Tommy Petrey

Tommy L. "Tom" Petrey, 72, of Indianapolis, former Shelbyville resident, passed away Monday, August 26, 2024, at Community North Hospital.

Born September 23, 1951, Somerset, Kentucky, he was the son of Chester Ernest Petrey and Mary F. (Turpen) Petrey. He married Deborah Lynn (Hardwick) Petrey on June 21, 1975, and she preceded him in death on April 22, 2023.

Survivors include a son- Aaron Petrey (wife Michele), brother- Jerry Petrey (Carol) of Somerset, KY; three sisters- Doris Adkins of Somerset, Sandra Blandau of Hazard, Kentucky, Margaret Reynolds (Eddie) of Indianapolis; one grandchild- Elijah Petrey, nieces- Mary Rachel Blandau, Melissa Springar, nephews- Chris Adkins, Jered Petrey (Shayna), Matthew Petrey (Ally), Jason Adkins (Britni), Nicholas Hardwick, and several great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his spouse, sister Betty Ann Petrey, brother Denny Petrey, and niece Courtney "Coco" Adkins.

Tom graduated from Somerset High School where he played football and basketball, he then graduated from Eastern Kentucky University where he received a Master's Degree in Education. He had taught school for several years, in Georgia and Kentucky, before moving to Shelbyville, Indiana. He was Director of Environmental Services for Major Hospital for 14 years, before his retirement.

Tom was a devoted husband, father and grandfather, being married for 47 years to Deborah. The delight of his life was his grandson Elijah and he loved watching him play sports. He enjoyed fishing, camping, cookouts, and spending time with his family and friends. He was an avid Kentucky Wildcat fan.

The family will receive friends Thursday, August 29, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Pulaski Funeral Home.

A funeral Service will be held Friday, August 30, 2024 at 3:00 PM at Pulaski Funeral Home.

Burial will be in Woodstock Cemetery in Somerset.

Pulaski Funeral Home is Honored to assist the family.