Billy B. Boyles, age 93, entered into his heavenly home on March 5, 2015.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Ollie and Pearl McMillian Boyles; his sister Sheila B. Stafford; brothers Craig and Deck.  He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Louise Mills Boyles; daughters Karen B. Arrington (John), Pamela B. Jones (Glenn) and one son, William Kelly Boyles; his brother James (Virginia) and sister Elizabeth Stone, both of Cumberland; grandchildren Jason Jones (Cameron), Justin Jones and Sara Arrington; one great-grandson Logan Samuel Jones and many nieces and nephews.

Billy was known for his height of 6'8'.  Though it kept him from joining military services, he helped in the war effort by driving buses, taxis and carrying soldiers to their destinations, working on building camps and barracks.

After marriage, he began to farm, making a life and home for his family.  Billy was a 30 year member of the Ruritans and a loyal member of Amelia Baptist Church for over 80 years, serving as a deacon, Sunday school teacher, director, choir member and Grounds committee member.  He and Louise enjoyed motorcycle riding and traveling to the mountains.  He was a loving, faithful husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.  He served his Lord in every way, was a good neighbor, friend and a kind and gentle man.

The family will have visitation on Sunday March 8, 2015 from 2-4 p.m. at Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home, 16409 Court St. in Amelia, followed by a service Monday March 9, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home.  The service will be followed by interment at Amelia Presbyterian Cemetery with a luncheon following at the Amelia Baptist Ministry Center.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Amelia Baptist Church or the Amelia County Rescue Squad.