Billy Griswell

Billy Wayne Griswell, son of James Roy and Shelby Smith Griswell, was born May 26, 1955, in rural Oran and departed his life Saturday, June 1, 2024, at his home in Oran at the age of 69 years, surrounded by his wife, daughter, son and dog.

He worked for many years as manager of Harville Lures in Henderson, Tennessee. He retired as property manager of Wright Properties in Cape Girardeau. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, going to the casino and river, kayaking and taking his dog for golf cart rides.

On Nov. 17, 1980, he was united in marriage to Sherry Cobb in Florance, Alabama. She survives of the home.

In addition to his wife, survivors include one son, Corey Griswell of Oran; one daughter, Christa (Cory) Hahn of Oran; two brothers, Charles Griswell of Oran and Terry Griswell of Bloomfield; three sisters, Jearldine Urhahn of Sikeston, Mary Daniels of Bloomfield and Rosa Knotts of Oran; five grandchildren, Camden, Clayton and Chloe Hahn, Aubree Griswell and Colt Griswell; and his beloved chihuahua, Rico.

Besides his parents, Billy was preceded in death by one brother, Clifford Griswell; one sister, Donna Griswell; and one granddaughter, Chelbie Hahn.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, at Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel in Oran.

Funeral will be at noon Thursday, June 6, at the funeral home, with the Rev. Zak McIntyre officiating. Interment will follow in New Morley Cemetery.

Online condolences may be shared at www.amick-burnettfuneralchapels.com.