Billy loved the Lord. He became a believer in Christ at a young age and enjoyed serving him daily by singing or humming good, old, gospel hymns. He led the singing at both Calvary Baptist Church and Enon Baptist Church for many years. His mild manner and forever smile also served as a witness to the many lives he touched.
Billy's love for God and his family was the only thing that surpassed his love for Coca-Cola. He retired from the Monticello Coca-Cola Bottling Company after 40 years of service. He would say "smile, have a Coke and remember, I am fine".
He is survived by his three daughters; Billie Ann McMahon (George) of Tetonia, Idaho, Donna Hicks (Jim) of Lake Village, Arkansas and Katie West (Everette Dewey) of Monticello, Arkansas; and a brother-in-law, Robert Prestridge (Judi) of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas.
He is also survived by eight grandchildren; Anne Reeves, Amber Plunkett, Will McMahon, Kelly Derryberry, Kerry Hartness, Damian Hicks, Jerry West and Wayne West; sixteen great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral service will be 3:00 p.m. Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Enon Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time at the chapel. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(22)
Trudy Tucker Carrington
Rowlett, TX Saturday, July 20, 2019 Katie and family,So very sorry to hear of Mr. Billy's passing. May God wrap his arms around you and give you peace.
Trudy
Sherry O'Neill-Rawls
Monticello, AR Saturday, July 20, 2019 I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. May God wrap his loving arms around you & comfort you. Brother Carl, God bless you, SherryCindy Gaulden
Banks, AR Friday, July 19, 2019 Katie, so sorry for your lossMARY RAULS MCDOUGALD
WARREN, AR Thursday, July 18, 2019 Katie and Family, so sorry for your loss. Mr. Billy was such a sweet man with a happy smile on his face all the time.May God bless and keep you all.
June Brixie
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 18, 2019 Billy was a special person always smiling. Prayers for all the family.Sharon Shook McIntyre
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 18, 2019 Dear Katie, Billie Ann, Donna & Families,I was so sad when I learned of the loss of your daddy. He was such a fine person. I don't recall ever seeing him without a smile on his face.I know that you all already miss him dearly and will forever miss him. Take solace he is now made new again and in Heaven with Jesus and other loved ones gone before him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
In Christian Love,
Sharon
Diana Abney
Sherwood, AR Thursday, July 18, 2019 Praying for the Hayes family during this difficult time.Alvin and Irma James
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 17, 2019 To family..... our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Great guy.... he will be missed. Always enjoyed visiting with Mr. Billy.Dennis Wells
Springdale, AR Wednesday, July 17, 2019 Prayers for the Hayes family. I remember Mr. Billy at the Coke plant when I was growing up. He was always a nice person. Again, prayers for the family. Mr. Billy will be missed.Dennis Wells
LeAnn Edwards
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR Wednesday, July 17, 2019 Katie, Donna, Billie Ann, anyone who knows any of you knows how much you loved your daddy. I know you will miss him terribly, but I also know he was loved, cared for, watched over and couldn't have been more adored by you. He did a good job on this earth and you did a good job for him. He is well and you know exactly where he is. How comforting that is. I love you and I hate your heart is hurting.Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Wednesday, July 17, 2019 I am so sorry to read about Billy Gene. Such a kind gentleman and friend to all! He will truly be missed. May God surround you with his loving arms to give you peace and comfort.Sandra Pryor
Conway, AR Wednesday, July 17, 2019 So sorry for your loss. Mr. Billy worked with my brother for many years. I remember he always had a smile on his face.Gloria Ryburn
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 17, 2019 So sorry for your loss Prayers for the familyAnnette Watson
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 17, 2019 So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.Kent Davis
Maumelle, AR Wednesday, July 17, 2019 Good man, I’m sorry prayersLinda Smith
Dumas, AR Wednesday, July 17, 2019 So sorry for the loss of Mr. Billy! He and my ex-husband, Harold Beckham, worked together a long time at Coca Cola. Mr. Billy was a great guy!Judy & Wesley James
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 17, 2019 Katie, so sry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Carole (Doss) Johns
Woodlawn, AR Tuesday, July 16, 2019 My deepest sympathy to the entire family. I have known most of the family my entire life and know what a special family they are. You will be in my prayers during this most difficult time.Carole (Doss) Johns
Redmon & Jan O'Neill
Van Buren, AR Tuesday, July 16, 2019 You all are in our prayers, and we are with you in spirit. Uncle Bill was a very special guy.Love,
Redmon and Jan
Tommie Moyers
Crossett, AR Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Dear Katie, Donna, Billie Ann and families,Please know we are keeping each of you in our thoughts and prayers. I know you are heartbroken and missing your precious daddy already but, he is healthy and whole again. I’m sure he is singing his favorite hymns with all who have gone before him. Gain strength and comfort from the many prayers lifting you up to our Lord and Savior. We love our memories we have of growing up with you girls and your sweet, sweet dad.
Much love, hugs and prayers,
Tommie and George Moyers
Harry Densmore
Star City, AR Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Billy Ann, and family , so sorry to hear of your dads passing.I have a lot of fawn memories of him and your step mother.
May God Bless you and keep his loving arm about you during this time of your life.
Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Deepest sympathy to all of the family. He was always such a nice man. He will be missed. RIP