Billy Kenneth Littlepage, 72, of Independence, Kansas, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Monday, January 8, 2024..
He was born on February 17, 1951, in Fort Ord, California, to Albert E. and Ruby I. (Baker) Littlepage. Billy grew up and attended school in Peru, Kansas, and completed his education in Sedan with the class of 1969.
In 1972 he married Ginny Beck and they had two sons, Darrin and Billy Don. They later divorced after 18 years of marriage.
In June 1993 he married Louise Beck-Crain and gained three more children.
Billy began his career as a route delivery man for PepsiCo and later found his calling in the fabrication industry. He dedicated 39 years of his life to Hackney in Independence, Kansas, where he retired as a Fabrication Supervisor. Billy's diligent work ethic and unwavering commitment to his role were testament to his humble nature. Outside of his professional life, Billy had a passion for fishing, collecting guns, and watching wrestling. These hobbies brought him immense joy and allowed him to create cherished memories with his loved ones.
Billy is survived by his beloved wife, Louise Littlepage, his sons Darrin (Kelly) Littlepage and Billy Don (Brook) Littlepage; his step-sons, Bobby Crain and Kevin (Stephanie) Crain and step-daughter, Judy (Henry) Shaner. Billy also leaves behind his sisters, Judy (Mick) Palmer, and Connie Floyd, and brother, Johnny Littlepage; his sisters-in-law Kay and Karen Littlepage, thirteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren who held a special place in his heart.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Ruby Littlepage, his brothers Ronnie, Rick, and Steve Littlepage, and his brothers-in-law Rodger Floyd, Ron Siefert, and J.R. Davis; and one great-grandchild.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, from 5:00pm to 7:00 p.m. at the First Southern Baptist Church, 918 West Chestnut Street, Independence, Kansas.
Funeral Service will follow at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, January 11, 2024, at the First Southern Baptist Church in Independence with Chaplain Keith Springer officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence.
The family suggests memorials in Billy's memory to the First Souther Baptist Church or Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice; contributions may be left with the funeral home or mailed in care of David W. Barnes Funeral Home, 306 North Cline Road, Coffeyville, KS 67337.
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David W. Barnes Funeral Home of Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.
