Jack Lester Petree, age 73, of Maryville, went to be face to face with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
Jack was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Debbie Standridge Petree; his son, Jordan Petree; and his parents, Lester Petree and Lois Whaley Petree.
He is survived by his son, Jacob Petree, and daughter-in-law, Morgan Petree; his daughter, Jennifer Parten, and son-in-law, Dave Parten; his brothers, Gary Petree and Tim Petree; and his partner, Linda Crass and her children, Chet and Laci Crass. Jack also leaves behind grandchildren who adored him: Garrett and Kenzie Jean Brown; Grayson, Jack, and Ben Petree; Ashlynn, Henley, and Evelyn Crass; and Josey and Bryar Morgan.
Jack will be remembered for the love of his family and his unwavering faith. His legacy lives on through the many lives he touched and the family he cherished deeply.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 10, at Vineyard Church Maryville. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 p.m.
Vineyard Church Maryville: 1225 William Blount Dr.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1402 Tuckaleechee Pike, Maryville, TN 37803

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