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Steve Pettus Obituary
Steve Pettus, age 85 of Clarksville, died November 3, 2011 at Gateway Medical Center.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, at Fifth Ward Missionary Baptist Church. Pastor Charles W. Radford, Eulogy. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 8, 2011 from 12 Noon to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Family present Tuesday from 6-8 p.m., at the Fifth Ward Missionary Baptist Church.
He was born November 6, 1925 the son of Robert Pettus and Cora Dickson Pettus. He was the widow of Bettie Jean Gold-Pettus. He was an Entrepreneur and worked at TVA. He was a member of Fifth Ward Missionary Baptist Church, where he was in the Male Chorus and Deacon Board.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his children, Eugene Bagwell, Lake Charles, LA, Donna Donna Pettus-Pace, Joan Pettus-Daniel, both of Clarksville, TN; brother, George Pettus, Clarksville, TN; sisters, Eunice P. Ledford, Clarksville, TN, Mary P. Wiggins, Fairfax, VA; a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, a host of family and friends.
Foston Funeral Home, (931) 647-5451.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Pettus
Timothy M. Baggett
November 22, 2011
Always a smile. Always a good handshake. What a blessing it has been to have Steve be a part of my life. God has blessed all who have been in Steve's presence. May we all take the goodness that he gave and share with others. Bless all of the family for sharing such a wonderful man. May God comfort each of us until we can meet again in His house.
Rene' Gupton-Joseph
November 16, 2011
Donna and Joannie, Jo Ann, Ron, Cora, Agnes, and Carlos. Praying that God will keep you and that the memories will make you smile. What a singer! What a voice! Praise God for his music ministry. God bless you. Rene' "Gupton" Joseph
Etoile Harrison
November 11, 2011
Mr. Steve was the nicest man I meet working at hwy 48 market. He would stop and get coffee in the morning and never fail to tell me to be careful with all the stranger coming in. I remember when he retired from TVA. That last day he was very happy and a bit sad at the same time. He was so excited to get to do the BBQ full time. It was an adventure and now he is on his next adventure. Thank you so much for making my days a bit brighter.
Brenda Boswell
November 10, 2011
My mother and I went to visit Ms. Betty at the nursing home shortly before she passed. Before we left I asked Ms.Betty if she would like the head of her bed down some so she could rest. Ms. Betty said 'No dear I just want to sit here and look at my Beautiful husband" When I looked at Mr.Steve he had this wounderful smile on his face. When mom and I went to the funeral home the other day, I saw that same smile on Mr.Steve's face and the only thing I could think was Mr. Steve must have seen his Beautiful Angel welcoming him home.
I know they are both happy again...
Michael/Sandra Leach
November 10, 2011
Wow! What a man of God, Brother Pettus truly made an impact in people lives with the help of the Holy Spirit. I pray his life style would comfort you and give you the strength to endure the race. Be encouraged and love one another unconditionally. Many Prayers and Much Love.
lisa
November 10, 2011
i will always remember his smile and kind words. what a truly special man.
November 10, 2011
Mr. Steve, I was so fond of your shopping visits to Kroger while I was there. You have the best people personality! Niceness was written all over you. Thank-you for being a part of my life! Kari Heuer
Leah Anne 'Fyke' Ransdell
November 9, 2011
RIP Steve. We will miss your smiling face and kind words. You had the best BBQ sauce EVER!! The Pettus Family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
david barker
November 9, 2011
Ole steves, I remember taking that trip outside of the clarksville city limits numerous times to get some bbq and "skins" with my mother and then by my self as an adult. I 'm going to miss going to what used to be called slim wootens and buying some of that homemade sauce. Thank you for all the memories.I guess God needed to bbq, he's found one of the greats. Carlos and the rest of the pettus family may God bless you and watch over you.
David Barker & family
Sally Adkins
November 9, 2011
Mr. Steve was the best Democrat I ever knew. I loved it when he told me stories about fishing with my Granddaddy Charlie. I loved it when he called me "sugar" and said I was a true Adkins! I loved him.
I will miss him and our political talks in Kroger.
My son David loved him too.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Sincerely,
Sally Adkins and David Browning
Lanise Whittington Collins, St Peter AME Church
November 9, 2011
To The Pettus Family:
I will always remember when there was singing going on at a church there was Steve and the Fletcher Brothers singing. We would love to here them sing. Our choir would always get an invite to sing at First Baptist when it was on Vine St. and we always enjoy the time spent with him. Mr. Steve is resting and singing his heart out with the family and they are having a good time. Just smile family and kno he is resting now.
Freida Quarles
November 9, 2011
To Joan, I am so sorry I was not able to attend the services. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cherish the memories as I remind myself daily of my mother “Edna Quarles”. May God continue to strengthen you. I love you cousin.
Christine (Perigo) Reynolds
November 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kristi Lathon Torres
November 9, 2011
To The Pettus Family,
We wanted to let you know that you have our deepest sympathy, and our hearts are truly saddened. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Lathon Family
Louis and Brenda Boyd
November 9, 2011
Just imagine Brother Pettus smiling as he walk through the pearly gates of Heaven, walking on the streets made of gold, seeing love one, probably joining in singing with the Angelic Choir but most beautifully and importantly sitting at the feet of the Almight God. Oh, what joy this should bring to our hearts!
