Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Paul Bilyeu Obituary
Born: January 21, 1947; in Granite City, IL
Died: October 17, 2018; in Altamonte Springs, FL
Mr. Paul Lee Bilyeu died peacefully in Altamonte Springs, Florida on October 17th, 2018 at the age of 71.
Paul is survived by wife, Jane, of Casselberry, Florida; children, Paul (Whitney) of Houston, Texas, Christopher of Sanford, and Matthew (Kim) of Crystal Lake, Illinois; eight (8) grandchildren; sisters, Mary Ferguson, Linda Fleming; and brother, Alan Ferguson.
He is preceded in death by Logan Baker Bilyeu, Father, of Granite City, Illinois and Geraldine Ferguson, Mother, of Collinsville, Illinois.
Paul was born on January 21st, 1947 in Granite City, Illinois to Geraldine Bilyeu (Swigert) and Logan Bilyeu. He graduated from Collinsville High School in 1965 and spent two years at Southern Illinois University. Paul married his high school sweetheart, (Lynnda) Jane Bilyeu (Coffin), in 1967. The couple welcomed three boys over the ensuing years. Paul and Jane spent their childhoods very active in community service with the Collinsville Jaycees and youth athletics with the Collinsville Raiders and Khoury League baseball.
Professionally, Paul joined Southwestern Bell Telephone in 1967 and spent 30+ years in various field roles in Southern and Northern Illinois. In 1984, he took a transfer to the northwest suburbs of the Chicago metropolitan area where they settled in Crystal Lake.
Paul spent many years coaching youth sports primarily football. He is one of the earliest members of the Collinsville Raider football program and coached hundreds of kids over those years. He was a lifetime member of the Jaycees and past president of the Collinsville Chapter. Paul was elected to the Collinsville School Board in the early 1980's.
A memorial service will be scheduled in the future in the Collinsville area. Details will be announced closer to that time. All will be welcome to attend and celebrate Paul's life.
The family would like to thank everyone for their heartfelt condolences.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Paul Bilyeu
6 Entries
Z L
November 1, 2018
My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.
Laurine Mandeville (Ulery)
October 25, 2018
Jane I'm so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. I remember all the good times we had with Jaycees. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Paul Bilyeu
October 25, 2018
Mary Ferguson
October 23, 2018
I spent an awful lot of time with my brother in the early days of growing up. I remember each of your homes starting with the one on Combs and I have the best memories at every one. You were so many things to me, Paul Bilyeu, I cant even begin to put it into words. Janie and the boysI love you more than you'll ever know.
Terry Drenkhahn
October 23, 2018
Rest in piece Uncle Paul
Lee
October 23, 2018
Respectful condolences. He surely will not be forgotten, for "A good name is better than precious oil..." Eccl 7:1
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Make a Donation
in Paul Bilyeu's name
Memorial Events
for Paul Bilyeu
How to support Paul's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Paul Bilyeu's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
