Truman L. Pappy Billings

Mr. Truman L. ?Pappy' Billings, 90, of Johnson City, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2016, in the Cornerstone Village, in the presence of close family. Truman was cared for by special caregiver, Brandi Starnes. Truman was born on October 6, 1925 in Sugar Grove, North Carolina. He graduated from Cove Creek High School. Truman served in the US Army for 14 months during World War II as part of the 101st Airborne Division. He retired from Summers Hardware after 28 years. Truman enjoyed working in his yard and planting flowers. Truman was a member of the Our Savior Lutheran Church. In addition to his parents Truman was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Reba Walker Billings. Survivors include: his son, Leslie Billings and his wife Kathy Billings; sister and brother-in-law, Tiny and Jack Pennell; grandchildren, Ashley Billings and Aaron Billings and his wife Brittany; great granddaughter, Presleigh Billings; nieces and nephews, Kaye Wyatts, Paula and her husband Jerry Eller, and Marty Pennell and his wife Wanda; as well as girlfriend, Berla Smith. Special thanks to all the staff of Cornerstone Village. The family of Mr. Truman L. ?Pappy' Billings will receive friends from 10 to 11 AM Friday, September 16, 2016, in the Morris-Baker Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 11 AM with Rev. Edward W. Myers officiating. The graveside committal service will follow in the Monte Vista Memorial Park. The Boone Dam Post # 4933 will accord military honors.