Ms. Janice Martin Sowell
November 9, 2011
To the Pettus family, my prayers and thoughts are with you all. Mr. Pettus was a blessing in my life. He opened a door for children like myself to go skating who did not have a way, by driving a bus to pick us up. I pray God will continue to strengthen you all through this journey.
Cleaster & Loretta Marshall
November 9, 2011
May god be with you and your family,going to be miss!
Aicia (Icey) Mercado
November 9, 2011
SCHOOL PICKUP/ "Hey Grandfather." Cre said as she climbs in the passenger seat. "What's up Grandfather!" I mimicke as I squeezed into the back seat of his rusted blue station wagon. "Hey." he mumbles as he adjusts his dusty ball cap on his head. You have to understand that Grandfather Pettus didn't mind playing rescue, just not in the rain. Lol! He runs a red light, as Cre turns to make eye contact with me. I began to search for a seat belt, but there isn't one. God help us! "Grandfather, I can drive if you want," his granddaughter offers, as I stifle a giggle at his indignant huff. "I got it." He all but fusses at us. "Hey Grandfather, Cre cut my hair today!" I say, sounding like an
excited 12yr old. He chuckles a bit at this, "She did?" He asks just to placate me. "Yeah, do you like it? When he finally pulls to the next red light, he turns to inspect my head. "Lord have mercy," he says and turns his attention back to the road. "What is it?" Cre asks a bit defensively. Again I stifle a giggle. "I don't know what's wrong with you girls lookin like little chickens! Why on earth do ya'll girls want your hair cut like a boys?". "We don't look like boys!" I protest from the back seat, as I suddenly realize I've sat in something wet. "Grandfather my butt is wet! Am I sitting in barbecue sauce?" I ask seriously as I try to readjust. He ignores me of course, continuing to fuss. "You girls need to let your hair grow!". "What is that smell?" Cre blurts as she rolls her window down. "Oh my God!" I yell. " Whatever I'm sitting in got my butt burning!" There's a moment of silence. "Kerosene!!!" Cre and I say in unison. "What's that now?" Grandfather asks as if he just realized we were there. "My butt is burning!!!" I whine. "That kerosene can't hurt you girl. Make ya strong." (TO THE READER, THIS MEMORY WILL MEAN NOTHING. FOR ME??? IT WILL ALWAYS BRING A SMILE TO MY FACE. KISS YOUR WIFE FOR ME. I LOVE YOU OLD MAN)
Bernice Benbow
November 9, 2011
May God's Continual Blessings Belong To The Family!
Mamie Radcliffe and Family
November 8, 2011
Your family is in our prayers.
Evelyn Moody Showers
November 8, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
November 8, 2011
Mr. Steve was always a welcomed customer in CDE. We loved his visits. He is sadly missed. Your family is in our prayers.
Leslie Frost
kevin Lawrence
November 8, 2011
Bro. Pettus Is gone to a better place to be with his Lord & Saviour. May god continue to bless & keep his family.
Cathy Gold-Briggs
November 8, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Janet & Mariah Long/Wooten
November 8, 2011
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
frank brewer
November 8, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 8, 2011
To the Pettus Family;
May God strengthen your hearts during your time of loss.
Sincerely,Donna(Northington)Richmond
Elon,NC
Sandra Jones-Grafton
November 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Pettus Family in your hour of bereavement.
God has added one more Angel, and his kindred spirit will be sorely missed. I will cherish his memory.
Sondra Hockett Jones
November 8, 2011
To the Pettus family, so sorry to hear of your lost, as I remind myself daily, cherish the memories. My prayers are with you. May God continue to strengthen and bless your family.
Kenneth Haynes
November 8, 2011
Donna&Joan,I'm sorry to here of your loss But glad to see your mom &Dad are together again,our thoughts an prays are with you an your Familys,I'm glad to have known him,greeted everyone with a smile. Kenneth Haynes & Haynes Family
Edd & Vanessa Trotter
November 8, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cynthia Miller Cole
November 8, 2011
To the Pettus family--My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Joyce Meriweather-Blount & Family
November 8, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
The Atkins Family
November 8, 2011
Sorry to hear about the passing of Ole Steve, who was the best BBQ cook. Heaven has gain a wonderful man with a beautiful warm smile. Be Blessed.
Cindy Schmittou
November 8, 2011
My Pettus was a patient at our office. I had the pleasure of taking care of him from time to time. He was so much fun. I work for Dr. Mishra
doug-henry perryman/fifth ward missionary Baptist church
doug-henry perryman
November 8, 2011
Mr pettus is with God now and at peace. i met brother Pettus when i first came to Clarksville in July of 2009, and found him to be a very nice and friendly person.and i love watching him sing in the men's choir at fith ward! and watching the smiles on the faces of everyone there.God bless you MR Pettus, you will always be missed and loved!
linda mayfield-graham
November 8, 2011
donna and joan these last few months have been very challenging even for the strongest person,i pray god will continue to bless and lift you up. rest in peace mr pettus. (ole steve)
Bobby and Kitty Petties
November 8, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Michael Ewing
November 8, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Will continue to pray for the family
Latania Rudolph
November 8, 2011
My prayers are with you Donna and Joannie. May God comfort your hearts during this time. I am sure that your dad has taken his place in the Heavenly choir.
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