Billy O. Hattaway

Billy O. Hattaway

Billy Hattaway Obituary

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Billy O. Hattaway, 80, of Danielsville, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at Comer Health and Rehabilitation.

Mr. Hattaway was born in Danielsville, GA on March 19, 1945, son of the late Robert Lee Hattaway Sr. and the late Florida Curtis Hattaway. 

Billy was a long time feed mill operator at Pilgrim's Pride prior to his retirement.

 In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Mr. Berry Hattaway; and four brothers, Robert Lee Hattaway  John Hattaway, Eugene Hattaway, and Lee Roy Hattaway. 

Survivors include his loving wife, Jerusha Hattaway; his daughter, Victoria Hart (Bobby); his daughter in love, Lisa Hattaway; his brother, Elmer Hattaway (Diane); his sister, Marjorie Hattaway; his grandchildren, Nicole Hattaway, Nicole Bobo, James and Kathleen Everhart, Brittney and Anthony Mathis, Ashley and Chris Rucker; and great grandchildren, Kaydence Mathis, Korie Rucker, Harper Rucker, and Hudson Mathis.

At Mr. Hattaway's request, no services will be held at this time.

Lord and Stephens, EAST, has been entrusted with arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Lord & Stephens Funeral Home - East

4355 Lexington Road, Athens, GA 30605

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