Kenneth Petz Obituary
Kenneth John Petz, 62, of Southside, departed this life on Friday, July 4, 2025. He was born in Fresno, California, on September 11, 1962, to Johnny Lee and Margaret Louise (Martin) Petz.
During his working years he worked in construction. Kenneth attended Church of God Prophecy in Batesville. He loved sports, especially NASCAR.
Left to cherish his memory is his daughter, Sonya Orona of Norman, Oklahoma; father, Johnny Lee Petz, Sr. of Fresno, California; brothers, Johnny Petz, Jr. of Fresno, California and Ronny Petz and wife Ronda of Southside, Arkansas and two grandsons, Donavon anfd Derron Orona.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Petz and grandmother, Jessie Lee Martin.
Memorial service to be held at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
2180 Batesville Blvd, Southside, AR 72501
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