He leaves to cherish his memories, three daughters: Mary Lowery (David), Dewanda Young (Michael) both of Starkville, MS; and Mildred Pearl Wicks of Flint, MI; two sons: Tommy Petty (Vickie) and Turner Petty, Jr. both of Starkville, MS; 16 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren, two sisters-in-law, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.