Billy F. Presley

Billy F. Presley, age 80, of Mt. Carmel, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, September 25, 2017 at his home. He was a retiree of Daniel's Construction with 20+ years of service as a pipe fitter. He attended Oak Grove Baptist Church in Mt. Carmel where one of his greatest joys was being involved with the nursery ministry, and he was lovingly known as "Papaw Bill." He was also an avid NASCAR enthusiast. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He cherished his children and grandchildren more than life itself and loved all of his family unconditionally. He was preceded in death by his infant son, Billy Presley, Jr.; parents, Arthur and Nellie Presley; several brothers and sisters. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Geneva Presley; children, Lorraine Chastain, Ricky Presley and wife, Tammie, and Jacqueline Presley-Grizzle and husband, Jack II; grandchildren, Heath Chastain and wife Rebekah, Tucker Chastain and wife, Amanda, Tia Peace and husband, Jonathan, Bryson Presley and Brogan Presley; great-grandchildren, Rhiley, Harper, Jaxson, Audrey and Will Chastain, Ellie Peace and Helayna Grizzle; special family members, Marla Odom and Teri Block; several nieces, nephews and a host of friends. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Church Hill. Funeral services will begin at 7:00 pm with Dr. Benny Keck and Pastor Billy Gragg officiating. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday at Church Hill Memory Gardens. All those wishing to go in procession are asked to meet at Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Church Hill by 9:15 am. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.cartertrent.com. Carter-Trent Funeral home in Church Hill is proudly serving the Presley family.