He was 88. . He was kind to my Dad, Joseph Kohn, who flew out to Chicago in 2011 to attend a Sox-Tigers Game with him; even though we had tickets; he got us all in the Gold Coast Ticket seats with his wife Gloria. I remember watching Billy Pierce as a kid back in the 50's and he became my favorite pitcher. Billy was born April 27, 1943 in Caruthersville, Missouri, a son of Robert and Sudie Mae (Kirk) Pierce. His most recent passion was motorcycles, and he spent countless hours working on the bikes and immersing himself in everything related to riding them. I can't ever remember when a "kid" would knock on his door and ask Billy to give him a few pointers on pitching & Billy would always come out and help him. I recall so many memories of playing baseball with Billy Jr. at EPCHS and your dad was there, rooting us on. Online condolences may be made at:. Pierce died after a battle with gall bladder cancer, said his family and the White Sox. I had the great pleasure of meeting Mr. Pierce as an adult. To Billy - You are my all-time favorite pitcher and I could not have chosen better. BILLY PIERCE OBITUARY. Sign the Guest Book. May God bless you always. William E. "Billy" Pierce, 56, of Owensboro, KY passed away on Sunday, February 19th, 2023 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. I thank his family for allowing the White Sox fans to share him in all our memeories. May God comfort you during this difficult time. William Pierce Obituary It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of William Pierce of Owensboro, Kentucky, who passed away on February 19, 2023, leaving to mourn family and friends. You were the best. Sign the Guest Book. For any students in need of support or assistance, the Division of Student Life provides a variety of resources. Billy W. Pierce (Mr. Bill), age 88, of Van Buren, formerly of Russellville died Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at his home. A great loss to many white sox fans and friends, I and my friends were honor to have many lunches with Billy at Hackneys in Palos Park listing to stories of him rooming with Nellie Fox working out with Detroit Red wing goalie Terry Sawchuk players like Jim Landis. Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Jul. May God bless and comfort his family and friends. (1 Peter 5:6,7). Sign the Guest Book. 1927 - 2015. He was 88. . A man who started as a baseball hero of my youth became a hero on a much higher level. He will join God's team fighting against the devil's team and I guarantee one thing and that is Billy will never lose. He had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed making people laugh. He always was helpful and so knowledgeable and I feel he helped me understand the game, which allowed me to continue to play in college. Mary Anthony (Darien, IL). Billy Pierce. Monday, December 28, 2020 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. In Sympathy and friendship, Laura Kittle. He loved his Red Man Chew. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. He and Marlene covered all but three of the contingent states of the U. S. and 2 provinces of Canada. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Friday, March 26, at the First United Methodist Church in West, with Dr. John. I'm now 71 and I still tell the story of how I met the Great Billy Pierce. Bobby, Patti, ands Billy and Gloria..I was honored to be taught baseball from such a sweet man. During his time as a goaltender for St. Marks, he participated in Hockey for a Cause charity games each year. May he rest in peace. He threw four one-hitters and seven two-hitters in his career and was just one out away from throwing a no-hitter on June 27, 1958, against the Washington Senators. Share. Find an Obituary. I have never known a finer man than Bill. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. Billy lived in Evergreen Park for many years, his home was about a block from the Little League Baseball Field. Met Billy many years ago when he was our celebrity golfer at a MLB Alumni Golf outing. I remember as a young boy, Billy came each year to the Back of the Yards Free Fair on White Sox Night. He was 88. . Menu. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. Pierce was born April 2, 1927, in Detroit and grew up in suburban Highland Park, Michigan, where he played high school baseball and signed with the Tigers when he was just 17. Sympathy Ideas. I hope that all your good memories of him will bring you comfort when you need it the most. Find an Obituary. Billy Pierce is the Greatest Pitcher to M.L.B. My condolences to the whole Pierce family, especially my old school mates Bill & Patty. He is survived by his wife of 55. He was a lay Baptist Minister, having Pastored churches in the Birmingham and Mud Creek Associations. He is survived by : his wife Marlene Pierce of Follett; and his sister-in-law Lillian Pierce. To download this photo, the file name must have less than 255 characters. Submit an Obituary. Death Summaries. Note: These are general guidelines; some florists may not be able to operate within these timelines. Sympathy Ideas. Terms of Service apply. What a class act! Thank you for many wonderful baseball memories! Billy Pierce was the greatest picher the White Sox ever had. It is very sad that the UDel community lost such a bright young man. He never gave up. A virtual service will be held at that time.Billy was reared in O'Donnell, Texas until joining the U.S. Navy in 1952. Add a Memory. Learn & Prepare; Funeral Homes; Create an Obituary; . May you find comfort, peace and joy in God's loving promise (Acts chapter 24, verse 16) during times of sorrow. Sympathy Ideas. To the Pierce Family - My heart goes out to you. He was 88. . Many great memories of Bill and FM.. Order by 3:00PMThe day before. A great baseball gesture when Bill came on the field for the last Tiger Stadium game. