Billy Ray Weeks, 78, of Marion, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at 2:40 am at Herrin Hospital.
Bill was born December 12, 1936 in Goreville the son of Oather and Helen (Denison) Weeks. He married Alice Ann Yewell on August 3, 1957 in Marion and together they have shared over 57 years of marriage.
He was an Army veteran and a member of the Marion Third Baptist Church, where he has served as a deacon for several years. Bill retired from United Parcel Service (UPS) after 32 years.
When Bill wasn’t driving his grandkids around on one of his many tractors, or playing cards with friends, he could be found at Third Baptist cooking Wednesday night meals or attending Sunday service. Over the years he became known for his incredible skill in his woodshop. When the grandkids were away and the Kubota was parked you could find Bill sitting side by side with the love of his life Alice, on their porch swing just watching the traffic go by. Holidays were always a favorite because he would try to sneak a sweet treat when no-one was looking.
Survivors include his;
Wife – Alice Ann Weeks of Marion
Son – Glen Weeks and wife Beth of Collinsville
Son – Mark Weeks and wife Lizzie of Carterville
Four grandchildren;
Christine Weeks of Maryville
Chad Weeks of Rapid City, South Dakota
Matthew Weeks stationed at Ft. Campbell, Kentucky
Logan Weeks of Carterville
Preceded by his Parents and Sister – Geneva Bennett
The memorial service will be Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 12 pm at the Marion Third Baptist Church with Rev. Larry Shackley and Rev. Scott Kallem officiating. Visitation will be from 10 am until the time of service at the church. Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family with arrangements.
For those who prefer memorials may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois or Third Baptist Faith Promise Building Fund. Envelopes will be available the day of the service at the church or by mail to Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home, 800 North Market Street, Marion, Illinois 62959.