Jim Rush Funeral Homes
Created a Tribute Video in memory of Billy Mac Officer.
Billy Mac Officer
Birth date: Apr 4, 1940 Death date: Feb 25, 2024
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Billy Officer, 83, a life-long resident of Cleveland passed away February 25, 2024. He was the son of the late Clyde and Margaret Officer and was also preceded in death by his brother, Jackie Warren Officer. Mr. Officer attended Bradley Central High School. After he left school he started working at different grocery stores in the area, including M.C. Headrick, Red Foods and Bi Lo Stores. He also worked for Whirlpool for many years. He was an avid hunter. He would hunt deer and wild hogs and was also a member of the NRA. He was a founding member of the Cleveland Hunting, Rifle and Pistol Club. With everything he worked for and accomplished in his life, his family meant the most. He attended Family Worship Center. Survivors include his loving wife of 66 plus years, Pauline Officer; daughters, Linda Epperson, Debbie Bivens (Daren), Lisa Knight (Steve) and Kristie Bruce (Gary); grandchildren, Brandi Epperson, Robert Epperson (Natalie), Heather Epperson, Josh Curtis (Cori), Joel Curtis (Heather), Nikki Wilcox (Buck) and Justin Bruce (Amanda); 22 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. The family will receive friends Thursday, February 29 from 5 until 8 pm at Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services Wildwood Avenue Chapel. You can share your memories and condolences with Mr. Officer's family by going to his memorial page at www.jimrushfuneralhomes.com.Read Obituary
Deena (Maddux)
He was a cherished friend of both my parents, Dennis and Louise Maddux. They had a friendship that spanned many decades. May you find comfort since he passed.
Marilyn Kinne
Billy Mac was so much fun....I truely enjoyed getting to know him and Pauline when you came to Kinser Church...you have my prayers.
Colby Johnson
Wow! I’m just learning of this.. Pauline I’m so sorry for your loss! Haven’t been in 7yrs.. but for 13yrs-yall were Greatest neighbors, I’ve ever had!! He was such a good, compassionate, God loving man & loved his family/friends! Sorry for the families loss!! Love ya Pauline
Colby, Curtis, Shayla, Tyson Bullard
Luther Tinsley
Billy Mac was a great friend. We first met in high school and we worked together at MC Headrick’s. We fished and hunted together and had a great time. Pauline, I remember when you and Bill were married. I am sorry for the family’s loss and I look forward to seeing my good friend Bill in Heaven. Luther Tinsley
Gary Bruce
Papaw, I want to thank you for all of the stories and wonderful memories. Thank you for not only being a great father-in-law but also, my friend. I will miss you greatly. Love you and I will see you again. Love, Gary Bruce
Mike Thomas
My thoughts and prayers are with the Officer family during this time. Bill and Pauline were great friends to my Mom and Dad and I have always appreciated that. My Dad had a lot of friends, but I know that Bill was at the top of the list. So many times he would share stories with me of their adventures hunting and fishing and Bill's supurb marksmanship. Bill was one of the nicest, friendliest folks I have ever met, and you could tell it was genuine and from his very nature. I know Pauline and family will miss him greatly, but I also know that he is now in a better place and no longer in any pain. God bless you all.
Mike Thomas
Gail Elliott
in honor of Billy.
Your Dad and Mom would always stop and talk to Mom when she worked at Walmart. Mom loved talking to them. Prayers for all.
Mae and Gail Elliott
Nettie Officer
Billy Mac Officer, my husband, was a very unique man. I don't think he ever met a stranger. He worked in places where he came in contact with lots of people and always made friends quickly. He loved his family and they loved him dearly. He was the love of my life and I'm looking forward to the day that I will be re-united with him in heaven! I love you, my country bumpkin! Love, your wife of 66 years, Pauline
Bruce Mccracken
Condolences and prayers for you and your family. I always enjoyed being around him and also working with him at Red Foods. He was a dear friend to my father and mother, and always nice to the McCracken children. He always enjoyed crushing my hand whenever we would shake hands. We was an excellent marksman and knife sharpener. I will always remember him fondly. God bless you as you grieve your loss.
Respectfully,
Bruce McCracken
Kristie Bruce
oh Daddy, my heart hurts so bad! I have learned so many things from you over my lifetime, but hindsight is 20/20 in some instances. I remember when I was a young adult and you called me an underachiever. Forgive me for thinking that you were being mean to me because now I realize that you knew what it would take to push me to do something with my life. Forgive me for thinking you didn't love me just because you didn't say it often when I was younger because you showed me that you loved me instead. I was able to witness the change that took place in your heart over the years when you finally started going to church with Mama. It was a slow progress over time, but it taught me and reminded me of Gods mercy and grace that are new every morning and that being on the Potters wheel is a lifetime thing. Forgive me for thinking that you were being selfish these past few months, because you would not go to the doctor or let anyone help you. Now I know that you were only hanging on to every last moment with your wife of 66 plus years, in your home with her, and with your family. You have taught me so much over the course of my life but when you left this world, so suddenly, I was overwhelmed with the realization of so many things that I thought I knew but didn't. Thank you for everything you ever did for me. For loving me and for loving Mama and worshiping the ground she walked upon. You were truly one of a kind and my life will never be the same without you here. I am SO grateful that I know where you are and that you are whole and that your legs are perfect now and that you are no longer in any pain and that I WILL see you again someday. Til we meet again in heaven. Kiss Grandma for me. Love, your baby girl.
Lisa Knight
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