Billy Sullivan Martin, 72, of Schlater, MS, died January 6, 2025 at his son's residence. Graveside services will be held at 12:30 PM on Thursday, January 9, 2025 in McNutt Cemetery with visitation from 11:00 AM till 12:00 PM at Williams and Lord Funeral Home in Greenwood. Rev. Pete Roncali will officiate the services.

Mr. Martin was born August 8, 1952 to the late Coy Martin and Livinia Wooton Martin. He retired from Buckhorn Plantation after 42 years of service. He loved hunting, fishing, gardening, playing at the casino, and spending time with his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. In the past five years, he never missed a day of spending time with his wife. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Teresa Ann Martin; grandson, Bubba Martin; and two sisters, Jimmie Whatley and Brenda Deck Leman.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patricia Ann Rosa Martin of Schlater, MS; daughter, Deanna Rickles (James) of Greenwood, MS; sons, William Martin (Sherry) of Schlater, MS, and Jerry Martin of Greenwood, MS; brother, Henry Phillips of Indianola, MS; thirteen grandchildren, and 18 great grandchildren.