Billy Dillard Parker

Billy Parker, 89, of Cleveland, TN passed away on January 29, 2023. He was born on July 21, 1933 to the late Lewie and Mamie Parker.

He was a Veteran of the United States Army and served in the Korean War. After his service in the Army, he attended Cleveland Business School. Billy was a Carpenter by trade and he enjoyed playing golf. He loved God, his family, and made all around him smile. He will be missed by all that knew him. His kind heart and witty spirit left a legacy for us all to follow. Above all, he loved his family and spending time with them.

In addition to his mother and father, he is preceded in death by his wife Joan Parker; brothers Doyle Parker, Hoyt Parker; sister Lola Tanksley; nephew Dale Paker.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his children: Tim Parker (Ann), Barry Parker, sister Brenda Wilson (Jack); grandchildren: Sean Smeltzer, Ryan Smeltzer, and Evan Smeltzer; great grandchildren: Sam, Savannah, Sawyer, and Skyler; nieces Debbie Tanksley, Rhonda Colbert, Bobbie Bischoff, Janie Brewer, Lisa Parker; nephew Scott Lewis.

Billy’s family will receive friends from 5pm until 7pm on Friday February 3rd at Philippi Baptist Church. A graveside service will be held at for family and close friends on Saturday February 4th. You are invited to share a personal memory of Billy or your condolences with his family at his online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com.