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William Warren "Billy" Nero

1943 - 2019

William Warren "Billy" Nero obituary, 1943-2019, Homosassa, FL

BORN

1943

DIED

2019

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Strickland Funeral Home - Crystal River

1901 SE Hwy 19

Crystal River, Florida

William Nero Obituary

William "Billy" Warren Nero, 76 of Homosassa, FL passed away Monday July 29, 2019 at his home under the care of his family and Hospice. He was born February 17, 1943 in Waverly, NY to Thelma and Edward Lawrence Nero and came to this area in 1972.
Mr. Nero was a truck driver for the Citrus County Public Works Department and retired from there after 30 plus years of service. He attended Nature Coast Church in Homosassa and enjoyed spending time with friends and family.
He was preceded in death by his wife Janice and his brother Edward L. "Junior" Nero.
He is survived by his son, Lawrence W. Nero (Nikki Smith), a daughter Tammy L. Bagley (Mike) both of Homosassa, FL, sisters; Charlotte Tice (Chuck) of Horseheads, NY and Janet Howard (Fran) of Homosassa, FL, grandchildren; Michael and Becky Bagley, Steven Nero, Ashton and Dereck Thayer, Kaitlyn Pike, Monica Pettis and David Davis, great-grandchildren; Autumn Lynn Nero, Tajenya Jones and Skyla Benjamin.
A celebration of life service will be held at 12 Noon on Saturday August 17th at Nature Coast Church in Homosassa. Arrangements are under the direction of Strickland Funeral Home and Crematory, Crystal River.

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Published by Citrus County Chronicle on Aug. 3, 2019.

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Lourie Schultz

August 12, 2019

So many fond memories of our families interacting through all the years of watching our 'sand-lot' neighborhood. You and your family was the best!! The Nero compound was complete, all the kids, the adults and grandparents. A setting for our lives here in Homosassa that was always cherished. My folks, Al & Gladys Di Pasca though the world of all of you also. These memories are ours to hold in our hearts and smile as we think back when all the kids were little, now with their own families. This was a love of nature around here with the Nero's being a major part of the glue. Thank you Bill & Janice, we will see you both again on high.

Elaine & John Burlew

August 7, 2019

My memories of you, Uncle Bill, go on and on. You were always there. You were 10 yrs old when I was born. You took care of me on the school bus when I was in kindergarten/1st grade. You carried me on your shoulders. Everyone mentions your stories. Some of the most memorable for me are the UFO, the parrot that ran out of gas, the skunk-ape in Ozello, Alligators eyes. You surprised me with my first car when I was 18. So many memories. You even took us out fishing on your boat. These are memories I will have forever. You are no longer having to endure the unbearable pain you were in. Just dance with the angels and rejoice. Tap us on the shoulder whenever you get the chance to let us know you are there. You will be missed.

Carol Manthe

August 5, 2019

I remember the many visits your family made to our house growing up. Larry and Tammy were our favorite buddies. Bill was always a wonderful man and Janice was such a beautiful woman. I am sorry for your loss and pray that you all can find some peace in this hard time. You will truly be missed! LeRoy (dad) is up there waiting to play some music with you again!

August 5, 2019

R.I.P. Papa Bill, are hearts are broken but we know you are in the lord's arms and not hurting anymore. We will always miss and love you. To the family I am so sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Naomi and Dylan McNally

John & Sue

August 4, 2019

So sorry for you loss!

Catherine McKiernan & Bill Charette

August 4, 2019

Bill & I are so sorry for your loss, but we know Bill has finally found the peace he's been searching for for a while. He will definitely be missed by so many, but we also know there are so many "Bill Nero stories" to keep him in our memories for a lifetime! Love & prayers being sent for you all...Bill Charette & Kitty McKiernan

Ken anLouise Charette

August 4, 2019

He will be terribly missed by the entire Charette family, but never forgotten. We speak of him and Janice at all family gatherings.Ken and Louise Charette

Jerry & thelma Pearce

August 3, 2019

Mike & Tammy, we are so sorry for your loss. Jerry says he has lots of fond memories of Billy.
Prayers to you all.

Sharon & William GREEN

August 3, 2019

R.I.P. Bill. Love and miss ya.

Kelly Graham

August 3, 2019

Becky and family, so very sorry for your loss.

Lyman Strickland & the Staff of Strickland Funeral Home

August 3, 2019

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m.

Nature Coast Church

Homosassa., FL

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Strickland Funeral Home - Crystal River

1901 SE Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL 34429

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