Kenneth Pettrey
May 28, 1934 - April 26, 2022
PRINCETON – Kenneth Eugene Pettrey, 87, of Princeton, died Tuesday, April 26, 2022. Born May 28, 1934 in Mercer County, he was the son of the late John Cleveland Pettrey and Ida Basham Pettrey. Mr. Pettrey joined the US Navy in 1952 and served in the Korean War. After leaving the Navy, he worked throughout the United States for various construction companies building and constructing tunnels, most notable, in the area of East River Mountain Tunnel, where he worked on the shot crew. Survivors include several nieces and nephews. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. There will be no services at the funeral home. Arrangements by Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.bailey-kirk.com.
PRINCETON – Kenneth Eugene Pettrey, 87, of Princeton, died Tuesday, April 26, 2022. Born May 28, 1934 in Mercer County, he was the son of the late John Cleveland Pettrey and Ida Basham Pettrey. Mr. Pettrey joined the US Navy in 1952... View Obituary & Service Information