Billy J. Williams

Billy J. Williams, 81, of Blytheville, passed from this life Monday, July 14, 2014, at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.

Mr. Williams was born in Blytheville to Curtis and Colon Harrison Williams, and was a Blytheville resident most of his life. Mr. Williams was a barber, and after his retirement worked for Langley Dodge and later for Cobb Funeral Home. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and was of the Church of Christ faith. Bill was known for his jolly personality and quick wit, and always had a smile on his face.

He is survived by his loving wife, Myra Froescher Weltz Williams of Blytheville;

A daughter, Beth Moran of Florida;

Four step-daughters, Debra Walker of Blytheville, Vicki Langrell of Lonoke, Diana Wetmore of Denver, Colo., and Joleene McNulty of Beebe;

A granddaughter, Morgan;

Four step-grandchildren, Susan Goff, Andy Bolin, Matthew McNulty and Megan McNulty;

Three step-great-grandchildren, Kaylee "Peek-a-boo" Griffin, Roman Goff and Alexander Goff;

One niece, Connie Simmons of Blytheville; and

A great-niece Amy.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Fay Graham and Blondell Dickerson.

Funeral services are private. Cobb Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.cobbfuneralhome.com.