Billy Joe Rogers
January 28, 1935 - April 26, 2017
Billy Joe Rogers, 82 of Walnut Ridge, passed away April 26, 2017 in the Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Born January 28, 1935 in Walnut Ridge; son of the late Harvey Edward and Viola Mae Hart Rogers. He was united in marriage to Odessa Sims in 1959. He served proudly in the U.S. National Guard. He was a Barber at the Whiteway Barber Shop in Walnut Ridge for many years, avid fisherman and of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Odessa of the home; one son, William Kevin (Pamela) Rogers of Walnut Ridge; one daughter, Kimberly Lynne (Danny) Simpson of Walcott; four grandchildren, Harrison Tyler (Marisa) Williams, Seth Michael Williams, William Colton Rogers and Abby Kate Rogers; two great grandchildren, John Henry Williams and Quinn Williams; one sister, Betty Mae Rogers (Jim) Hudson of Conway; and many other relatives and friends. Graveside services will be Friday, April 28, 2017 at 12 P.M. in the Lawrence Memorial Park with Bro. Johnny Shields officiating. Pallbearers will be Tyler Williams, Seth Williams, Colton Rogers, Larry Futrell, Jim Hudson, and Greg Evans. Honorary pallbearers will be Leon Hibbard and Johnny Shields. Visitation will be from 10 A.M. till 11:45 A.M. in the Bryan Funeral Home.
Billy Joe Rogers, 82 of Walnut Ridge, passed away April 26, 2017 in the Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Born January 28, 1935 in Walnut Ridge; son of the late Harvey Edward and Viola Mae Hart Rogers. He was united in marriage to Odessa Sims in... View Obituary & Service Information