Billy R. Petty, 67, went home to be with the Lord on July 29, 2005. Billy was an avid outdoorsman; he enjoyed fishing, camping, and hiking. Preceded in death by his father Glenn. Survivors include his mother Clodeen (Charles) Tennant of Akron; sister Patsy (Gene) Colegrove of Cuyahoga Falls; brothers Glenn (Connie) of Massillon, Kenneth (Judy) of Canton, and Larry (Bonita) of Akron; special friend Jan Michaels; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Monday, 11 a.m. at Hillside Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Newcomer Funeral Home, 330-784-3334.