Billy "Bill" M. Lemley

He was born Monday, January 03, 1938 in Morgantown, WV. A son of the late George Ray Lemley and Evelyn Rush Lemley.

He was a veteran who proudly served in the United States Army in Germany. After serving in the military, he worked at numerous jobs before becoming a coal miner with Peabody Coal. He retired from Peabody as a mine foreman after 27 years of service.

Bill was a member of the Olive United Methodist Church in Pentress, WV. He was also a member of the James Farrell American Legion Post #330 of Waynesburg. Bill was an avid fisherman, baseball and softball player. He enjoyed playing his guitar with his dog Sadie sitting beside him. He was a dedicated father and grandfather who was always supportive of his children and grandchildren activities.

He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years Joan L. Stockdale Lemley, whom he married on December 09,1983.

Also surviving are 4 children: Amy (Chuck) Tedrow, of Jefferson, PA., Janel (Rob) Garrison, of Morgantown, WV., Valerie "Dee Dee" Mathason, of Waynesburg, PA., and Mark (Jen) Pastoria, of Jeannette, PA., 1 Brother: Terry (Sharon) Lemley, of Core, WV.,1 brother-in-law John Staggers and his numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Deceased in addition to his parents are 1 Son: Daniel Ray Lemley, 1 sister: Ruth Ann Staggers, 1 grandson Tyler Pastoria and his son-in-law Michael Mathason.

Bill will be deeply missed by all who knew him and the lives he touched.

There will be a greeting of friends from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM the time of the Memorial service on Thursday, June 24, 2021 in the Milliken and Throckmorton FH, Inc. Daryl L. Throckmorton Owner/Director,197 N. Maiden St Waynesburg, PA 15370 with Pastor John Brosky officiating. Scattering of Bill's ashes will be private. Information is online at www.milliken-throckmortonfh.com.