Billy Padgett Obituary

Billy Gene Padgett September 13, 1935 - July 28, 2024

ERWIN - Billy Gene Padgett, age 88, of Erwin, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at his home. A native of Erwin, Billy was the last son of 11 children to the late Algie and Mae (Hensley) Padgett. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Erwin since he was 12 years old. Throughout his years there, he drove the church van, sang in the choir and taught the youth Sunday School class. He had a real heart for children. Billy retired from Nuclear Fuel Services, where he began working in 1957. He also operated Indian Creek Greenhouse for many years. In addition to his parents, Billy is preceded in death by his son-in-law, Doc Clarke.

Billy Gene Padgett has left behind to cherish his memory: wife of 66 years, Jane Stanton Padgett; son, John Padgett (Tammy); daughter: Elizabeth Clarke; Grandson, Tyler Padgett (Kelly); great-granddaughter, Tatum Sophia Padgett; and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to offer special thanks to Gentiva Hospice for the excellent care they have provided to Billy; and to Dr. Gordon Moughon for years of looking after our family.

There will not be a service for Mr. Padgett. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorial donations be made in his name to First Baptist Church, 200 Love Street, Erwin, TN 37650.

Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed at www. valleyfuneralhome.net or on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/ValleyFuneralHomeErwin. These arrangements are made especially for the family of Billy Gene Padgett through Valley Funeral Home, 1085 N. Main Ave., Erwin, 423-743-9187.