of Conway, AR
March 27, 1934 - March 4, 2015
SMSGT Billy D. Burns USAF Retired, 80, of Conway, passed away on March 4th 2015. He was born March 27th 1934, in Yellville, Arkansas to the late Nellie Conrad. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Audie Smith and sister, Bonnie Richardson.
Mr. Burns is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Amalia ''Mollie'' R. Burns; son, Audie Dale Burns (Jenny) of Frisco, Texas; two daughters, Wanda Faye Lar (Mike) and Branda Denise Littleton (David) all of Conway; grandchildren, Adam Burns (Valerie), Molly Johns (Chris), Scott Lar (Holly), Brandon Lar (Brittany), Vicky Henderson (Kevin), Amanda Hartzell (Andrew) and Travis Littleton; four great-grandchildren, Landon Lar, Luke Hartzell, Madison Hartzell and Blake Henderson; niece, Toni Strange (Ronnie); great-niece, Lynette Richardson.
A funeral service will be held at the Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Conway on Saturday, March 7th, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Brother Roy Hill, Pastor Jason Johnston and Pastor Shawn Fason officiating. Entombment will follow at Crestlawn Mausoleum. Serving as pallbearers will be Adam Burns, Travis Littleton, Scott Lar, Brandon Lar, Chris Johns, Andrew Hartzell and Kevin Henderson. Visitation will be 6:00 8:00 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home.
Our prayers are ongoing for the family.
Paulette and I have some very fond memories
of our times together in Jacksonville.
Sorry for your loss. Your are in our prayers and thoughts.
Dear Aunt Mollie, Audie, Wanda and Branda.
What a blessing for me to have Uncle Billy be a part of my life. I have so many memories of all of our fun times together, I will cherish them forever.
There was no doubt that he loved the Lord with all his heart as well as his family. What a glorious day that he's with Jesus and for us to know that someday we will all be together again.
Love and hugs to all of you.
To all the family: much love to you at this time of loss. I loved Mr. Bill and I always felt so proud to be called "one of his girls." He was one of a kind - a special man in my life. He will be sorely missed. God bless you all.
My heart is sad for your loss yet joyful for Bills homecoming. I pray for peace that passes all understanding during this time.
Although we are far apart , Know that we are with you all in Spirit . Aunt Molly & Family , keeping each one of you in My Thoughts and Prayers .. My deepest condolences . Heaven gained a Wonderful Angel upon Uncle Bills Arrival home . Sending many Hugs your way .. May The Grace Of God Comfort each one of you Now and Always .
Our Sweet Ms.Mollie & family, Bobby and I have been very sadden over Mr. Bill's long illness. We know he fought so long & hard, but in the end God always wins the battle. Oh what a happy day it has been for him to see the face of Jesus. But this comfort does not diminish your sadness at his loss. Be it known I have been there and I know it is so hard to deal with, but I know for sure God is with you all.May his comfort complete you. In Christ Love. Bobby & Jackie
Dear Mollie and family,you are all in my thoughts and prayers.I was so blessed to know Mr. Bill and to be one of his girls.He was one of the greatest generation and lived his life as an example we all can follow.Love to you all,Mallory
May the peace and comfort that only God can provide surround you all. I can hear God saying to Bill, " Well done, thy good and faithful servant." Love to you all. Anette Hyde Lewinn
My love and sympathy goes out to all of you...Mr Bill had a very, special, place in my heart...he will be greatly missed. God Bless all of you, Trudie