Ernest John Petty Obituary
We bid farewell to Ernest John Petty (Ponca, Nebraska), born in Plymouth, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 17, 2024 at the age of 94. Ernest John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ernest John Petty to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Elmer Petty and Edna Petty (Jans); his son Doug Petty; his grandsons, Terry and Chris DeBuhr; and his sisters, Agnes, Mary and Phyllis.
He is survived by: his wife Doris Petty of Elk Point, SD; his daughters, Deb Girard of Elk Point, Donna DeBuhr (Dan) of Elk Point, SD and Dawn Pribil (Gary) of Madison, SD.; his grandchildren, Tim Gale (Jerri), John Gale, Belinda Trometer (Chris), Tony DeBuhr, Danielle Jackson (Alex), Dustin DeBuhr (Erica), Casey DeBuhr (Kari), Jessica Bjordal (Nik), Nicole Steele (Tyler) and Nick Petty; and his sister Lyna Wiberg of Alcester, SD.. He is also survived by 18 great-grandchildren, with one on the way; 5 great-great-grandchildren.
