Royce Derrell Petty Jr.

Royce Derrell Petty Jr.
1967 – 2019

Royce Derrell Petty Jr. 52, of Decatur passed away Sunday June 9^th, 2019. Royce Jr. was born February 21^st, 1967 to his parents, Royce Derrell Sr. and Mary Ann Boyd-Petty in Chandler, Arizona.

Royce Jr. departed this world doing what he loved and riding freely on his motorcycle. Royce Jr. was a man of many talents who enjoyed playing the guitar. He rode in the infamous “Baja 1,000” and was member of the “Texas Cross Country Racing Association. Royce Jr. had a very warm and inviting personality and never met a stranger.  He cared deeply about his family and friends.  They will cherish the memories made with Royce Jr..  Two years ago, Royce Jr. became a “Big Pop” to his only grandson, Lukas Benjamin. Grandchildren bring a special spark to the hearts of grandparents; this is true with Royce Jr. and Lukas Benjamin.

Royce Jr. leaves behind his daughter, Richelle Lynn Petty; his grandson, Lukas Benjamin Joel; his former spouse, Jennifer Dawn Petty; his father, Royce D. Petty Sr. and wife Patricia; his brother, Ron S. Petty and wife Terah; his nieces, Shelby and Stacey Petty; his uncle, Ray Petty; his aunt, Darlyne Petty; his cousins, Oteaka Saenz, Greg Petty and Darren Petty; his uncle, Bob Boyd; his aunt, Martha; along with other loving family members and dear friends.

Royce Jr. is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Ann Boyd-Petty; his grandmother, Olelta Masters; his grandfather, J.R. Boyd; his grandfather, Winford Petty; and his grandmother, Mildred Inez Petty.

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