James Edward Billy Sr.

James Edward Billy Sr., 74, of Poteau, OK passed away Friday, June 4, 2010 in Tulsa, OK. James was born July 11, 1935 in Poteau, OK to William Albert & Rina Lodell (Griffith) Billy. He was a veteran of the US Army having served in Korea. He loved to hunt, fish and go camping. He loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren. James was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters & one brother. Survivors include his wife, Patricia of the home; 3 daughters, Myrtle Ann Billy of Oklahoma, Patsy Ann Hooper of Panama, OK, Rebecca Lynn Billy of Panama, OK; 3 sons, James Edward Billy Jr. of Poteau, OK, Daniel Allen Billy of Poteau, OK, Albert Leon Billy of Panama, OK; 21 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; 11 brothers & sisters; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be held 10 am, Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Vaughn Cemetery, Gilmore, OK. Pallbearers will be Shannon Billy Sr., Shannon Billy Jr., Douglas Crane, & Jesse Wilson.