Nancy E. Petry

Nancy E. Petry, 84, of New Paris, OH, passed away on Monday morning September 14, 2020 at State of the Heart Hospice in Greenville. Born November 1, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Wilbur and Evelyn (Bell) Cail. A 1953 graduate of Jefferson High School in New Paris, she had worked for Robert Hall Clothing in Richmond, Akers Furniture in New Paris, and retired as the Bus Transportation Supervisor for National Trail after 39 years. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by sister Barbara Hobbs and brother Joe Cail. Nancy is survived by children Denise Rodefer and husband Kenneth of West Manchester and Jeffrey Dean Petry and wife Ruth Anne of Eaton; grandchildren Andy (Melissa) Rodefer of Eldorado, Tim (Emily) Rodefer of West Manchester, Mike (Stacy) Rodefer of White Pigeon, MI, Janelle (Delane) Stephenson of West Mnchester, Jennifer (Brandon) Watkins of Somerville, Jackie Otherson of Eaton; step grandchildren Amy (Mark) Longworth of Eaton and Lori Monebrake of New Paris; 11 great grandchildren; 3 step great grandchildren; 3 step great great grandchildren; and sister Betty Weatherly of Ft. Denaud, FL The family wishes to extend special thanks to State of the Heart Hospice for the tender care of our mother. Contributions in Nancy's name may be made to: State of the Heart Hospice - 835 Sweitzer Street - Greenville, OH - 45331. At Nancy's request, all arrangements are private. Arrangements entrusted to the Robert L. Crooks Funeral Center, West Alexandria. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Nancy E. Petry please visit our Sympathy Store.