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Billy Hutchins Obituary
Jackson
Billy F. Hutchins was born in Raymond, Mississippi, on October 28, 1927, and died suddenly at home in Jackson March 24, 2013. Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at Lakewood Funeral Home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm. Funeral Services will be held 10:00am, Thursday, March 28, 2013 in the Chapel of Lakewood Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Lakewood Memorial Park.
Preceding him in death are his father, Orville G. Hutchins, Sr.; his mother, Neva Lois Johnson Hutchins; his brother, O. G. Hutchins, Jr., and his sister June Hutchins Kelley.
Hutch, while active in the YMCA, became an Eagle Scout at age eighteen. He enlisted with the Air Force and served in the occupation forces of Europe. After his term in the service, he became a Georgia State Trooper for a number of years. His remaining work years consisted of self-employment and also supervising contracts regarding maintenance of parks and military bases.
Hutch is survived by his wife of fifty-six years, Margaret Martz Hutchins, and their six children: Sons--Shane Hutchins and wife, Anne, of Brandon, MS; Brett Hutchins and wife, Joni, of Raymond, MS; Clete Hutchins and wife, Diana, of Raymond, MS; and Marty Hutchins of Byram, MS. Daughters--Tracey Miller and husband, John, of Terry, MS; and Tanya Long and husband, Glynn, of Brandon, MS.
He is blessed with fifteen grandchildren: Andrew Lavigne (Subrina), Sarah Morgan, Rachel Cheatham (Nick), Heidi Hutchins, Jared Hutchins, Hunter Hutchins, Candice Smith (Clint), Matthew Miller, Andrew Miller, Justin Long (Charity), Neva Long, Georganna Hutchins, and Brittany Hutchins (Derek), Cameron Hutchins and Tanner Hutchins (mother-Tammy Hutchins).
Great grandchildren are: Brandon Lavigne, Cody Lavigne, Sophia Cheatham, Seraphina Cheatham, Nick Morgan, Christian Smith, Tanner McMillan and Madisyn Long.
He is also survived by his brother, Lloyd A. Hutchins and wife, June; and the following nieces and nephews: Bill Hutchins, Sandy Cox, Cheryl Andries, Lloyd Hutchins, Karen Kelley-Bays and David Kelley.
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Memories and Condolences
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Neva Long
January 4, 2014
Pawpaw, you are dearly missed by many and I hope you're happy in heaven with your brothers and sisters. Our family had a great Christmas and you were definitely talked about. Mawmaw is so strong it is remarkable. I am so glad you got to meet Madisyn because she is so feisty just like us, if only she could remember you. Thank you for watching over my dad with his surgery and recovery, I know you were looking down on us in that tough time. I can't wait to see you again Pawpaw and I love and miss you dearly.
Myself and My Ubcle Bear
David Kelley
April 21, 2013
I was elated to find and I know my Uncle Bear would not have wanted it any other way than to know that they saved the best for last in the listing of survivors for this article. I hope this brings a least a smile to whoever reads this faces because that is one thing I will always remember about my Uncle Bear are some of his wonderful funny stories, espcially when we would come back on our summer vacations (long run on sentence but who is grading, if so please feel free to depart) My mom on many occasions stated "My little brother should have been a stand up comedian because he could keep people entertained for hours". With what has gone on and currently going on in the world these days,it is hard at times to smile, but I know my Uncle Bear would want us to smile and keep marching onward. I was so glad I always stopped their home to vist him and my Aunt Margaret, no one makes a sandwich like her,that alone makes that 1000 mile trip worth it.
On the more serious side ( I use the word serious because I remember when I was about five years old, I was at their home I was wanting to join in somnething the older cousins were doing and they had run me off, ubcle Bear asked me what was wrong and I told hem the were being mean to me and he laughed and then I told him I am serious and was like oh okay, so then he got me ice cream with peanuts and when the other cousins and my sister saw me eating ice cream they stopped playing and came to get some. Uncle Bear then told them they would have to ask me if they could have some and I said NO,and then they started to argue and then Uncle Bear told them bascially that was just the way it was going to be and if they had a problem with it to take it up with him and of course no one did.
Uncle Bear was also Mr. Mom long before it became fashionable to be one. I know he really loved his children, more that I had ever seen before and he certainy did not mind pitching in doing back in that era, what was considered women's work. I loved him will miss my Uncle Bear but am glad your at home now to look after my Mom and your brother or maybe they will be looking after you. It would be interesting to know who will be ruling the roost between those three, that is one good reason why my Uncle Bubba better plan on staying with us for a long time because he will have his work cut out for him when he arrives back home.
Candice Smith
April 4, 2013
The world's best Pawpaw will be missed dearly! I have no words to express how I feel that I cannot pick up the phone to call you and listen to your jokes and wisdom! I will miss our visits! I will always be your ninnie hearts! I love you PawPaw!
Ann Marie Payment
March 27, 2013
Thinking of the family in their time of grief. May you find joy in the lovely memories that have been made.May God guide you and give you strength.The Family is in my thoughts and prayers.May God bless you.
Angela Brunson
March 27, 2013
Praying for the family thru this difficult time of loss. Tracey, I wish I could be there with you. Sorry I'm too far away. Will see you this summer hopefully. Love Angela Dinah April and Abbey
Raquel Spangler
March 26, 2013
Shane, I cannot comprehend how sad I am feeling for your loss and my heart goes out to you at this hard time.
Praying for you.
Renvia Hutchins Barnes
March 26, 2013
This is just a lovely tribute to "Bear" and his life with his beautiful family. I know he will be missed but keep the memories of your happy time together in your heart and "Bear" will always be with you. You all remain in my heart and prayers.
Karen June Kelley-Bays
March 26, 2013
Dear Sweet Uncle Bear: Now that you are in your Heavenly Home and reunited with Momma, Uncle G, Dad Dear, Nanny, Sweet Caroline, Aunt Jude, Aunt Marbelle, Uncle Brother, Uncle Clyde...and this list is long...You will so very much be missed. It is never easy to let go. The comfort is that you are now in the arms of Our Lord and will forever be held in His Amazing Grace. Until We Meet Again....I Love You
Karen Kelley-Bays
March 26, 2013
Dear Sweet Uncle Bear: Now that you have reunited with Momma, Dad Dear, Nanny, Uncle G, Aunt Jude, Aunt Marbelle, Uncle Brother, Uncle Clyde...and the list is long...You will be so missed. It is never easy to let go. The comfort is that you will be forever in the arms of Our Lord and held in His Amazing Grace Forever. Until we meet again...I Love You
March 26, 2013
Brett & Joni, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and family. Dwight & Bonnie Sprayberry.
March 26, 2013
Tracey & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the loss of your Father. May the Lord surround you with His comfort & love. We miss you at Daniel.
Janet & Windell Peden
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