of Cotter, AR
March 10, 1953 - June 11, 2023
Billy Mitchell Keeter, 70, of Cotter, Arkansas passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023.
Billy was born in Gassville, Arkansas March 10, 1953 to Bill G and Fannie Mae Keeter. Billy was the youngest of three boys; brothers, Kerry, Ricky and Billy.
From a young age, Billy loved being outdoors and getting his hands dirty. He had a love for all things that involved beautiful landscapes. With his family, he was known for building beautiful projects around landscaping. He was an avid sports fan and grew up playing basketball, where he passed the love of the game down to his children. He loved watching his children and grandchildren play various sports in the community and would attend every game he could. He also enjoyed playing travel ragball in his younger years.
He was a reserved man who valued genuine people and would give the shirt off his back to help someone. He gave his heart to Jesus at a young age and rededicated his life to the Lord in recent years and was a member of First Baptist Church in Yellville. He had a soft spot for animals and loved his dog, Ozzie. With his family he was always making jokes and loved to pester the grandchildren, but was one of their biggest fans. He loved with his whole heart and his family was his world. His family describes him as humble, kind, witty, hard working and loved.
Billy is survived by his beautiful wife, Debra Keeter. While attending college in Beebe, Arkansas, Billy came home one weekend and met his beautiful bride to be. Billy and Debra just celebrated 48 years of marriage.
Billy is also survived by his two children; son, Dustin Keeter and wife, Holly Keeter of Bentonville, Arkansas; daughter, Alisha Benedict and husband, Kyle Benedict of Flippin Arkansas; six grandchildren, Maelee Sasser and husband, Caleb Sasser, Marcee Benedict, Olivia Keeter, Madelyn Keeter, Karson Benedict and Hollin Keeter; great grand-daughter, Lilah Mae Elaine Sasser; brothers, Kerry (Louise) Keeter of Bergman, Arkansas and Ricky (Kay) Keeter of Yellville, Arkansas
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill G. and Fannie Mae Keeter.
Billy lives on in the hearts and minds of his loving family and friends.
Visitation will be 1:00 to 2:00 pm Thursday, June 15th at First Baptist Church Yellville.
Funeral service will follow immediately at 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church in Yellville with Bro. Rick Pyron officiating.
Interment will follow at Georges Creek Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Kyle Benedict, Caleb Sasser, Jason Davenport, Cody Methvin, Bryan Benedict and Shannon Schroder.
Honorary pallbearers will be his nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to Georges Creek Cemetery Fund, c/o Nancy Bergeron, 2261 MC 4005, Yellville, AR 72687.
Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville
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26 Condolence(s)
Joyce McCalla
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
So very sorry Debbie and family. Class of 1971 sent a memorial to George’s creek cemetery. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Gwen and Tony Khayat
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Debra,
We just learned about Billy this morning. Please accept our condolences. If we can help you with anything, please let us know.
LaVonne Nichols
Sunday, June 18, 2023
Debra I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and family
Madelyn Carlton
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Debbie and family, Billy was one of the "George's Creek Kids". Save me some rocks to throw and crawdads to catch, Billy! My thoughts are with your family â¤
Marsha (Johnson) Neely
Thursday, June 15, 2023
My heart hurts for your family. Billy's parents and my parents were very good friends and Billy was a year younger almost to the day then me. Remember the times spent in our younger years. I hadn't seen Billy in many years and never knew him as an father and grandfather but I am sure he was one of the good ones because I later became acquainted with his daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you today and the days ahead.
Janet Rorie
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Debbie and family so sorry to hear the passing of Billy. Debbie you've been thru so much my heart goes out to you. You all with be in my thoughts and prayers.
Amy Brown
Thursday, June 15, 2023
He was a good man and made all our lives richer.
Rev. Jonathan C. Reichman
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Our days together in school classes and activities at Yellville-Summit High School have allowed for good memories over the years. May the Lord bring comfort to Billy’s wife and family. “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your Rod and your staff, they comfort me.†Psalm 23:4
Amy Stuart
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Biggest (((Hugs))) to Debbie, Alisha and Dustin. <3
Cindy Collins
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Debbie, so sorry for your loss praying for you and your family.
Nancy Martin
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Debbie and family,
Sending sincere sympathy from our family to yours. Praying for peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Mary Bauss
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Dear Debbie, Dusty, Alisha and other dear family,
My heart aches for you all with Billy's sudden passing. He was a fine man and I know he loved you all so so much. Rejoice in knowing that he has touched the face of God and there is a celebration in heaven. My love and prayers for peace to you all.
Sue Dodd Moll
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
So sad to hear of Billy’s passing! He was in my YSH class of 1971! Praying for his love ones at this difficult time!
Hasty and Dee Williams
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Please accept our sincere condolences, and know your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace and comfort as only HE can.
Cindy Linck
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Debbie and family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.
Tim and Cindy Linck
Verlia Allen
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
So sorry for your loss may he rest in peace and God be with all.of you
Lyla Crawford
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Debbie and kids, I am thinking about your family and sending you big hugs. Billy came and helped me with my yard after I lost Donnie. I guess we talked more on those times than we ever had before. I know the feelings of grief you experience after losing your husband and Dad suddenly. I lost Donnie 20 years ago, six weeks after losing Mom. I will be praying that you can feel the love of the Keeter family and the presence of God's arms.
Laura England
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Dear Debbie, Alisha, and Dusty,
My heart is heavy for all of you. Billy was a good man and worked so hard for his community and his family.
Please know that the most heartfelt prayers are going up for you right now.
May the Lord hold you close and give you strength.
Most sincerely, Laura
Donna Kaye Benton Treat
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Debbie and all the family.
Prayers to all the family. So sorrry to here of Billy’s passing. He is walking the streets of gold.
Roger Gilley
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Sorry to hear of Billy's passing. I have good memories of him from our school days. My condolences to his family.
Connie Patterson
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Joyce Boggam
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
I loved his big smile when I would tell him that he had the most beautiful granddaughters . God bless all of you.
Linda Moreau
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Dear Debbie and family, so sorry to hear of Billy’s passing. Prayers of comfort during this painful time.
Roger Barrett
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Prayers for your family
Sandy Yates
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Prayers for your family
Paula Jackson
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Debbie, Dusty, & Alisha, my heart hurts for you during this time of loss. Billy was a great guy and I will always have good memories of our times together. I will be keeping you in my prayers asking our Heavenly Father to hold you close and bring you comforting peace as you face the days head.