Gilbert Neal Petitt's obituary , Passed away on September 22, 2025 in Seattle, Washington

Gilbert Neal Petitt

July 20, 1956 - September 22, 2025 (69 years old)

Seattle, Washington

Gilbert Neal Petitt's obituary , Passed away on September 22, 2025 in Seattle, Washington
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Gilbert Neal Petitt

July 20, 1956 - September 22, 2025 (69 years old)

Seattle, Washington

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Gilbert Neal Petitt Obituary

The world bids farewell to Gilbert Neal Petitt (Seattle, Washington), departing on September 22, 2025 at the age of 69. Gilbert leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Gilbert leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Gilbert may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Nannie Petitt and Alfred Petitt. He is survived by: his wife Grace Leslyn Jones-Petitt of Seattle, WA; his sons, Marcus N. Petitt of Los Angeles, CA and Brandon M. Petitt of Portland, OR; his sister Kathleen M. Wilcox of Seattle, WA; and his nephews, Louis C. Marshall of Honolulu, HI, William J. Poole of Renton, WA and Nathaniel J. Wilcox of Atlanta, GA.

For this work, Gilbert received the prestigious 1995 President's Service Award from the Points of Light Foundation, presented by President Bill Clinton at the White House.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Evergreen Washelli Funeral Home & Evergreen Washelli Cemetery



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