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Billy Eugene Vanover Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1937 - 2004 Billy Eugene Vanover Back to top 1937-2004 Billy Eugene Vanover passed away Sunday morning, June 27, at his home in Bellefonte, Ky., after an extended illness. He was born Feb. 1, 1937, in Rush, Ky., to the late Andrew and Margaret Stewart Vanover. Also preceding him in death were three sisters, Mary Smith, Dova Pennington and Lucille Pennington. He is survived by his wife, Carlyn Kendall Vanover, of 47 years; three sisters, Victoria Roberts of Ashland, Ky., and Rosa (Roy) Adkins and Mildred (Dewey) Smith of Flatwoods, Ky.; one brother, Andrew Vanover (Ann) of Melbourne, Fla.; very special nieces and nephews; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Dean and Ivetta Kazee. He was a retired personnel services director for Calgon Carbon Corp. He was a member of Rose Hill Baptist Church, where he was a member of Sunday school, the drama team, and served as church clerk for 12 years. He served four years in the U.S. Air Force with a tour in the Middle East. He was a Kentucky colonel, was a member of Masonic Smith Lodge No. 775 and other Masonic bodies, was treasurer of Ashland Gideon Camp and was a member of Promise Keepers International. Friends may call at the Rose Hill Baptist Church, 1001 Winslow Road, Ashland, on Thursday after 11 a.m. with the funeral service at 2 p.m. Officiating will be Dr. Ronnie Mays, and Pastors Jim Yates and Charles Stewart. Burial will be in Ashland Cemetery Mausoleum and Masonic services will be held at the committal service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rose Hill Baptist Church or School, 1001 Winslow Road, Ashland, KY 41102, or Ashland Gideon Camp, P.O. Box 188, Ashland, Ky. or Carter Avenue Community Church, 2025 Carter Avenue, Ashland, or your favorite charity. Pallbearers will be nephews, Andy Vanover, Mark Pennington, Sean Kazee, Kevin Kazee, Roger Smith and Philip Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be his Florida fishing buddies and brothers in Christ. Services are under the direction of Steen Funeral Home-Central Avenue Chapel. Online condolences may be sent to steenfuneralhomes.com.

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There are currently 9 condolences.

Tom and Joan Vonderheide of Arizona Saturday July 3, 2004 at 12:35 PM

I was wondering why our message was not posted?Please let me know.These are dear friends of ours. Tom and Joan

Tom and Joan Vonderheide of Arizona Wednesday June 30, 2004 at 2:56 PM

Carlyn, We are so saddened by the lost of our good and loving friend, but happy for Bill.Always remember he was such an inspiration to everyone whom entered those doors at Rose Hill and he will always be remembered by Tom and Me. Love you and you are in our prayers always.

Bea Smith Wednesday June 30, 2004 at 1:23 PM

Carlyn: I am so sorry to hear about Bill's death. However, as we all know, with Christians, death is only the beginning of life! You will be in our thoughts and prayers especially these next few days; remember, your memories help us through these times. Bea Smith

Glima Hall Wednesday June 30, 2004 at 1:03 PM

Carlyn, Please know how very sorry I am to hear of Bill's death. Remember to stay close to God and He will provide your comfort in these trying times. I will keep you in my prayers.

Judy & Jerry Roark Wednesday June 30, 2004 at 10:07 AM

Carlyn, Please know that we are so saddened by Bill's death. Time just slips away too fast. I have been thinking and remembering all the good times we had together. You are in my prayers. Judy

Pastor Keith E. McKim Wednesday June 30, 2004 at 8:24 AM

Dear Carlyn, Louise and I wish to express to you our deepest sympathy in the homegoing of Bill. His friendship and Christian example were an inspiration to us. We deeply appreciate your kindnesses over the years; they will never be forgotten. We are comforted with the assurances of Christ that we will meet again one day in Heaven. We trust God's deepest grace will be with you during this time of sorrow.

Wayne & Carole Roberts...Jasper, Indiana Tuesday June 29, 2004 at 11:34 PM

Dear Carlyn: Please know of our sincere sympathy at the loss of Bill. You both were friends and we appreciate you. May God give you peace and comfort is our prayer.

Paul Shrewsbury Tuesday June 29, 2004 at 6:54 PM

Carolyn--Received message today re: Billy's passing. Was saddened for you--happy for him, knowing his Savior. A great guy and will be missed. God bless you in this time, and always.

Thelma Tuesday June 29, 2004 at 5:27 PM

Dear Carlyn, I just learned today of your loss. Words cannot tell you just how much I hurt for you having been there myself not too long ago. I nor you will ever forget-we have lots of loving memories, it takes a long time for the pain to ease, but will never be forgotten. Hang in there, sorry I am not home to be there with you in person but remember my thoughts, prayers and love are with you.

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