John V. Pettit Obituary
We bid farewell to John V. Pettit of Port Byron, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 23, 2025 at the age of 89. John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John V. Pettit to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Vernon and Frances Pettit (Genung); and his siblings, Bill Pettit, Nancy Hass and Mildred Gord.
He is survived by: his wife Yvonne Brandenburg; his children, Jeff Pettit (Eileen) of Port Byron, Jill Hanna of Port Byron and Amy Saddoris (Mike) of Port Byron; his grandchildren, Meghan Pettit (Ashton Hutton), Hannah Williams (Austin), Chase Hanna, Sarah Saddoris (Kane Miller) and Emily Saddoris; and his great grandchild Alaina Williams.
Visitation was held on Friday, October 31st 2025 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Gibson - Bode Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd. - Port Byron (202 N Main St, Port Byron, IL 61275). A funeral service was held on Saturday, November 1st 2025 at 10:30 AM at the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church (1416 3rd Ave, Port Byron, IL 61278).
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Riverdale Elementary Ag Day.
