Mr. Billy Gunn's Obituary

Obituary For Mr. Billy Gunn

FARRELL A homegoing celebration in honor of Mr. Billy Gunn will be held Monday, February 24, 2020 at 11am at Second Baptist Church in Farrell, PA. Mr. Gunn departed this life for heavenly realms on Sunday February 16, 2020. Mr. Gunn was born on January 13, 1940 in Talledega, Alabama a son of Mamie Gunn and Ernest Gaddis. He was 80 years old. A former resident of Massachusetts and Nevada, he has made the Shenango Valley his home in 1972.

Mr. Gunn was a member of the Second Missionary Baptist Church of Farrell, where he served faithfully as a trustee, Men's choir, Senior Usher's board and Comfort Ministry. He was a loyal and founding member of the Over the Hill Gang Ministry of the Shenango Valley. Mr. Gunn was formerly employed with Container Products as a stainless steel welder. He retired at the age of 65, after 15 years of service in 1985. He was a die hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan.

His memory will be cherished and kept alive by his four daughters, Tonja Gunn , Kelly Ross Janea Gunn , RaTasha (Justin) Sims; his siblings, Rosie (Neva) Lawson, Rachel Riley,Donald Gunn, Charlie (Kim)Willis, Richard(Lora) Willis, Jerry Willis , Forrest Underwood; Ten grandchildren; five great grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Mary Ruth Atwood; his uncles Lee Gunn,and Lawrence Gaddis.

The family will receive friends Monday from 10-11am at the church. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

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Rest easy Bill, I am going to miss your stories and your mild tone when you spoke. My heart goes out to your daughters and may they find comfort in this difficult time. Love you...Kim Willis

Tonja ..... we worked together for many years .... and I recall lots of stories especially about your kids over the years ... Derek this, and Derek that ..... But always knew there was a strong connection to all of your family! My sincerest condolences on the passing of your father. My prayers are for your healed heart, and may you always reminisce memories of your Dad with a smile on your face and joy in your heart. With love, Joanne

My condolences to Kelly Ross and family. May God bring you comfort during this difficult time. N. Muhammad, CCBC

My condolences and prayers to Kelly Ross and family on losing your love one. My family keep ya'll in our prayers and hearts. Kendra &family

To my family and friends who loved my uncle, my condolences to you all.
My Sweet Debonair Uncle! My heart is breaking. I will miss our talks. Wait, I'll still talk to you but you rest now no more pain.
When I think about you passing, the song Rings loud in my ears, When We all get to Heaven everything's going to be alright
I'll remember the words, thanks for stopping by my sweet Debonair Uncle. I Love you Uncle Billy!

You will be truly missed my friend May you rest in Gods arms.

Mr. Billy you will be missed prayers to your family

Rest cousin, praying for my family always in our hearts

My deepest sympathies to the family,Billy was a dear friend of mine,he was an iconic man, the true meaning of a gentleman, will miss him, R.W.G my dear freind

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