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1943
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2020
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Billy Lay Obituary
He is preceded in death by his father, Rev. J.L. Lay; mother, Ella Douglas Lay; daughter, Carla Knight; wife, Elizabeth Lawson Lay; children, Janet Lee Turner, Billie Sue Lay, Leon Deane, Jr., Deanna Botts, Deborah Lynn Gabbard, Lorie Lee Lawson, Randy Shane Lawson; and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn his passing.
The family received friends Wednesday, Feb. 26, at the Harp Funeral Home Chapel with military honors at the Funeral Home. Military Honors were provided by the American Legion Honor Guard. Bill's wishes were cremation following services.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Legion Honor Guard P.O. Box 26 Jellico, TN 37762.
Harp Funeral Home of Jellico was in charge of arrangements.
LaFollette Press
February 27, 2020
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Harp Funeral Home - Jellico572 South Main Street P.O. Box 26, Jellico, TN 37762
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