Billy K. Wages Sr.

Back in the day, Billy Wages bought Mundy Wages Funeral Home and Crematory from my late grandfather, Marion Mundy. After that my uncle Bruce went into business with Bill. My family continued to be very close friends with the Wages family. Whenever there was talk about Bill, it was never anything negative. Bill truly led a great life and I speak for the Mundy family when I say that I am sad to see him go. Blessings.

Billy Wages was an "institution" in the funeral business. I met him in the 70's when I worked at Spring Hill. He would transport for us to his crematory in Mableton. His helpfulness in this area of the business made arrangements so much smoother for "our" families. We would see each other often at the departments of Vital Statistics in DeKalb and Fulton Counties. He was always cheerful, upbeat and personable. He was exactly the same, 30 years later, when I had occasion to visit his funeral...

Everytime I see a bowtie I will smile and think of Billy. The world has truly lost a great presence. My prayers go out to the family.

His wisdom, his presence at OGR functions and conventions, his dry but keen sense of humor will be missed.

I wanted to take a moment to let you know your family continues to be in the thoughts and prayers of many. Although I only met Billy briefly through a couple of O.G.R. conferences & phone calls. He left a lasting impression on me of someone who was committed to funeral service and the families we are privledged to serve. His southern demeanor and sense of humor were both welcoming and entertaining. He will surely be sorely missed by each of us whose lives were fortunate enough to be touched...

I am saddened to hear of Mr. Wages's passing. I have many fond memories of our talks while I worked at the AJC and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at their time of sorrow.

Dear Melba and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We recently met at a conference in San Antonio. We so enjoyed and appreciated Billy's humor and friendlyness. The two of you made us feel very welcome to our first OGR function and we thank you.

Melba - OGR trips will never be the same without Billy. He was one of the highlights of every trip and we will miss him and his laugh more than I can say.

Dear Melba and Family,
When I first heard about Billy I immediately thought that a light had gone out in Georgia. But I know that his memory, good works, love of family and so many other wonderful things will keep that light burning for years to come. I am proud to have known him, and will always remember his passion for those he loved and the work he cherished. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.