Millard B. Petitt Jr. would like to let you know that his work here is done. He received a call, a sort of an offer he couldn't refuse, for an appointment from which he will not be returning. This assignment comes with a huge sign-on bonus, a reunion with family and friends he has not seen in a long time. Job security is exactly 110 percent. His new mission takes him to a wonderful place where he will be socializing, telling stories, and laughing to his heart's content. Music, laughter and love are guaranteed. Food is delicious and you never gain an ounce. He left detailed instructions for his family and friends to celebrate his mission here, which has now been completed.

Jr., as he was known by everyone, came into this world on Friday January 15th, 1937 and on Friday May 29th, 2020 at the age of 83, he departed this earth to make his home in heaven. His parents were the late Millard and Mary Susan Virginia Petitt of Sharpsburg.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Lorena Petitt of Sharpsburg, his children, Mary Ann (Gary L.) Faudere, of Mt. Sterling, Millard (Mary Ann) Petitt, of Shaprsburg and Kim (Doug) Routt also of Sharpsburg.

Six grandchildren, Misty (Ray) Fair, of Sharpsburg, Gary D. (Shawna) Faudere, of Jeffersonville, Marcie (Jamie) Cline, of Salt Lick, Tracie (Scott) Guise, of Lexington, Mary (Justin) Clark, of Winchester, Daniel (Chelsea) Routt, of Sharpsburg one step grandchild, Mary Beth Routt, of Lexington, eleven great grandchildren, six step great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren, one step great great grandchild, two brothers, Buddy Petitt and Bennie Petitt, both of Sharpsburg and a sister, Christine Tull of Cincinnati and a host of nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his brothers Bill Petitt, Edgar Petitt, James Petitt and Bob Petitt.

Jr. was an active member of the Reynoldsville Christian church where he currently served as an elder. He previously served on the church board, and also had held the position as a deacon. He was Christian man who loved the Lord and lived his life accordingly.

Jr. worked as a teller at Sharpsburg Citizens Bank for many years, but his passion was the land. He farmed his entire life and received the award of Outstanding Young Farmer in recognition of exceptional progress in agriculture and contributions to the community.

This man was known by many and loved by all who knew him. He was a great story teller and the type of person that when he talked, those around him wanted to listen. He believed that no matter what happened in life, you should always be good to people.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday night 5:00 – 8:00 at the Taul Funeral Home in Mt. Sterling, with funeral services on Wednesday at 1:00. Interment will be at the Crown Hill Cemetery in Sharpsburg. Keen Johnson and Pastor Doug Routt will be officiating.

Pallbearers will be, Millard B. Petitt III, Gary L. Faudere, Doug Routt, Gary D. Faudere, Scott Guise, Jamie Cline, Justin Clark, Roy Overholser and Daniel Routt.

Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Petitt, David Petitt, Michael Petitt, Sam Petitt, Timmy Petitt, Ray Fair, Shirley Grimes.and Thomas Rhodus

The greatest legacy Jr. has left to his wife, children, grandchildren family and friends is not money or other material things accumulated in his life, but rather a legacy of character and faith.

He was a gentle person and His memory will forever be etched in the hearts of those that loved him.