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Vance Elwood Petit (June 19, 1928 – February 8, 2023)

The Word of God Church, 1733 Mercy Drive, Orlando

Visitation: Friday, February 17, 2023
Visitation Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Visitation Location: The Word of God Church
1733 Mercy Drive
Orlando, Florida

Service Date: Saturday, February 18, 2023
Service Time: 2:00 PM
Service Location: The Word of God Church
1733 Mercy Drive
Orlando, Florida

Obituary:

Vance Elwood Petit, 94, of Winter Garden, departed this life on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Vance was born on June 19, 1928 in Carter, Kentucky to the late Anna B. and Fernand F. Petit.

After graduating from High School, he enlisted in the US Coast Guard and served his country proudly as a fireman. He was honorably discharged in 1946. After completing his military service, he relocated to Florida and was employed as a truck driver until retirement. He was an active and beloved member of the Word of God Apostolic Church of Orlando for many years. He was a loving husband, father, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Evvie Petit; stepchildren, Ann Relford, Joanne (BJ) Flanders, Jim (Sheryl) Kelly Jr.; 14 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and many brother’s and sister’s in Jesus Name from the Word of God Church, Orlando.

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 17, 2023 from 4-6PM at the church. A service of celebration will be held on Saturday, February 18, 2023, 2:00 PM at The Word of God Church, 1733 Mercy Drive, Orlando with Bishop Dr. Billy G. Newton, officiating. Interment: Florida National VA Cemetery, Bushnell with full military honors.

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