Billy W. Michael, of Troy, Missouri, passed away Sunday December 3, 2017, at the age of 83. Loving husband of 64 years to Anna May Michael; beloved son of the late John D. and Geleen Michael; devoted father of Billie (The Late Leon) Vandermierden, Barbara (Darrell) Coose, Beth (Mark) Turner, and Bob (Margaret nee: Vehige) Michael; cherished grandfather of Erica Sloan, Patrick (Krystal) Vandermierden, Larry (Leann) Meyer, Emily (Adam) Weber, Lance Turner, Tyler Michael, and Dylan Michael; treasured great-grandfather of Kyran, Lexi, Lacey, Blake, Lilly, Colt, Nathan and Luke; dear brother of Carl Michael, Fred (Fran) Michael, and John "Doc" (Margie) Michael, and the late James Michael; dearest brother-in-law to Susan Henry.
Billy retired after more than 33 years with Firestone where he worked as a trouble shooter. He loved horses and he showed Tennessee Walkers for more than 30 years with his family. He enjoyed golfing and going boating at the Lake of the Ozarks. Billy was dearly loved, and will be missed by all who knew him.
Memorial contributions may be made to
Alzheimer's Association.