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Billy Joe Osteen obituary, Hernando, MS

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Billy Osteen Obituary

Billy Joe Osteen, 85, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025, in Southaven, MS. He was born on June 5th of 1939 in Munford, TN. The family will receive friends on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Hernando Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., with the service to celebrate his life to immediately follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment will conclude the services at the funeral home at Pleasant Hill Community Cemetery. Bro. Michael Weeks will officiate. Billy is survived by his wife of 67 years, Barnie Osteen; his son, Philip Osteen (Sarah); his grandchildren, Patrick Osteen, Jason Osteen (Amy), Will Porter, and Elizabeth Rutherford (Matt); his great grandchildren, Teagan Osteen, Cara Davenport, Allyn Rutherford, and Brilyn Osteen; and one cousin, Durell Laxton (Sharon). He was preceded in death by his mother, Julia Rose Hanks. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Billy, please visit our Tree Store.

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Published by WMC on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Hernando Funeral Home

2285 Hwy. 51 S., Hernando 38632

May

30

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11:00 a.m.

Hernando Funeral Home

2285 Hwy. 51 S., Hernando 38632

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2285 Highway 51 South, Hernando, MS 38632

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