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. Pallbearers will be Brian Nye, Andrew Harrison, Darren Overton, Dennis Gaskin, Jerry Faulkner, Leslie Collins, and Cade Harrison. He was kind to my Dad, Joseph Kohn, who flew out to Chicago in 2011 to attend a Sox-Tigers Game with him; even though we had tickets; he got us all in the Gold Coast Ticket seats with his wife Gloria. I thank his family for allowing the White Sox fans to share him in all our memeories. Humble, gracious and he always greeted you as if you were his best friend. Search by Name. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Billy W. (Mr. Bill) Pierce, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store. Billy Pierce. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. 1927 - 2015. Prayers and thoughts are with your family in the loss of your husband, father, grandfather. He loved playing basketball and fishing. Billy called on me when I worked at Zenith Electronics formally Zenith Radio. DEAREST GLORIA AND FAMILY , OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES AND LOVE TO YOU ON OUR LORD TAKING BILL TO SPEND ETERNITY WITH HIM . He was denied when pinch-hitter Ed Fitz Gerald sent a double landing just inside the foul line. It was an honor to work with him in his new profession at that time. Share. Search by Name. He had been working part-time at the Shop Rite in Glasgow, Delaware, while studying to be an accountant. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. He is survived by his sister, Stacy (Donnie) Bunch, nephews Derek (Lisa Bland)Tucker and Kevin C. Tucker. Degree there, later his Master of Administration plus 18 hours toward his PHD at East Texas State University.While at WTSU, he met his future wife, Marlene Sperry of Follett. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of William Pierce of Owensboro, Kentucky, who passed away on February 19, 2023, leaving to mourn family and friends. CHICAGO (AP) Billy Pierce, a seven-time All-Star pitcher who played in two World Series and spent most of his 18 years in the majors with the Chicago White Sox, died Friday. Last name. He was like the perfect role model for us kids. That never changed even after he left playing baseball. (Romans 15:33). He was preceded in death by his father, Paul William Pierce, mother, Bonnie A. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Walt Czornyj Chicago southwest side. I hope that all your good memories of him will bring you comfort when you need it the most. Sign the Guest Book. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. God Bless him; God Bless his wife Gloria and the entire Pierce Family. Grief Support. Bill was born on December 6, 1932, at his parents' home in Arden, DE, to Mildred Cannon. WE SO ENJOYED BEING A PART OF JIM AND KAY 'S DINNER PARTIES , PLAYING TABLE GAMES , TALKING ABOUT OUR FAMILIES , LIFE IN GENERAL AND BASEBALL WITH YOU AND BILL AND THE OTHER GUESTS . Students in need are encouraged to reach out to theCenter for Counseling and Student Development (302-831-2141). Sympathy Ideas. Billy was a great ballplayer, an even better person. Prayers and thoughts are with your family in the loss of your husband, father, grandfather. Grief Support. As a youngster, Billy was my favorite player. I was in awe of him. Obituaries Section. Franklin B. Friends encouraged him to use his G.I. We've lost a very good baseball player but an even better person. Share. Perhaps more importantly, it was Billy's kind and encouraging words to every kid he spent time with that truly made him the very caring and special individual to me and to all those those who had the honor and privilege of meeting and knowing such a true gentleman. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. BILLY PIERCE OBITUARY Lubbock- Billy George Pierce was born in O'Donnell, Texas to Jones and Edna Pierce August 26, 1934. He is also survived by host of nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews and great-grand nieces and nephews. My sympathies, Gloria. The left-hander played for Chicago from 1949 to 1961, starting three All-Star games in the mid-1950s. My condolences to the Pierce Family. Menu. May God comfort you during this difficult time. Billy worked as a truck driver for several trucking companies, including Gibson, Fisher, and Watrin. Mr. Pierce is survived by his wife of 62 years, Gwen Pierce of Van Buren; one son, Brent Pierce of Fayetteville; two daughters, Tammy Grisham (Gary), of Alma and Jana Nye (Brian), of Rudy; three granddaughters, Megan Harrison (Andrew), Amber Overton (Darren), and Rachel Nye; and six great-grandchildren, Cade, Gunner, Porter, and Truitt Harrison and Coleman and Bennett Overton. He was 88. . It really was a thrill to throw around that league ball, and I've been throwing ever since." God has a very special place for Billy in Heaven. Skip to content. Sympathy Ideas. Would you like to offer William Pierces loved ones a condolence message? His No. Billy was so much fun during our early morningclass and had an impact on each of his classmates. He was predeceased by : his parents, Jones Pierce and Edna Pierce; and his siblings, Jones R. Pierce, Jr., Robert L. Pierce, Charles R. Pierce, Harold V. Pierce, Betty Lou Cook, Jean Vulgamore, Mary Rogers, Nancy Harper and Lula Pierce. Grief Support. CHICAGO (AP) Billy Pierce, a seven-time All-Star pitcher who played in two World Series and spent most of his 18 years in the majors with the Chicago White Sox, died Friday. The devil 's team and i 've been throwing ever since. recall so many memories Bill., and Watrin impact on each of his classmates our Sympathy Store, gracious and became... 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