Ethel Pettit, a talented individual with a multifaceted career, was born in the charming city of Stuttgart, Arkansas.
Prior to her marriage to renowned novelist Arthur Somers Roche in 1917, Pettit was a skilled singer and stage actress, captivating audiences with her performances in notable Broadway musicals such as "Miss Springtime" and "The Lilac Domino".
In addition to her stage career, Pettit was a prolific writer, authoring two novels: "Move Over" in 1927 and "The Rich Are Always With Us" in 1931. Furthermore, she completed a mystery series that her husband had initiated before his untimely passing in 1935.
Ethel Pettit Roche's life was tragically cut short due to a brief illness. She left behind a legacy, remembered by her son Clyde S. Roche and stepson James Jeffrey Roche.
