Billie Lafever

Billie LaFever

Billie Ray LaFever, age 56, passed away suddenly on June 4, 2023, at his residence in Sparta, Tennessee. Born on January 10, 1967, in Ferndale, Michigan, Billie was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Billie was predeceased by his parents, Ray and Therese LaFever; grandparents, Beecher and Bertha LaFever, and John and Irene Van Boemel; sister, Shirley McKee, and granddaughter, Jasmine Shockley. He is survived by his wife, Connie (Phy) LaFever; children, Tiffany Shockley, Adam LaFever, and Dixie Griggs; grandchildren, Blake Shockley, Paris Shockley, Golden Poole, Gia’Bella Law, Jaxson Griggs, and Kingston Burton; brother and sisters, Danny LaFever, Donna Cope, and Diana LaFever; father and mother-in-law, Johnny and Irene Phy; brother-in-law, Michael Phy; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Throughout his life, Billie was a dedicated and hardworking individual. He was a skilled carpenter and installer, working with Crown Windows and Siding (now Crown Properties) for more than 25 years. His work ethic and humble nature left a lasting impression on all who had the pleasure of working with him.

Graveside services for Billie will be at 3 p.m. Saturday June 10 at Perkins Cemetery.