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1944
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2014
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WILLIAM ENGLISH Obituary
Billy Bob was born in Edinburg, TX on Jan. 7, 1944, to Margaret S. Clements and Dwight L. English.
He graduated from Edinburg High School in 1961 and The University of Texas in Austin in 1965 with a BBA. He played tennis at an early age and was ranked as #1 boys doubles team 18 and under with John Hunter in Texas after winning the Texas Sectionals Tennis Tournament in 1961. Around 30 years old he became an avid golfer and enjoyed numerous golfing trips with many fellow golfers. His highlight of golfing experiences was winning the "Life Begins At 40" Golf Tournament and the Rio Grande Valley Golf Championship in 1995.
After graduating from college, Billy Bob started Gulf Packing Co. with his father in 1965. He sold the business in 1980 and became an insurance agent with his wife at English Insurance Agency. In 1990, he and Lee Fisher started F & E Auto Sales which they operated together until 1995. Since then Billy Bob and his wife, son and stepdaughter have operated the business. He also was a longtime member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Harlingen.
Billy Bob is survived by his wife, Ellen (Perk) Lauree English, son, Anthony "Alan" English, step-daughter, Julie Kay Herrington, granddaughter, Vivian Leigh English, nephews, Dwight E. Wright and Clint B. Wright and niece, M. Elizabeth Elrod.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Jo Ann Wright.
A memorial service celebrating Billy Bob's life will be held at 2 P.M. at Wesley United Methodist Church in Harlingen, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014.
In lieu of flowers the family request that memorial donations may be made to Wesley United Methodist Church, 1406 E. Austin, Harlingen, TX 78550, Sunny Glen's Children Home, 2380 W. Exp. 83, San Benito, TX 78586 or to Loaves and Fishes, 514 S. E St., Harlingen, TX 78550.
You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.buckashcraft.com.
Arrangements are with Buck Ashcraft Funeral Home.
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February 17, 2014
Mrs English, Sorry to here about the passing of Billy Bob. Played a lot of golf with him. He gave me a lot of support and encouragement in my earlier years. He will be missed.. He was a competitive every thing he did and will be remembered by many a golfer and friends.
Our condolences to your family . Gary and Rosie. Taylor
Alan/Jan English
January 30, 2014
Perk...we are thinking of you and all the support you gave Billy Bob in his days of hurting. Thanks for the wonderful connection in recent years. Our condolences to cousin Alan.
January 29, 2014
At this difficult time words are hard to come by. However the giver of life has plenty to say by way of comfort to help you endure. 2Thessalonians 3:16. Diane.
LENNEA BIRDSONG
January 27, 2014
TO MRS. ENGLISH AND YOUR FAMILY. SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS.MAY OUR HEAVENLY FATHER COMFORT YOU ALL. . YOU ALL ARE A BLESSING TO ME AND MY FAMILY.THANK YOU .
Dorothy Elrod
January 26, 2014
We never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make because their love leaves an imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that having shared their love has enriched our lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of grief. In time, your memories will bring you comfort. God Bless you and your loved ones.
Tom and Sue Ellen (English) Swartzel
January 25, 2014
Perk,Alan,Julie: Tom and I are deeply saddened by the death of Billy Bob. We feel so blessed to have shared time with
him and you the past couple yrs. I'll always remember his kindness, sweetness and generosity. God bless you all.
Raul Esparza
January 25, 2014
So very sorry and hurt to know this about my boss Billy Bob . He was the greatest man and boss anybody could come across. Had the pleasure of working for him at Gulf Packing in San Benito.R.I.P. BOSS.
January 25, 2014
I am a fellow golfer and I always enjoyed playing golf with Billy Bob--a true gentle and honest man. Donald Gray
Frank Kotzur & Family
January 24, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 24, 2014
Dearest Perk: I'm so very sorry to hear about Billy Bob's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and give you peace. May my friend Billy Bob rest in peace.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Virginia Patrick
Sweetman family
January 24, 2014
Reliable, especially to those most in need; very unique and always fun to be with; Billy Bob will be dearly missed by all.
Linda Alexander-Calvert
January 24, 2014
Perk, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. I often think about the days around the table at the Potpourri.
GILBERT & NANCY M OBREGON & FAM
January 24, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Mike Villarreal
January 24, 2014
To his family, may God bless you during this time of loss and sorrow. Billy and I competed in various places throughout south Texas in golf tournaments. He was a good golfer. May God grant him peace...
Gloria L Golden
January 24, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 24, 2014
It was an honor to have known him. He will be missed, but I know I will see him again as he is with our Lord in Heaven. Modock White III
Fidel del Barrio
January 24, 2014
Billy Bob, a good, honest hard worker, friend and classmate from EHS. You will be missed. Perk, you have my deepest sympathy on your loss.
Sam/Lydia Hernandez
January 24, 2014
On behalf of the Hernandez families, our deepest condolences to the English family. Julie, hope to see you soon.
January 23, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss, Perk. Billy Bob was a good and hard-working man. My prayers are with you and your family. Billy Bob is no longer suffering and is at peace.
January 23, 2014
The Faires family loved and remembers Billy Bob as one of our own. Our most sincere condolences are with his family at this time. Mary Ann, Camille and Kenneth
Ronald Banks
January 23, 2014
We want to express our sympathy for your loss and to let you know that our thoughts are with you.
Richard and Judy English
January 23, 2014
We are so very sorry for your loss. Billy Bob was a great guy. We enjoyed spending time with you in Branson and with all of your family last spring. May God give you His peace. Judy and Dick English
Jay and Adriana Dwiggins
January 23, 2014
Perk. So sorry to hear this.Billy Bob was a good man, and I have a lot of good memories that I will carry always. Adriana and I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
The Salvation Army
January 23, 2014
We are saddened to hear about Mr. English. Know that the staff at The Salvation Army continue have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mark Pratt
January 23, 2014
The Pratts extend our heartfelt condolences to Perk and family. Perk you were so sweet in our time of need last year, stay strong and God Bless! Mark, Melinda,David Pratt
January 23, 2014
Perk, Bobby and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of Billy Bob. We are remembering the many fun times that we had on golfing trips. I'm sure your strength will see you through this. You are in our hearts.
Judy and Bobby Lackey
Bracy Wilson
January 23, 2014
Perk, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers will be with you and your famiy. I have very fond memories of playing golf with him. What a gang of golfers. Billy Bob, Lee Fisher, Jim Cason, Frank Davis and my old man Gary Wilson. We had alot of fun. Some of my best golfing memories were with those guys. He will be greatly missed.
Wegie Walker
January 23, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jerry Williams
January 23, 2014
Perk, we are very saddened to hear of Billy Bob's passing. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts during this time of grief.
Cindy Cavazos
January 23, 2014
Mrs English, so sorry to hear about Billy Bob he was such a nice man. My prayers go to you, Alan, Vivian and Julie. God Bless you.
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