Billy Wayne Masters

Masters, Billy Wayne 66, passed away Tuesday October 24th, 2023 surrounded by family. Billy was born December 10th, 1956 in Benton Harbor, MI and then as a child, moved to Missouri. He was the eldest of 8 children. Some of the best years of his life were growing up on the farm. At the young age of 17, Billy joined the Army. He served from 1974 - 1977. Shortly after joining the military Billy lost his mother, Joyce Aline Lee, and never quite healed from that loss. In April of 1979, Billy met his future wife, Tammy, in Arizona. They married in August of 1979 and went on to have 4 children together, Carrie Masters (43), Jessica Masters (41), Jonathan Masters (35), and Thomas Masters (33). Although Billy spent a good portion of his younger years battling drug addiction, he turned his life around becoming a god fearing man who strived to be a good father and human being. He was known for giving money to charities and the church, and would quite literally give you the shirt off of his back. He was an introspective man who loved to watch boxing, go fishing, listen to music and tell a good dad-joke. He loved all of his children deeply but had a special bond with his youngest son, Tommy. Billy is survived by his 4 children Carrie, Jessica, Jonathan and Tommy, and his wife Tammy. He had 7 grandchildren,. He was truly a special man that was very loved and remembered for many things including his hard working mentality, joy for the simple things in life, love for his fur baby, Hobo and playful sense of humor. Billy is now at peace and reunited with his mother. A celebration of Billy W. Masters' life will be held on Saturday, November 25th for close family and friends.