Born in Catawba County on November 2, 1981, he was the son of the late Christopher William and Martha Charles Abernethy.
Billy was a salesman with Abernethy Welding.
Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his grandfather Billy Abernethy.
He is survived by his wife Shonda Abernethy of the home; his daughter Zoie Abernethy of the home and his grandmother Frances Abernethy.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, December 23, 2021 at 2:00pm at Hickory Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Ernie Richards officiating. The family will receive friends following memorial service.