PETTIGREW, Jack Neil

Published in Yuma Sun on May 23, 2021 - Yuma, Arizona >> Jack Neil Pettigrew << >> July 20, 1938 - Aril 28, 2021 << Jack entered his eternal life with Jesus on April 28, 2021. He attended and was a member of First Christian Church. Jack was born in Des Arc, Arkansas, and moved to Yuma in 1953 at the age of 15. He started his lifelong work in the automotive business at the age of 16 when he was employed as a Parts Runner for Valley Motor Company. As the years and dealers changed, he worked in the Parts Dept., the Office, as a Service Repair Writer, 10 years as a Service Manager, Salesman, Sales Manager, and in later years, back to selling to his many friends and many returning customers; he retired last year. He always enjoyed talking to people and hearing their stories. Jack was active in different organizations in the Yuma community throughout his life. A few are: Civil Air Patrol, Yuma Police Reserve Officer, Yuma Trade Club, and the Masonic Order. Jack had a lifelong passion for golf. He also enjoyed baseball and played in the Yuma city league for a few years. Later, he coached in YBBL Little Leagues for both of his sons, and also assisted in Boy Scouts of America. Jack is survived by his wife of 63 years, Joan; his daughter, Rebecca Joan Franklin and husband George; his son, Steven Ray and wife Heidi; 6 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; his brothers Roy, Michael and sister Shirley Davenport. He was preceded in death by his son Bryan Neil and by brothers James, Bob and sister Patricia Florence. Jack will always be loved and so greatly missed. Donations to Crossroads Mission in Yuma in his name would be welcome. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date. Please sign the guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/yumasun