Billy Albert Browning, 82, of DeQuincy, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2020 at his residence. He was born on May 23, 1938 in Boone County, West Virginia to his late parents, Ossie and Ida Browning. He loved to gamble, drink his Coors Light, and watch the political arena. Most of all, he loved his family.
He is survived by his companion of 21 years, Gerlinde Schatzle; three daughters, Patricia Stump of Westlake, Theresa Helton of Fairborn, OH, Benedikte Jorgensen of Denmark; along with brothers and sisters; 8 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren.
Billy is preceded in death by his wife, Jewell Browning; one son, Michael Browning; along with several brothers and sisters.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church in DeQuincy on Friday, October 30, 2020, at 2:00pm, with Father Louis Tigga officiating. Visitation will be at Hixson-Snider Funeral Home in DeQuincy on Friday, beginning at 10:00am until the Rosary at 1:00pm, followed by the procession to the church for a 2:00pm Mass.
Flowers may be purchased for the family at Fleur Designs (337-513-7656), Little Shoppe of Flowers (337-786-3161), and Wendi's Flower Cart (337-474-5236). If you choose, You can Vote for Donald Trump or donate to the Donald Trump Presidential Campaign, per Billy!
Services entrusted to Jordan and Amanda Mothershed of Hixson-Snider Funeral Home in DeQuincy. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonsnider.com.