Billy Gene Kerley, Sr.

Billy Gene Kerley Sr., a resident of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, was born December 9, 1933 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, a son of Thomas Eugene and Ruth (Rieff) Kerley. He departed this life Wednesday, June 9, 2015 in Eureka Springs, at the age of 81 years. Billy was a member of the Basin Spring Masonic Lodge #386 in Eureka Springs, Ark. Billy is survived by three sons, Steve Kerley and his wife Lori of Tulalip, Wash., Ron Kerley of Sammamish, Wash., and Billy Gene Kerley Jr., of Las Vegas Nev.; five grandchildren, Melissa, Kevin, Taylor, Kelli, and Reagan; nine great-grandchildren, Kaylin, Kameron, Madisyn, Caidyn, Alivia, Caylah, Sylas, Myah, and Liam; and a host of other family, friends, and loved ones. On May 27, 1960, Billy was united in marriage with Marilyn K. Woolley, who preceded him in death. He is also preceded by his parents, Thomas and Ruth Kerley; one daughter, Sharon Kerley; and three sisters. There will be no services at this time. Service arrangements were under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105.Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com. © Nelson Funeral Service, Inc. 2015.