20220129 Petry - Edward Petry Obituary American Legion Westminster Fire Dept.
Edward Orlee Petry, 90, of Westminster, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Born January 3, 1932, in Carroll County, he was the son of David Oscar, Sr., and Mabel A. (Robertson) Petry. He was the cherished husband of Ann Linda Petry, whom he married August 29, 1987; and the former husband of the late Anita Petry.
Edward was a retired Sgt. Major of the United States Army. He dedicated 31 years of service to our country and was in both the Korean and Vietnam War. He spoke multiple languages, was a radio operator while in Korea, and loved jumping out of planes. He was wounded in the Korean War and received the purple heart among other numerous decorations and merits.
Edward was a people person and loved to make others laugh. After his military career he continued working at various companies including Yingling General Tire, Eagle Oil, budget analyst for the Maryland Military, and security at Random House.
He loved to travel with his wife and especially enjoyed going to the Inlet in Ocean City- sitting on the boardwalk and visiting National Parks across the United States "gawking" at wild animals.
He was a member of the Westminster Fire Company, Westminster Kiwanis Club, American Legion Carroll Post #31, and a parishioner of St. John Catholic Church.
Surviving in addition to his wife are children Carole Ann Spring and husband Robert of Westminster, Michael Carr of Westminster, Daniel Carr and wife Terri of Spring Grove, PA, and David Millberry of Westminster; grandchildren Christopher, Jennifer, Lauren, Trevor, Noah, Braiden, Karen, and Diane; 7 great-grandchildren; sister Doris Zeitz; half-sisters Patricia Petry Yingling, and Judy Petry Zepp; half-brothers Thomas Petry, Richard Petry, and Billy Petry; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and former wife he was predeceased daughter Kathleen Mathias; and brothers Sterling, Junior, Donald, Bobby, and half-brother Jeff.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at 12 Noon at St. John Catholic Church, 43 Monroe St., Westminster. The family will welcome friends one hour prior the start of mass. Inurnment with military honors will follow in St. John Cemetery.
Cremation services provided by Pritts Funeral Home and
Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Assateague Island
Alliance https://assateagueislandalliance.org/products/general-donation or
the Humane Society of Carroll County https://hscarroll.org/donate/ Online
condolences may be offered to the family at www.prittsfuneralhome.com.
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