William "Billy" Roy Conner Jr

William "Billy" Roy Conner Jr obituary, Columbus, OH

William "Billy" Roy Conner Jr

Upcoming Events

Nov

23

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Crazee Mule Pub and Grill

6188 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43231

William "Billy" Conner Jr Obituary

Visit the Shaw-Davis Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Short North Chapel website to view the full obituary.

William "Billy" Roy Conner Jr, 39, Columbus, Ohio took his final ride November 16, 2025 surrounded by his family, friends and brothers. 

He was born November 3, 1986, to William Conner Sr (Christy) and Keely Rogers (Jim). Billy was strong and stubborn but had a heart of gold. To know him was to love him. He cared deeply and would drop anything at a moment's notice for those he loved and respected. 

He is survived by his Dad, Mom, Brother Josh Conner (Erica), nieces Kinsley and Paisley, the love of his life Angela Laney, his stepchildren Cole, Laney (Austin), Avery and Nevin. His grandson, his pride and joy, Beckett Bllu along with many other Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. 

The family will be having a celebration of life Sunday November 23, 2025, 1pm-7pm at the Crazee Mule Pub and Grill 6188 Cleveland Ave Columbus, Ohio 43231. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at the celebration.

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

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Upcoming Events

Nov

23

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Crazee Mule Pub and Grill

6188 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43231