Billy Lee Deatherage

Mr. Billy (Bill) Lee Deatherage, 88, of Lawsonville, passed away Wednesday morning April 10, 2024, at Northern Regional Hospital in Mount Airy after a brief illness. Bill was born on September 9, 1935 in Stokes County, the son of the late Albert Deatherage and Annie Martin Deatherage. Bill was a truck driver for Macfield Industries which later became Unifi. He retired in 2000. After his retirement, Bill enjoyed mowing his grass, and most of all he enjoyed riding his ATV on the family property. Bill is survived by his daughter, Ann Deatherage Ferrelli, husband Joe, and son Lee Deatherage, wife Debbie. His grandson Joseph Ferrelli, wife Carlen, and his granddaughter Amber Deatherage, husband Josh. He is also survived by special grand dogs, Charlie, Phoenix, and Walter. In addition to his parents Mr. Deatherage was preceded in death by his wife Rebecca Tatum Deatherage, sister Betty Lou Deatherage and brother John William (JW) Deatherage. Respecting Bill’s wishes, his service will be private.  Moody Funeral Home in Stuart is handling the arrangements, and online condolences may be sent by visiting www.moodyfuneralservices.com.