Bill was born and raised in Ooltewah, TN and retired from Astec as a welder after 50 years of service. Bill was of the Baptist faith, enjoyed fishing and woodworking, but especially loved his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Taylor and Frances Fairbanks; and brothers, Doug, Roy and Howard Fairbanks.
Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Evelyn “Bea” Fairbanks; daughters, Kerrijean (Ron) Collee, Tina (Steve) Braden and Kimberly (Jerry) Goins; grandchildren, Robin, Heather, Kailyn, Jared, Holly, Nick, Lucas, Raven, Zane and Gabe; 8 great-grandchildren; and sister, Joyce Lawson.
Visitation will be Monday, February 10, 2020 from 11 AM to 1 PM followed by a 1 PM Funeral Service at the funeral home. Pastor Jeannie Cisson will officiate.
Burial will follow at Ooltewah Cemetery.