Billy R Martin, Sr. 85 of Greenwood, MS, lost a courageous battle with Covid-19 on Friday, July 10, 2020.

Billy was a lifelong and devoted member of The United Methodist Church.  He received an honorable discharge from the US Navy, and he had a long career in the wholesale grocery business where he made many devoted friends. Billy was a wonderful and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He had a passion for sports and hunting.  His biggest passion and love, other than his family and grandchildren, was his beloved dogs, with too many to count. Mr. Martin was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Carpenter Pyron; father, Robert Martin, and a sister, Jeanette Pyron Werby.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Dorothy J DuBard Martin of Greenwood, MS; children, Billy (Bill) R Martin, Jr of Ridgeland, MS, Tony A Martin (Gail) of Greenwood, MS, Timothy W Martin (Barry) of Jackson, TN, Teresa J Martin James (Matt) of Blackhawk, MS, and Christopher L Martin of Greenwood, MS.  He is also survived by his sister, Anne Martin McDaniel of Greenwood, MS; brother, Lynn Pyron of Greenwood, MS; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, July 14, 2020 in Evergreen Cemetery in North Carrollton. The Rev. Eddie Carpenter will officiate the services. Military rites will be performed by The American Legion Post # 29. The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Michael Boler

Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church in Greenwood.  Williams and Lord Funeral Home is in charge. Online guestbook may be signed at www.williamsandlord.com