Billy Fred Frady

Billy Fred Frady, 84, of Dodge, Texas, ran into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 14, 2026, following a short illness. Billy's question to each of you is: "Do you know Jesus?" If you don't, then cry out to Him, for He loves you.

Billy was born August 4, 1942, in Greenwood, Mississippi, to Fred I.T. Frady and Ruth Hayes Frady. He lived his life defined by service, honor, and an unwavering love for his family.

A proud veteran of the United States Navy, Billy served during the Vietnam War as a Radioman. He served in the Underwater Demolition services, answering his country's call with honor and distinction.

Following his military service, he continued to serve communities as a Volunteer Fireman and CERT.

Billy was a former member of the Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Group and the Walker County Amateur Radio Club.

Billy had a deep love for dogs, horses, and motorcycles. Animals held a special place in his heart, and he found great joy in their companionship and in the freedom of the open road.

He is survived by his loving wife of thirty years, Suzanne Frady. His children are Michael Frady and his wife Chellie of Farmington, NM, Angela Frady and David Heitman of Boling, TX., Stacy Gauthier and Glen of Chicago, IL, Sheria and Jeffrey Betz of Magnolia, TX, and Ann Baer of Conroe, TX.

He was Opa to fourteen grandchildren: Skylar, Tyler and Journey Frady, the Gauthiers Matthew, Alyx, Cole, and Andrew, Grayson and Henry Baer, Brandy Blakes and Tory, Ashley Henriquez and Rudy, Zachery Betz and Shauna Marie, Kayla Hillis and Hayden, Joey Perrine. And eleven great-grandchildren. Nephew Jerry Frady, Maryville, TN and niece Peggy Elliott, West Point, Miss.

Billy was preceded in death by his parents, his precious son Billy Frady, Jr., his brother HJ Frady and his wife Doris, Son-In Law Robby Baer, and Grandson Eric Perrine.

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. JOHN 3:16