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Billy Rouse Obituary
February 6, 2025
JOHNSON CITY - Billy Ray Rouse, 84, Johnson City, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Lakebridge, A Waters Community.
Bill was born in Bristol, TN and was a son of the late Ollie and Ruby Trivette Rouse.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Bill was a postal worker for USPS for over 40 years. He was a member of Faith Fellowship Church in Johnson City.
Bill enjoyed very much being outdoors, traveling, and spending time with his family. He loved watching all sports, especially the Tennessee Vols and Atlanta Braves.
In addition to his parents Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Large Rouse; brother, O.W. Rouse; sister, Edna Mae Turner.
Survivors include his sons, David Rouse (Susan) and Brad Rouse; grandchildren, Scott Rouse (Casey) and Kassidy Rouse (Aaron); brother, Robert Rouse (Pricilla); several nieces and nephews.
The celebration of Bill's life will be conducted Saturday, February 22, 2025, 2:00 p.m. at Faith Fellowship Church, 810 Guaranda Dr, Johnson City, TN 37604, with his son Pastor David Rouse, officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at the church.
In-lieu-of flowers, donations can be made to Faith Fellowship Church, Johnson City in memory of Bill Rouse.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Amedisys Hospice Care, Elizabethton for the wonderful care they gave Bill.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.tetrickfuneralservices.com.
Tetrick Funeral Services, Johnson City, is honored to serve the Rouse family (423-610-7171).
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Melanie Wilson
February 24, 2025
I was a Trivett, we were distant relatives.
Crystal and Linda Landers
February 21, 2025
To the Rouse family:
We send our condolences, thoughts, and prayers while you are grieving during this time. Although he will be missed, Heaven received another Angel.
Bill and Brenda Propst
February 21, 2025
Brad and David...so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. We have many fond memories of him and your mom. Thoughts are prayers are with you
Peggy Bennett
February 16, 2025
Brad & David, I am so sorry for your loss and offer my condolences. Your Dad was a sweet gentle man who loved the Lord and his family with all his heart. He and your dear Mother are both rejoicing together in Heaven, that you can be sure of. I think of you both often. My dear sweet husband is also in Heaven. We shared many good meals together with your family whom I loved very much. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time and the days to follow. God bless you and your families.
Peggy Bennett
February 16, 2025
Brad & David,
I am so sorry for your loss and offer my condolences. Your Dad was a sweet gentle man who loved the Lord and his family with all his heart. He and your dear Mother are both rejoicing together in Heaven, that you can be sure of. I think of you both often. My dear sweet husband is also in Heaven. We shared many good meals together with your family whom I loved very much. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time and the days to follow. God bless you and your families.
Kathy & Rick Osborne
February 14, 2025
Brad & family, Our sincere sympathy to each of you with the passing of your dad.
May God give special comfort as needed.
Larry McKinney
February 13, 2025
I worked will Bill for most of his career at the Main Post Office in Johnson City and he was a gentle man with a caring heart. Bill always was friendly and did a wonderful job serving our customers with the U.S. Postal Service. He was a good friend and will be missed among those that knew him.
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