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Billy Sturgis

Passed 10/25/2022

Obituary For Billy Sturgis

Mr. Billy Anthony Sturgis was born in Rochester, New York, Monroe County on September 11, 1958 to the late Baron Sturgis and Willie Mae Lindell. He entered into eternal rest on Tuesday; October 25, 2022 at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, North Carolina.

Billy was employed as a brick mason for over twenty-five years. He retired from Petty Machine Shop in Gastonia, North Carolina as a janitor. He loved his old school music and a good Sunday dinner. He had a great sense of humor, but he was a hard task master. Billy enjoyed cooking and baking and he loved his dog, Daisy.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Vikki Williams, Quincey Sturgis, Timothy Sturgis and Sandy Sturgis.

Memories shall forever be cherished by his children: Porscha Parks, Billy Parks (Jaquiea) and Octavius Parks, aka Tay; his sisters: Rachel Mills and Sheila Kwok (Peter); nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, other relatives and friends.

Memorial service at the funeral home on Saturday; October 29, 2022 at 11:30 with thirty minute visitation before the service.

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Merdis Totten sent Calming Comfort Bouquet for Billy Sturgis - October 28, 2022

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I'm heart broken to here about my classmate good friend we shared laugh everytime saw each other family rest in peace his safe in GODS ARMS

BILLY WAS A GOOD MAN, WE WORKED AT PETTY MACHINE TOGETHER. HE ALWAYS HAD A LAUGH FOR EVERY THING.A TRUE BROTHER IN CHRIST, I WILL SEE HIM AGAIN SOME DAY IN HEAVEN! GOD BLESS ALL THE FAMILY, SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. PRAYING FOR GOD'S COMFORT FOR YOU ALL ....DEAN & CINDY BRYANT

I had the pleasure and honor of working with Billy for several years. During this period I referred to him and considered him to be my son. That time together brought much happiness to all of my family including our church family. Billy was a good man and was respected by all. Our condolences to the family. He'll be missed. We love you Billy. Mr. John, Mrs. Susan and Miss Ali.

I WORKED AT PETTY MACHINE COMPANY WITH BILLY, WE LAUGHED ALL THE TIME, HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON THIS FACE, AND HE ALWAYS HAD CANDY! MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. BILLY TALKED ABOUT HIS FAMILY ALOT; YOU COULD TELL HE LOVED THEM ALL.I WILL PRAYING FOR ALL OF YOU. GOD BLESS YOU ALL, ANN GHOLSON

I am so sorry for Billy's loss. I was there in the Hospital with him when he passed away. The best brother in law ever. He always kept it real and had a great sense of humor. He always brighten up my day with every visit. Gone too soon but never will be forgotten. Love and miss you Billy.

I am so sorry for my loss. Billy was my brother in Law and he always kept it real and had a great sense of humor. I enjoy spending time and visiting with him. His sense of humor would always made me laugh and brighten my day. Gone too soon but never forgotten.

So sorry to hear of Billy's passing. I was blessed to have known him. My deepest condolences to all of the family. -Ben M.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Gregory Funeral Service | Gastonia, NC

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