Billy Ray Steward

Billy Ray Steward, 82, died July 25, 2016. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce. Survivors include his children Billie Joyce Steward (David), Kenneth Ray Steward, and Terry Lynne Alford; grandson, Zachary Alford; and sister Melinda Bennett (Marvin).Visitation will be 10 a.m. July 28 at Essex Funeral Home will funeral services at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Cedarcrest Memorial Gardens. www.essexfuneralhome.com.