Jimmy Lee Petty was born on November 13, 1955 in Spartanburg, SC. He was the son of the late Geneva Petty and was called home to be with Lord on April 6, 2026.

Left to cherish fond memories are his children, Squita Parris, Marcus Lynch, and Shelia Trainer; eight grandchildren and fifteen great grands; sisters, Brenda Petty, Nancy Petty, Lynn Petty and Robin Petty; two brothers, Frankie Petty and James Petty; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his sisters, Betty Petty and Jeanett Gardner.