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Jack Steven Pettit

Date of Death: January 1, 2019

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Bethel Church
10202 Broadway
Crown Point, IN 46307
Sunday 1/13, 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

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Bethel Church
10202 Broadway
Crown Point, IN 46307
Sunday 1/13, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Jack Steven Pettit, age 69, passed away at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis on Tuesday, January 1, 2019.  Jack was born to Harold & Shirley Pettit (both deceased) and graduated from Crown Point High School in 1967.  He then attended Valparaiso University where he played both baseball and basketball.  Jack retired from Ford Motor Company in 2014.

 

Jack is survived by his wife of 47 years, Pamela (nee Briney) Pettit.  Jack and Pam met as 1st graders at South Ward Elementary School in Crown Point and married 15 years later.  Jack is also survived by their two children, Chip (Karin) Pettit and Jessica (Matt) Albaugh; brothers, Terry (Anne) Pettit and Paul (Pam) Pettit; and four grandchildren, William, Avery, Ellen and Kate.

 

Jack enjoyed coaching youth and high school sports.  He was currently coaching the Crown Point High School Freshman Boys’ Basketball team.  Jack touched the lives of hundreds of young athletes in Lake County over the past 35-years coaching basketball, baseball, softball and golf.  His larger-than-life personality exuded confidence, charisma, and a wonderful sense of humor.  Jack loved to entertain, regularly hosting fish fries, high school reunions and family parties.  He reveled in the activities of his grandchildren, was an avid golfer and always found time to catch a Cubs game.

 

A Memorial Visitation will be held at Bethel Church, 10202 Broadway, Crown Point from 2:00 til 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 13, 2019.  A Celebration of Life will follow at 5:30 p.m. with Pastor Gary Butler officiating.  Pruzin & Little Funeral Home entrusted with funeral arrangements.  In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to a college scholarship fund for a Crown Point student-athlete in Jack’s name through the Crown Point Community Foundation at: thecpcf.org/donate.html

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Bethel Church
10202 Broadway
Crown Point, IN 46307
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Sunday 1/13, 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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Bethel Church
10202 Broadway
Crown Point, IN 46307
Map
Sunday 1/13, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Jack Steven Pettit, age 69, passed away at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis on Tuesday, January 1, 2019.  Jack was born to Harold & Shirley Pettit (both deceased) and graduated from Crown Point High School in 1967.  He then attended Valparaiso University where he played both baseball and basketball.  Jack retired from Ford Motor CompanyContinue Reading

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Susan Shaver Rodber left a message on January 20, 2019:
I met Jack and Pam at South Ward Ekementary.  From day one, Jack was full of fun and mischief and Pam was beautiful and shy    They were a perfect match to fill gaps.   It’s facebook that brought me to find school chums.  His passing was shocking and tragic.  What a sadness will fill the giant hole he left.  My best to Pam and family    I was a widow in 2009 after a 40 year marriage.  Put your faith in God to comfort you. God bless you and your family ❤️
Rick Yover left a message on January 10, 2019:
Pam,Chip,Jessica - Sorry to hear of Jacks passing! A great guy and super coach! He will be missed but always remembered! May GOD be with him????????  Enjoyed coaching the kids with him!
Sharon Zeek Scott left a message on January 8, 2019:
Pam and family - My sympathy to all of you. I have such fond memories of growing up in the Ridgelawn neighborhood and the Pettit family. May your memories sustain you.
Myra Johansson left a message on January 6, 2019:
Pam,  I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing.  He was a wonderful person, husband and father.   Sincerely, Myra Johansson
Rich and Kathy Merritt left a message on January 5, 2019:
Sending our heartfelt sympathy to Jessica,Chip and Pam at this difficult time
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Ron & Janie Pierce left a message on January 4, 2019:
Pam, Chip & Jessica:  Please accept our heartfelt condolences.  
Eileen Abraham Hudik left a message on January 4, 2019:
Didn’t know Jack well, had a class or two with him in HS, but it takes a good man to work with and coach youth, and it seems he was that good man.  My condolences to Pam and family.  
Bill & Sandy Finn left a message on January 4, 2019:
Pam, Chip, Jessica: So sorry to hear of Jack's passing.  He was a wonderful man.  Jack always went out of his way to help everyone he met.  We are very blessed to have known Jack.  May God rest his soul.  
MARCIA (SCHULTE) DOWDY left a message on January 3, 2019:
My deepest sympathies to Pam and her children. I was shocked to hear about Jack. Life is so precious and can be taken away way too early. Even though Jack's gone, you can keep him alive in your hearts forever with all the beautiful memories you have of him. He was such a great man. He will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you!!
Larry Fisher left a message on January 3, 2019:
I have not seen Jack since we graduated high school together, but have very fond and good memories of our years playing baseball together in Crown Point. My sincere condolences to Pam and children for their loss.
Shaun Busick left a message on January 3, 2019:
My most sincere condolonces to the family of Jack Pettit. He was a fine and selfless man who dedicated himself to helping the young people of Crown Point. The CP community lost a legend. Thanks for being a friend, Jack.
Geisen Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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