Billy was born on December 1, 1964 in Springfield, the son of Billy, Sr. and Donna Smith Harmon.
Billy graduated from Lanphier High School in 1982. He worked for the State of IL in the Department of Professional Regulations. Billy was a former boxer who had enjoyed playing football and baseball during school. He had a love of life and will be missed greatly by his family and friends.
Preceding Billy in death are his brother, Jerry Harmon; his grandparents, Dorothy Peterson, Archie Harmon, and Robert and Mary Elizabeth Smith; and his cousin, Diane Carter.
He is survived by his daughter, Taylor Harmon of Springfield; his parents, Bill and Donna Harmon; his sister, Monica Harmon; his grandpa, Duane Peterson; a niece, Amanda Harmon; as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins, all of Springfield.
Family will receive friends from 11:00-11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.
A funeral ceremony will follow at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home with Vaughn Beeman officiating.
Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Billy Joe Harmon, Jr.
