Billy Roe Austin

Billy Roe Austin, age 57, departed this life on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 2:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home with Bro. Carl White officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service, November 9, 2024, from 1:00 PM until time of service at 2:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home.

Billy Roe Austin, born on October 30, 1967, in Brownsville, TN, passed away on November 5, 2024, at the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. He was a dedicated mold tech at Lasco Fittings, where he was known as an efficient and dependable worker.  Billy Roe attended Haywood High School, his life was marked by his commitment to his family and community. He possessed a caring and giving nature, evident in the love he shared with his children and all those who had the privilege of knowing him. Known for his ability to bring joy to others, he had a talent for making people laugh and will be long remembered as a happy and funny friend.

Billy Roe is survived by his beloved family, including his partner, Charlotte Forsythe; his two sons, Wesley Austin and Joseph Austin (Courtney); and four daughters, Jessica Siler (Brian), Brandie Stephens (John), Kara Ferrara, and Shian Nathanial. He also leaves behind one brother, Kim Allen Austin (Tina); three sisters, Reba Nell Austin, Shelia Kay Austin, and Janet Fay Tinsley; and nine cherished grandchildren, Brian, Jr., Kaylee, Cayla, Carley, Callie, Gintry, Chloie, Jakob, and Mia.

He was preceded in death by his parents, O.B. and Martha Nell Austin; two brothers, Thomas Earl (Tommy) Austin and Jesse Lee Austin; and one sister, Betty Sue Norris.

All arrangements and services are under the direction of the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home in Brownsville, TN.