Gerald John Pettigrew, 68, passed away on Dec. 7, 2016 at his home in Rogers surrounded by family. He was born in Berryville on May 26, 1948 to the late Hylton and Rose (Martinez) Pettigrew.
He was the husband of 44 years to Kathy (Fancher) Pettigrew.
Jerry was at home in the outdoors. He had a passion for hunting and fishing, especially with his sons. He was the ultimate sports dad and always volunteered to coach the boys’ teams. He also enjoyed acting as a Scout Master of Troop 52. You never saw Jerry without one of his beloved dogs. Above all he was an adoring husband, loving father and passionate grandfather.
He is survived by his wife; sons, Ryan Pettigrew and wife, Meredith, of Prairie Grove, Ark., and Devin Pettigrew of Boulder, Colo.; brother George Pettigrew of Tennessee; sister, Debbie Smallwood of Eureka Springs; two grandchildren, Harlan and Gerritt Pettigrew; many nieces and nephews; and his extended family, the Fanchers.
Visitation was Monday, Dec. 12 at Rollins Funeral Home, Rogers. Memorial service was Tuesday, Dec. 13 at First Christian Church, Rogers.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, www.diabetes.org or the Fayetteville Animal Services, 1640 S. Armstrong Ave., Fayetteville, AR 72701