Isaac Cody Pettibone, “Aahuxoc” (Greywing), age 31, of Black River Falls, WI, died on
November 28, 2025, at the Gundersen Lutheran Health System after a battle with cancer. Born
on June 4, 1994, in Black River Falls, Wisconsin, to Virgil and Lori Pettibone.
A proud graduate of Black River Falls High School in the Class of 2012, Isaac went on to pursue
his passion for mechanics at Western Technical College, where he earned a degree as an
automotive technician. His hands-on skills and curiosity led him through a diverse and
hardworking career path. Over the years, he worked at Home Depot, a cranberry marsh
operation, practiced carpentry, and applied his talents as a mechanic—truly a jack of all trades.
Isaac’s life was filled with movement and joy. He had a deep love for sports and games of all
kinds—basketball, volleyball, golf, darts, pool, swimming, bowling, frisbee golf. In quieter
times—or sometimes not so quiet—he found joy in cooking and baking for others and fishing.
He’ll be remembered for quoting his favorite movies and for his love of hotdogs. Isaac had a
knack for making people laugh with his quick wit and infectious humor. He was always willing to
help others without hesitation. His generosity extended especially to his nieces and nephews,
whom he loved dearly. Whether through playful teasing or heartfelt support, Isaac made sure
they knew how much they meant to him. Isaac’s memory will live on in the hearts of those who
knew him—for his laughter that filled rooms, his readiness to lend a hand or share a joke, and
the warmth he brought into everyday life.
Isaac is survived by his parents, Virgil and Lori Pettibone; brothers, Virgil Pettibone, Henry
Pettibone, Waylon Pettibone, and Patrick Houghton Sr.; sisters, Marie Taylor, Toni Pettibone,
Dana Pettibone, Tianna Pettibone, Debreana Pettibone, and Trevonna Rave; significant other,
Zyanna Deloney; goddaughter, Rainna Vidana; stepdaughter, Abriana Casarez; his second
mom, Anna Winneshiek; and special four-legged friend, Ollie.
He is preceded in death by his great-grandmother, Annabelle Lowe; grandparents, Virgil and
Lorraine Pettibone, and Ike Greyhair ( Gaga Mikki Thundercloud); brothers, Wesley Cloud and
Jordan Vidana; sisters, Jonelle Pettibone, Amber Downwind, and Lynn Kelly Pettibone; Uncle,
Chris Littlewolf; and aunt, Leanne Rave.
Funeral services for Isaac will be on Monday, December 1, 2025, and the District One
Community Center at 12:00. Greg Blackdeer will officiate. Friends and family are invited to the
visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. A burial will immediately follow at the
Decorah Cemetery.
The Buswell Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements, 715-284-4321.
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