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Avys was born at home in Wilkinson County, Georgia, he was the last and youngest of eleven children born to the late Isaac and Emma Billue. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, a dedicated humanitarian and active in the community. Avys retired as Executive Director of Easter Seals. He was also a member of the Jaycees, the Augusta Exchange Club, and Martinez Baptist Church.
He attended Martha Berry College, Rome GA. He graduated from University of Georgia, Athens GA with a Bachelor of Science in Education. He finished a degree in Occupational Therapy from Washington University, St. Louis Missouri. He established the first Easter Seals Center in Augusta GA in 1962.
Family members include his daughters: Tracy Theobold and Haley Billue Holley (Eddie); son: Avys Darrell Billue, Jr. (Stephanie); grandchildren: Julia Kimsey, Jeb Kimsey, Ella Theobold, William Billue (Klohe) and Jonathan Billue. In addition to his parents and siblings, Avys was preceded in death by his daughter Jamie Patricia Billue.
The funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at Martinez Baptist Church with Rev. Phillip Winsett and Rev. Carolyn Moore officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
Interment will follow Wednesday, May 31,2023 in the Masonic Cemetery in Irwinton, Georgia with Rev. Wade Miller officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Easter-Seals East Georgia, 1430 Highland Avenue, Suite B, Augusta, GA 30904.
Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Please sign the guestbook at www.thomaspoteet.com
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Timika Wimberly
June 7, 2023
You will truly be missed Mr. Billue.
From the first day I met Mr. Billue I knew I was in for a ride. He only introduced himself as "Avys" never telling me that he was actually THE CEO. His country wit, his wisdom and his passion for those we worked with was always available and present. Mr. Billue led by example. Never ask your staff to do something you wouldn't be willing to do. Mr. Billue stayed in the trenches with us never thinking that he was too good to do anything. He could put the good country boy charm on but he was a true business man and usually walked away with the contract. I always watched him to learn even though he didn't know he was teaching. Even if we didn't always agree, there was always mutual respect. Thank you Mr. Billue for being you. Rest well.
Cynthia Burgamy Rollosson
May 29, 2023
Avis and my Dad grew up together.My Dad sold Avis one of the houses on the farm.All of my family got to know Avis well !!! We will miss the kindness and his love for everyone.. Cynthia
Laurie Cook
May 29, 2023
Even during this sad time, I can't help but to think of Avys and smile. I worked with Avys for number of years - he could be tough, his expectations high, and we did not always agree, but his compassion for others was second to none. He built a real "family" of people at work that I treasure to this day. I never felt like I was working with Avys at the helm nor when he passed the torch to Sheila Thomas following his retirement.
Avys wandered all the backroads of Georgia, taking many of us in tow - never meeting a stranger and sharing the funniest stories. He loved his family dearly and was so proud of his children.
Ayys was a very special person and touched the lives of so many. I feel blessed to have been but a small part of a life fully lived.
Robert N. Dixon, Sr.
May 27, 2023
Avys was a good friend through the years. A quality individual his family and friends will cherish the memory.
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