David J. Pettiford, age 33, of South Holland, IL, passed away suddenly on February 3, 2014. Loving Father of Kayla and Carter. Beloved son of Louis Pettiford and Karon Pettiford. Cherished brother of Jeff (Michele) Pettiford. Devoted uncle of Burk and Francesca. Dear cousin of Eric (Patty) Thies and Cheri Danner. Visitation Thursday, February 6, 2014 from 3:00 - 8:00 P.M. at the Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt.6/159th St.) South Holland, IL. Funeral service Friday, February 7, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. at Redeemer Lutheran Church (651 E. 166th St. South Holland, IL) with Rev. Beverly Conway officiating. Memorial contributions may be given to David's children to the fund "For Petty's Kids". For further info, please contact 708-333-7000 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com.