Rev. Louie D. Pettis

Reverend Louie D. Pettis entered his eternal home on Thursday, May 1, 2025, with his family by his side. He was born February 9, 1938, to the late Jessie Alvin Pettis and Nora Elizabeth. He was one of eleven Pettis children and was born a twin to Dewey. He and the love of his life, Earline, built a life together and raised two sons.

His passion for Christ and people led him into a life of ministry. He was an evangelist for many years before taking on full-time pastoral roles with the Assemblies of God. He had a passion for seeing lives changed through ministry and preaching the Word of God. He pastored at Oakland Assembly of God, in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Shady Grove Assembly of God, in Baker, Florida; and Jay Assembly of God in Jay, Florida. During his ministry, he had the honor of mentoring many young ministers who are now impacting their communities. His passion for the Lord and sharing the Word of God was evident in every aspect of his life.

He was not only a steadfast husband, devoted father, and caring preacher, he was also an accomplished upholsterer by trade. He and Dewey owned “L & D” Upholstery for many years, serving Holmes County, Florida, and surrounding areas.

Rev. Pettis was preceded in death by one grandson, Justin Pettis; siblings: Forrest L. ‘Lucky’ Pettis, Charlie Laney Pettis, Inez Roach, Chaplain David Pettis, Donnie Pettis, Rev. John Pettis, Ruth Carr, and Dewey Pettis.

He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Earline Moore Pettis of Marianna; two sons, Rev. LaVon Pettis and wife, Brenda; Rev. Steve Pettis and wife, Regina; two siblings, Bonnie Smith and Rev. Charles Pettis; five grandchildren: Hannah (Brad) Hamby, Lauren (Marcus) Maxwell, Chelsey (Christian) Chaney, Jenna (Garrison) Strahan, Ethan (Makayla) Pettis; and nine great grandchildren: Mackenzie, Jake, Tripp, Tucker, Emerson, Edyn, Aislyn, Ella, and Everly.

Funeral service will be 2 PM Monday, May 5, 2025, at Evangel Church, Marianna, Florida. The family will receive friends from 12:30 PM to the time of service.

Burial will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

Flowers are accepted or donations may be made in Louie's memory to the missions department at Evangel.