Gerald John Pettigrew

Gerald J. Pettigrew, 68, passed away on Dec. 7, 2016 at his home in Rogers surrounded by family. He was born in Berryville, Ark. on May 26, 1948 to the late Hylton and Rose (Martinez) Pettigrew. He was the husband of 44 years to Kathy (Fancher) Pettigrew.

Jerry was at home in the outdoors. He had a passion for hunting and fishing, especially with his sons. He was the ultimate sports dad and always volunteered to coach the boys' teams. He also enjoyed acting as a Scout Master of Troop 52. You never saw Jerry without one of his beloved dogs. Above all he was an adoring husband, loving father and passionate grandfather.

He is survived by his wife; sons, Ryan Pettigrew and Meredith of Prairie Grove and Devin Pettigrew of Boulder, Colo., brother George Pettigrew of Tennessee; sister, Debbie Smallwood of Eureka Springs; 2 grandchildren, Harlan and Gerritt Pettigrew; many nieces and nephews and his extended family, the Fanchers.

A visitation will be on Monday, Dec. 12, 2016 at Rollins Funeral Home from 5 until 7 pm. His memorial service will be on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2016 at 11 am at First Christian Church, Rogers.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Diabetes Association, www.diabetes.org or the Fayetteville Animal Shelter, 1640 S. Armstrong Ave.