Robert Alston Petty, 84

Robert Alston Petty, 84, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2023.

Son to Ryburn and Lillian Floyd Petty, Robert grew up in the New House area of Cleveland County. He graduated Polkville High School and soon thereafter married Brenda Hamrick of the Beaver Dam community.

As a young man, Robert was employed by Thomas and Howard, and he remained a dedicated employee for the entirety of his career.

In retirement, Robert put on an engineer's cap and operated the City Park's miniature train to the delight of local children.

Robert was never to become a grandfather, but he was an uncle and a great-uncle many times over. He is especially cherished by his nieces and nephews, and he will be missed by many.

Robert is preceded in death by his daughter, Cheryl Susan Petty, his brother, Donald Petty, and brother-in-law, Kenny Lloyd.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Brenda Hamrick Petty, sisters in law, Heidi Lloyd and Cora Petty, and brother-in-law Hal Hamrick (Wanda).

Celebration of life services will be held at 2pm at Springmore Baptist August 19. Visitation will be from 1- 2pm.

Memorials may be made to Cleveland County Hospice at https://hospicecares.cc

Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service is serving the family.