Neil G. Pettigrew

Neil is still very much in my thoughts. So much so that with in the past week, I dreamt that he and I were locked in another of our spirited battles on the golf course. We would bet on virtually every aspect of the game. At the end of the day, it almost always came out close to even. Neil, your friendship will always be in my heart.

I have known Neil for about 6 or 7 years and have totally enjoyed his spirit. He was a fierce competitor. Win or lose, he was always ready to go again. He was a good man, a patriot, a friend that I will miss. Rest in peace.

Dear Kathleen and Family,
The Sisters of the Holy Names are holding all of you in their thoughts and prayers as Neil enters his eternal happiness. May you know his nearness often.

I met Neil on the golf course 4 years ago, we played often and very competitevly It was a blast. I am very honored to have known Neil he loved life country and family. I am very thankful and inspired by his diligence and faithfulness. I know he loved and was loved. I pray a blessing on all of the family and friends who miss him so much. Neil will never be forgotten. Gary Gossett(Spokane, WA)

My friendship with Neil started competing with him in high school athletics,He at prep while I was at Rogers.We had many debates about the outcome of our contests,but never lost our mutual respect for one another.He was a patriot,fan of all gonzaga things,a devoted father,and a great friend.I will miss him.

Over more than 30 years of friendship with Neil, we shared love of country, loveof competition on the golf course and, most of all, just enjoying our friendship. One of my favorite "Neil stories" was one January day at Liberty lake golf course. It was about 25 degrees but the course was open on frozen,temporary greens. We were the only 2 on the course. About the 8th hole, a light snow began falling. Just enough to put a light coating on the greens making it difficult to putt. At the...