Billie Loveday Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Loveday, Billie D. “B”, age 93 of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2022. She was born in Monroe, Michigan on February 16, 1929 to the late Ashley D. and Ruth Linkes. Billie has been reunited with the love of her life, Lee, with whom she spent 66 years together before his passing in 2013. She was also preceded in death by brothers and sister, Ashley D. Linkes, Jr., Joan Heaton, Edith Shockley, David Linkes, Gale Linkes and Lynn Linkes. Becky and Randy (Debi) were blessed beyond words with a strong, loving, family-oriented role model for a mother. Clint (Carla) and Luke (Mandy) were devoted grandsons who were always at her beck and call for love, advice, help and she was always quick to offer her opinion. Her love for Clint and Luke cannot be measured. Her joy and love were only amplified when she was with her great-grandchildren Josie, Jocelyn, Kirsten, Liam and Titus. Also, she was blessed with many devoted dear friends especially Charlotte, Nell and Angie. Survivors also include brothers, Allen and Paul (June) Linkes and several nieces and nephews. Billie retired as Regional Vice President of Stanley Home Products after 34 years. Although she was unable to attend church regularly after Lee died, Billie was still a member of First Baptist Church of Clinton. Special recognition goes to her precious caregivers “Glenna”, Nicole and Ruth. Glenda and Nicole had been with “Ms. B.” for over a year showering her with love and devotion. The family will have a Graveside Service with Dr. Danny Chisholm officiating at the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 2200 E. Governor John Sevier Hwy, 37920 on Tuesday, June 7th at 2:00pm. Pallbearers include Todd, Justin, Jason Linkes and Tony Jr., Dylan and Jacob Shockley. The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 pm at Bridgewater Place, 205 Bridgewater Rd., 37923 from to continue celebrating Billie’s life with food and fellowship. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please donate to the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH, 45250-0301 or dav.org. Online condolences may be made at rosefuneraltn.com.

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Billie Loveday

February 16, 1929 - May 27, 2022