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Ron Billingsley Obituary
Mr. Billingsley graduated Gadsden High School, Class of 1963. He was an outstanding athlete in football, basketball and track. He received a football scholarship to the University of Wyoming and was drafted to the NFL's San Diego Chargers his senior year. He later played for the Houston Oilers and retired from the New Orleans Saints.
He is survived by Paula Hill, his other half and love of his life; Elizabeth Billingsley, mother; Colton Billingsley, son; Wendy Billingsley, daughter-in-law; Tiffany Taylor, daughter; Ailie Billingsley, daughter. He is also survived by grandchildren, Breeze Billingsley, Jordan Dietzel, Briley Adolph, Bentley Adolph; stepbrothers and –sisters, Charles Billingsley, Margaret Swain and Jane Leftwich; adopted brother and sister, Bill Billingsley and Shelia Pack.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your favorite charity.
Pallbearers will be Troy Word, Mackey Moates, Tony Armstrong, Cary Herring, Brian Hill, Keith Coley, Chad Harden, Jake Herring and Jason Alexander.
Honorary pallbearers are classmates and friends and the 278 Coffee Club.
Special thanks to Troy Word, Mackey Moates, Nancy Davenport, Gadsden Regional Home Health, "Kristal Burger," and the love of his life, Paula Hill.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ron Billingsley
Bob and Jeanne Aylward
February 5, 2022
RIP my friend. Cowboys Forever!
Jim Ferguson
September 11, 2018
I was a little boy and Mr. Billingsley lived across the street from my school, when I found out he played for the Chargers I went up and knocked on his door, I was about 8 years old then. When the door opened I remember this HUGE man opened the door, I timidly spoke and asked him for an autograph of which I no longer have! I held out a paper and pencil and he knelt down and fulfilled my request and thanked me for stopping by, he then asked my name and we chatted a few minutes before he sent me on my way. I have never forgotten his gracious manner. Rest In Peace!
Bob Aylward
February 12, 2017
I played side by side with Pedro on defense at U Wyo.He was a great football player and even greater person. I'll never forget how exited and grateful he was when being chosen in the first round by the San Diego Chargers--he was intent on getting his Mom and Dad a brand new Bonneville convertible.His heart was as big as his body.Til we meet again my friend.
Mike and Connie Dirks
February 11, 2017
Paula and Family our sympathies are with you during this difficult time. Pedro was a tough competitor on the field and a genuine, gentle giant off. We will miss our teammate and friend. Cowboys forever.
February 11, 2017
"Pedro" gave me swimming lessons when him and my brother were lifeguards at the Gadsden pool back in the 1960's. He was a great guy. I remember we thought he was the bibbest person we had ever seen!!!! Rest in Peace, Pedro!
Tim & Beth Gottberg
February 10, 2017
A great teammate and friend and is in almost all my memories of our time at Wyoming.
February 10, 2017
We will miss our teammate and friend but will always remember the great times and special person. Tim and Beth Gottberg University of Wyoming
February 10, 2017
Ron was a wonderful friend of whom I have many great memories. My parents, Mary and Jay Johnson, loved him and enjoyed seeing him after he moved back to Gadsden. My thoughts and prayers are with Paula, Mrs. Billingsley and all the family. Love, Donna Johnson Bryan.
1966 Wyoming Sun Bowl team. Guess who's in the middle back.
Dennis "Whitey" Devlin
February 10, 2017
I played with Pedro at Wyoming. He was one of the toughest people I ever met. I was 2 years younger and scared to even talk to him when we'd pass in the dorm, but after getting to know Ron I found him to be funny, caring and a great friend and team mate. I will always remember this "gentle" giant.
Butch Tumlin
February 10, 2017
It's hard to lose someone you love, one who's been such a special part of your life and your world...
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
May God's love comfort you...
February 10, 2017
I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH RONNIE,WAS 2 GRADES AHEAD,BUT HE LIKED HANGING WITH US.WAS A VERY NICE YOUNG MAN.I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,ESPECIALLY MRS.BILLINGSLY,I KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO LOOSE A CHILD! SUE(PRUITT)RANGE
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