; aunts and uncles, Judy Radford of Raleigh, N.C., Laura and Will Meadows of Auburn, Ala., and Charles and Debbie Petty of Thomasville, N.C.; along with cousins, Caitlin and Alex Colvin, Kara Petty, Ashley Pynn, Abby, Lila and Billy Meadows. Patrick treasured many, many friends both in Virginia and New York. The family would like to thank all the devoted doctors and nurses who cared for him especially Dr. James Stark and staff. A memorial service to celebrate Patrick's life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Ebenezer United Methodist Church, 1589 Steeple Drive, Suffolk, along with visitation with the family at 1 p.m. at the church. Snellings Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Memorial donations to benefit Dr. Darren Feldman's research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center can be made in honor of Patrick through the family at 4046 Devon Drive in Chesapeake.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Dec. 17, 2009.

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Kathy Willis

January 5, 2010

Mr. & Mrs. Petty,
We are so sorry for your loss. My son Ben rode the bus with Patrick while attending governor school and remembers what a great guy he was. I taught Robben and remember all of the wonderful things he said about his brother. You are in our prayers,
Kathy Willis

Bob McNaughton

January 3, 2010

Pete,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. When I met Patrick as a young boy I instantly felt that he was a special person. Although we only spoke a few times over the years, he really made an impression on me. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dorothy and John Ready

December 23, 2009

Dear Ginny and Pete, Robben & Erin,

We were saddened to hear the news of your sweet Patrick. To us, we will always remember him as the bright-eyed boy with a wonderful sense of humor and tender heart when we knew him best all those years ago. May God hold you all in the palm of his hand through this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marie Doherty

December 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Chris Commander

December 22, 2009

Pete and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jim Drumheller

December 21, 2009

Dear Pete,
Ann and I are very sad to hear about your loss. We will be praying for you and your family during this time that God will give you much comfort and strength. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

eddie berman

December 21, 2009

Pete - We are so sorry to hear of your loss.If we can be of any help please let me know.
eddie

Holly Hart

December 21, 2009

Dear Pete and Ginny,
Mark and I wanted to be able to tell you in person how saddened we are. We set out on Saturday but had to turn back. You have been in our prayers and
we hope that you may take comfort in your fond memories of such a fine son. Upon meeting Patrick I thought that I'd never met a young man with such presence and easy grace. I can't imagine how hard this must be but please know that we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. All our best, Mark and Holly Raspi

Lou Farthing

December 21, 2009

Deepest sympathies to all of you

Gardner and Rose King

December 19, 2009

Dear Pete, Ginny, and family,
We are deeply saddened by the news of your tremendous loss. We are praying that you will be carried through this difficult time by the Peace that passes understanding.
You will remain in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers.

Marie & Ben North

December 19, 2009

Pete, Ginny, and family,

Ben and I were very sorry to hear about Patrick~ I was so touched when I met him a couple of months ago, and have thought of him often since then.

We are thinking of you all at this time, and wish we had been able to be there for you today~

Kozoyed Family

December 19, 2009

Dear Petty Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Please take comfort in knowing that our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Allie May

December 19, 2009

To the Petty family,
I knew Patrick very well all through school and truly looked up to him not only as a musician but as a beautiful person. I am deeply sorry for your loss. It was and always will be such a pleasure to have known him.

December 18, 2009

Oh Ginny and Pete - so sorry to hear of the passing of Patrick - I remember what a bright and talented boy he was - I am sure you will miss him very much
Love to you and your family
Bunny and Joe Clarke

Yancey Powers

December 18, 2009

Ginny & Pete, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss.

KATHRYN BROOKS

December 18, 2009

DEAR GINNY AND PETE,
MY HEART IS SO FULL FOR YOU. WE WILL BE PRAYING FOR SOME PEACE IN YOUR LIFE.
KATHRYN AND DONNIE BROOKS
GREENVILLE, NC

December 18, 2009

Ginny and Pete,

I am so sorry to hear about Patrick. I know your hearts are broken. You are in my thoughts..

Elaine Czohara

December 18, 2009

To the Petty family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We knew Patrick as a friend to our daughter, Casey. He was an extraordinary young man who was a very gifted musician. He would come over and school Casey on the cello out of the goodness of his heart. He will be dearly missed. May God bless you with a healing heart.
Jimmy, Cathy and Casey Culpepper

Leah Katz

December 18, 2009

I will always remember Patrick as a talented musician. My thoughts are with you.

Steve Ferrarra

December 17, 2009

I am deeply sorrow when I heard the passing of such a gifted muscian. I know first hand the talent he had. I have experience his musiscal talent in person at my house.

He was truly gifted and GOD must have A purpose for him.
You see my som Chris have experience his passion for music.

I offer my deepest sorrow to his family during the Holidays.

I only wish I could be there during his passsing to better understand the mening of his lfe.........S. Ferrara

December 17, 2009

My family, Glenn, Tucker, Jack and myself, were very blessed to have had such great neighbors and friends, as all of you. I am so sorry for you all! Patrick was a very gifted and very very special person. I am so grateful for you all and for his kindness and graciousness. He will be a guardian angel to others!
The Miller's

December 17, 2009

We are so very sorry for your loss. He sounded like a very wonderful person in so many ways. May you feel God's peace during this horrible time and know that we are praying for you here at Holy Trinity in Auburn, AL.
The Rodning Family

December 17, 2009

To the Petty Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We hope that the many memories help carry you through this dificult time. We will remember Patrick as the polite, happy, funny young man who hung out in our room over with our boys, and the great musician during all the Western Branch Orchestra events. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Marty and Linda Stones
Matt, Brian, Chris, Brennen and Marli

Deej Goettel

December 17, 2009

Pete

So sorry to hear this very sad news. Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

David Paranzino

December 17, 2009

Pete and Ginny,

So sorry to hear about Patrick. My thoughts are with you all.

Mike Doyle

December 17, 2009

Pete, so sad to hear this. I'm sorry for your loss. My condolensces to you and your family.

December 17, 2009

Dear Petty Family,
There are no words to express how very much we hurt for your family. Patrick was a beloved son and brother that will be missed by numbers to large to count. Nothing in this world prepares one for the loss of a child and our love and prayers are with you all. Memories are truly a wonderful blessing and I know you will treasure each and every one. Our Love,

Gary,Connie,Joey,Brandon,and Drew Parrish

December 17, 2009

Pete-

Our continued prayers to you and your family, and may God's presence help bring you peace during this difficult time.

Jim & Teresa Auer

John & Lisa Berger

December 17, 2009

The Petty Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. We had the pleasure of knowing Patrick and watching him grow into a vibrant young man. It was wonderful to see him play the cello as he did so with passion. A true musician. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.

Leslie, Linnie, Linsley and Lysa Moseberth

December 17, 2009

Erin, just wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May the Lord lay his hand on you and help you in your healing.

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