Billy J. Weathersby
February 23, 1973 -
September 24, 2023
Billy John Weathersby, age 50, passed away at his residence on Sunday, September 24, 2023.
He was baptized and confirmed into Christ on March 5, 2000.
Born in Joliet, IL on February 23, 1973, he was the son of Gary and Cecilia (Heylek) Weathersby. He was a graduate of Reed-Custer High School and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Law Enforcement from Western Illinois University.
On June 9, 2001, Billy was united in marriage to Tamara Rusch at Messiah Lutheran Church.
He was employed as Security for Tremper High School and previously worked at Progressive Insurance.
Billy was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church, where he was actively involved.
He enjoyed spending time with his family camping. Billy cherished his children and enjoyed taking them to Six Flag and other amusement parks. He was also ready and willing to lend a helping hand to others.
He is survived by his wife, Tamara Weathersby; his children, Cody, Payton and Hayley Weathersby; his mother, Cecilia Weathersby; his sister, Carrie Weathersby and many nieces and nephews.
Billy was preceded in death by his father, Gary Weathersby.
Service Info
Memorial services honoring Billy’s life will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 2026 22nd Ave.
Private inurnment will follow in Sunset Ridge Memorial Park.
A gathering of relatives and friends will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church.
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Cassandra ReidenbachSweet sweet B. J. I knew you when you were a young fun loving kid. It is wonderful to know you grew into such a loving Husband and great Father and Friend. Give your Dad a big hug for me and Grandma Rose too. Thoughts and prayers to the Weathersby family, so sorry for your loss
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Betty TrimarkOur condolences to Tamara, Cody, Payton and Haley. Sorry for your loss.
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Frank PariseSo very sorry for your loss. The Parise Family
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Bonnie FurnettI am so very sorry for this great loss to the Weathersby family and our community. I have many fond memories of the fun times we spent volunteering together at Brompton. My heart goes out to Tamara, Cody, Payton and Hayley. You are in our thoughts. Bonnie, Steve & Eydie Furnett
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Ellie MottingerYou brightened my day at school and made me feel so much purpose and self love I had lost when I was battling depression. I’ve never known anyone so smart and kind and genuine. I just wish I could’ve given you that same respect back while you were going through it. Tremper Highschool will never be the same without you.
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Niki PardonHe was a role model and one of the best babysitters ever. I remember as a very little girl I thought of him as a god. I was even mean to a high school girl at age 5 telling her to take a hint he didn’t like her.
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Teresa HeylekIt was nice talking to you on Facebook at times. I'm so sorry to hear about your passing. It's just unbelievable. Prayers for your family!
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Kellie ChandlerOh how he loved his Christmas lights. I will always remember how excited he was to make them bigger and better each year. His Christmas light legend will live on thru Cody!
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Patty BegotkaBilly was an amazing man who was loved by so many! He had a kind heart and a wonderful smile!!! I am honored to have been his friend! Hugs and many prayers to Tamara, Cody, Payton and Hayley.
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Tiffany RogersThe halls of Tremper will not be the same without you, Billy. You are one on the kindest people I’ve ever encountered. Your bright smile and kind soul will always be remembered!!!!
