Scott Dawson Pettit

Scott Dawson Pettit obituary, Manakin Sabot, VA

Scott Dawson Pettit

Scott Pettit Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 3, 2014.
MANAKIN SABOT - Scott Dawson Pettit, Jr. ("Dawson") of Manakin-Sabot passed away suddenly on March 1, 2014. Born February 13, 1988, Dawson is a graduate of Deep Run High School and James Madison University. His sweet loving personality will be missed by all who knew him, especially his best friend Burly, his rescue dog. Dawson is survived by his parents, Scott and Laurie Pettit, sister Charlotte Caporale and her husband Nick, grandparents Phillip and Barbara Pettit and Suzie Brooks, aunts and uncles Tyler and Cheri Brooks, Charles and Nancy Brooks, Cary Sears, Larry Sears, Brandon and Donna Pettit, and Todd and Mary Carter Dabney, great aunts and uncles Ryland and Janet Bowie, Audrey and Bill Mesmer, and Ralph Pettit, cousins Crisney Brooks, Charles and Sarah Sears, Jennifer and Jamie Fox, Nicole and Ryan Slater, Gardiner and Amy Brooks, Mason and Alex Brooks, Lindsey Brooks, Buck and Brandi Pettit, Grayson and Dannah Pettit, Emory and Jay Dolan, and Lucy Dabney, and seven great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, GT Brooks, and cousin Malinda Pettit. A celebration of Dawson's life will be led by The Reverend Dr. Jim Lavender at Discovery United Methodist Church, 13000 Gayton Road, Richmond, Virginia on Friday, March 7, 2014 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Henrico Humane Society, PO Box 28014, Richmond, VA 23228, or www.henricohumane.org.

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March 18, 2014

Robert and Robin Smith posted to the memorial.

March 16, 2014

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March 11, 2014

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Robert and Robin Smith

March 18, 2014

Laurie and Scott,We are so sorry for your loss. We are sending our prayers. May comfort and strength come your way in remembering Dawson.

March 16, 2014

Scott and Laurie,
No words could even begin to express what I feel for your entire family at this most difficult time. I only know that "Dawson" is now at peace and in a much better place than we are! My prayers are with you.
Donna Doherty

March 11, 2014

Dear Scott, Laurie, Charlotte and Nick-- you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Dave and Kathy Witt

March 10, 2014

Laurie, I have no words but many prayers. With love, Stephanie

brook newbery

March 7, 2014

We are so sorry to learn of the passing of Dawson. Please accept our sincere condolences to your family. sincerely, Brook and Philip Newbery

Bertie Fife

March 7, 2014

Laurie, Scott, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May the loving memories you have of Dawson help comfort you and ease your pain and sorrow.

March 7, 2014

Scott and Laurie, my prayers are with you
David Henderson

Benjamin Lockley

March 7, 2014

Dawson this is Benjamin Lockley. I only known you for a short period Of time but in the short time I see that you had a good heart and you were a Genuinely good person sorry for your misfortune and I pray that you have safe travels in the afterlife from me and your whole Redlobster family we love you and rest in peace

March 6, 2014

Dear Virginia Cary, Laurie and family - we are so sorry for your loss. Please know you all will remain in our prayers. With much love, Richard and Susie (Henderson) Meadows

Gina Clayton

March 6, 2014

Laurie - I'm just seeing this news. I'm so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family at this time.

Sally Castles

March 6, 2014

My prayers are with the Petit family. I will always have fond memories of "Daw," and his easy smile.

Natasha Engram

March 5, 2014

My prayers are with your family

Natasha Engram

March 5, 2014

My prayers are with you

Kellye McNulty

March 5, 2014

Scott and Family,
My heart hurts for you. I am keeping you in my prayers.

Mike Videtic

March 5, 2014

Our heart is broken over this tragedy. We are praying that the Pettit family will be surrounded by love and comfort during this difficult time.

Diana Creasey

March 5, 2014

Dear Scott and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family in the passing of Dawson. May the Lord Jesus give you comfort as "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds" (Psalm 147:3).

Trish Locke

March 5, 2014

I am so sorry that Dawson is no longer with us on Earth. In the wake of this tragic loss, take comfort in knowing that he is at peace now and in a place where he no longer has to struggle. Thinking of you!

Pete and Connie Henderson

March 5, 2014

Dear Laurie, Scott and Family,
We have just learned of Dawson. We are so very sorry for your loss, our prayers and love to your entire family.

March 5, 2014

Matt told me about Dawson. My heart breaks for you and Scott. I am so sorry. With love Kay Shapiro

March 4, 2014

Susie- So sad--you have our deepest sympathy.
John and Scottie Austin Williamsburg, Va.

Janet and Mike Minock

March 4, 2014

We are so sorry for your tragic loss. Our prayers are with your family.

March 4, 2014

Dear Laurie, Scott, Char & Nick,

Lighting this candle In loving memory of a wonderful person. Dawson will be with you always.

Love,
Doreen & Ed

Sam and Renae Stietzel

March 4, 2014

Scott, Laurie and family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this very sad time.

March 4, 2014

My deepest sympathy

Aunt Bea Caporalem Ardsley, NY

March 4, 2014

My deepest sympathy

Aunt Bea Caporale

K Ford

March 4, 2014

I knew Dawson for a brief few years. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone he ever came in contact with during this difficult time.

March 4, 2014

Laurie,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tommy and MaryBeth Gilman

Wayne Di Rosario

March 4, 2014

you will always be remembered in our hearts.

Janet Pelosi

March 4, 2014

So sorry for your loss - Your family is in our thoughts and prayers - Praying that God will give you strength and bring you peace. Janet (Caporale) Pelosi

Chad Ackerman

March 4, 2014

Scott,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Matthew 5:4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted… “
-Chad & Marcie Ackerman

Dana DuVerney

March 4, 2014

Laurie and Scott,

My heart aches for you for the loss of your wonderful son Dawson. Words are inadequate. I pray that the Lord will console and comfort you through your sadness and pain.

March 4, 2014

Laurie & Scott -
Words cannot adequately capture the grief ... please know we love you ... you are in our prayers.
Heather & Jim

Dottie (Jennings)Carpenter

March 4, 2014

Thoughts and prayers with you at this time. Much love.

Susanne Jennings Raiszadeh

March 4, 2014

Can only imagine your sadness and pain at this time of grief. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cindy Wharton

March 4, 2014

Laurie, Scott, Charlotte and Nick - I cannot find the words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Know that Dawson is at peace and God will help you through this extremely difficult time. Thinking and praying for you all.

Bob & Kathryn Oliver

March 4, 2014

Scott and Laurie, we are so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We love you and miss you and may God be with you.

Diana Hickert-Hill

March 4, 2014

Laurie and Scott,

We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping uou and your family in our thoughts and prayers. We love you always.

Diana and Peter Hill

March 4, 2014

Laurie, Scott, Charlotte, and Nick,
So sadden by your loss.. May God grant you peace, and love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you a each day. Dawson was a gift to all ..thinking of your entire family...Cindy and Ann-Phillips

Gene & Peggy Blanton

March 4, 2014

Scott and Laurie our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know that God will give you the strength to get through the coming days. Dawson will always be wth you. We love you.

Shelia Tarzia

March 4, 2014

Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your entire family.

Carol and Steve Petock

March 4, 2014

Scott and Laurie, we are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy for your entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

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