Billy Povlin

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Billy Povlin, 95, on January 19, 2025, at his home in Farragut, Tennessee, after a brief illness. Billy was born on December 23, 1929, in Universal, Indiana.
After graduating High School in Clinton, IN, Billy proudly served the United States in the Navy as a Mechanics Mate. After his military service, he attended Rose-Hulman University, where he earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Following his graduation, Billy dedicated nearly 40 years of his career to E.I. DuPont (now Chemours) in New Johnsonville, TN.
He was a longtime member of the Lions Club in Waverly, TN, where he earned many distinctions and awards for his contributions. Billy also served many years as a member of the Humphreys County Chamber of Commerce and deeply loved his community. As an active member of the Waverly United Methodist Church, he attended regularly and found joy in the fellowship.
Billy had a passion for high school sports in Waverly, particularly the basketball program. This passion carried over after his relocation to Farragut, TN, where he attended Farragut High School basketball games regularly. In 2016, he and his beloved wife, Maggie, relocated to Farragut to be closer to his family. His wife, Maggie, passed away in July of 2019.
Billy is survived by his son Jay, daughter-in-law Louise, and grandsons Jack, Jared, and Joshua. He is also survived by his companion, Debbie Carter of Farragut, TN, who was by his side for many years. His family is especially grateful to Debbie for her assistance and guidance through this difficult time.
Billy will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Services will be held Saturday, January 25th, at Luff-Bowen Funeral Home at 2400 Hwy 13N in Waverly, TN. Receiving of friends will begin at 1PM, until the time of service at 2PM. Interment to follow at Richlawn Cemetery in Waverly.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Billy's honor to Waverly Lions Charities Inc., PO Box 104, Waverly, TN 37185.