Wilson E Petty

1919 - 2013

Wilson E Petty obituary, 1919-2013, Annandale, VA

BORN

1919

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Demaine Funeral Home - Springfield

5308 Backlick Road

Springfield, Virginia

Wilson Petty Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 1, 2013.

Wilson E. Petty, 94

Long time Annandale, VA resident Wilson E. Petty died November 28, 2013, at Inova Fairfax Hospital, in Fairfax, VA.

Mr. Petty was born August 16, 1919 in Bristow, VA. He was the youngest of eleven children. Mr. Petty's five brothers and five sisters all predeceased him. He is survived by his wife Barbara Petty, and numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces, and grand nephews.

After serving in the Army during WW II, Mr. Petty worked several jobs in the Arlington and Alexandria areas. Most notable was working at the Torpedo Factory in Alexandria when they actually made torpedoes there. His last job held prior to retirement was at the Naval Research Laboratory located in Washington, DC.

Mr. Petty loved music and was an avid guitar player. He also enjoyed working on watches and clocks of all types. He was a longtime member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC).

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to: Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area, 3701 Pender Drive, Suite 400, Fairfax, VA 22030

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October 6, 2014

Betty Murphy

We are SO sorry to hear the loss of a wonderful and dear friend to my mom, Betty Murphy! They had been childhood friends since the Recreation days and got in touch the last few years. I would bring my mom to meet him for lunch at his favorite place, Metro 29. He was always a sweet gentleman and we will miss him dearly. Love and prayers from Betty Murphy and her daughter, Mary Beth

December 31, 2013

Judy Burke

We were so sorry to learn of Wilson's passing. We have so many fond memories of he and Daddy (Charlie Breeden) playing music together. Now they can make music, again.
Judy Breeden Burke
Connie Breeden Bullock

December 11, 2013

Jan Drysdale

So sorry to hear of Mr. Petty's passing, he was a great neighbor and always had a smile and wave.

December 8, 2013

Pauline Schoenbauer

I was so sorry to learn of your passing, Uncle Wilson. I have wonderful memories of you and Aunt Barbara.

Kathy Owens for Pauline Schoenbauer

December 5, 2013

Bob Montgomery

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to: Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area, 3701 Pender Drive, Suite 400, Fairfax, VA 22030

December 4, 2013

Merglers

Wonderful neighbor - he always had a smile.

December 4, 2013

Janice Sidle

Loved hearing him and my dad (Richard Suthard) play guitar together. Rest in peace Uncle Wilson. Janice (Suthard) Sidle

December 4, 2013

Remembering good times spent with Wilson and Barbara, especially with guitars and singing silly songs with my kids. Fishing on the Patuxent, fish fries and song fests. Much love, Celia Suthard

December 3, 2013

Vicki Suthard Rogers

Fond memories - Love you Uncle Wilson!!

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Funeral services provided by:

Demaine Funeral Home - Springfield

5308 Backlick Road, Springfield, VA 22151

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