Born on August 12, 1930 in Hensley, WV, he was the son of the late William and Katherine Smith.
He was a graduate of Welsh High School and Shenandoah University.
Billy served in the United States Air Force for four years and then joined the 167th TFR Air National Guard serving a total of 31 years. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.
He is survived by his wife of almost 41 years, Patricia Ann Smith; his children: Stephen D. Smith and wife Sharolyn of Gerrardstown, David S (Joe) Smith and wife Jane of Aydlett, North Carolina, and Anthony P. Smith and wife Marsha of Aydlett, North Carolina; step-children: Lisa C. Hess and husband Ronald of Martinsburg, Kevin P. Young and wife Jeanette of Martinsburg, and
Jennifer A. Young and son Caden Carson of Martinsburg;
seventeen grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and beloved dog, Evee.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Dustin Smith; and stepson, Todd Young.
Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, April 30, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church at 1:30pm with masks and social distancing required. Interment will follow in Rosedale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church.
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