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William Everett “Billy” Carlson
June 22, 2010
William H. “Billy” Carlson passed away Sunday, June 20, 2010.
Billy Carlson was born in Pensacola, Florida on January 29, 1980. He graduated from Tate High School in 1998 and attended Pensacola Junior College. Billy worked as a residential home designer at Today’s Homes, Billy was no ordinary employee. His wonderful artistic talent and dependability led his employer Jim Bozeman to remark that he felt like Billy was part of his family.
Billy’s ambitious pursuit of a career in acting and modeling led to a number of successes which included various photo shoots and spreads in local and regional publications, television commercials, runway modeling, and an appearance in the movie, “Final Destination”. His commitment to this career led to an unparalleled dedication to personal health and fitness. He could often be found in the gym three times a day, five to six days a week.
Billy’s love for refurbishing cars and trucks was first triggered by his father’s gift of a ’56 Ford pick-up. Subsequently, he built and renovated various show cars and hot rods. His two most favorite vehicles, a GMC truck and a Camaro convertible will be displayed at the viewing and funeral.
Along with his love for cars and automobiles, Billy loved to help others. There was no task too large or challenge too difficult for Billy. He was extremely creative, thoughtful, and resourceful. He loved his friends and family, and lit up a room whenever he entered. He would do anything for anyone. His self-sacrificial nature has resulted in a great multitude of friends and family that loved him so much.
Preceding him in death were his grandparents; Mr. Raymond William Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Melatt, Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Everett Carlson, and his best friend; Brian Carter.
Survivors include his parents; Dennis and Peggy Carlson, his brother; Scott Carlson, his sister; Shelly James (Michael), his grandmother; Mary Jones, his great aunt and uncle; Mr. and Mrs. Billy Sam Newton, his great aunts; Mrs. Gervis Jones and Mrs. Mona Pond, numerous aunts and uncles; Jerry Jones, Larry Jones, Mike Jones, Tommy Jones, Doug Jones, Susan Escobar, Kathy Adams, Nancy Frank and Steven Carlson, his special friend; Regina McKinley along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North-Cantonment with Rev. David Wiggins officiating.
Serving, as pallbearers will be; Jason Baltimore, Beezer Beczakowski, Daniel Carnley, Daniel Cook, Dale Nelson and Jeff Wiggins. Honorary pallbearers will be; Scott Carlson, Steven Carlson, Jerry R. Jones, Larry Jones, Tommy Jones, Mike Jones and Doug Jones.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, June 23, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Our son will be a source of pride forever and we will miss him deeply.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home, 1000 Highway 29 South Cantonment is in charge of arrangements.
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25 Responses to “William Everett “Billy” Carlson”
I just heard about this yesterday, and feel I need to give my heartfelt condolences to the family. I too lost a son to a drunk driver and the pain is just too overwhelming for me at times so I know how you are feeling. My son was killed 3/15/08 and was the same age born 1980 the driver was only charged with a dui.If any family member of Billy’s wants to talk with our family let us know. God be with you and yours.
Billy, you will forever be in our hearts, you will continue on in those who love you. We will never forget your shine and the smile on your face! Rest now, and one day we’ll see you again..
Peggy and Dennis,
I cannot pretend to imagine your pain through these times. To borrow/paraphrase a line from President Lincoln, during the Civil War:
“I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have” raised such a exemplary person.
You two, and all the extended friends and family did a spectacular job, and we are all thankful for the time we did have with Billy.
-dan overbey
Its just so hard watching such a young wonderful man pass away and Mr.& Mrs. Carlson my prayers go out to you I know today will be hard for everyone who loves him but we have to think of the good times & know he is in a better place!!! We love you Billy boy!!!!
For the first time I am at a loss for words….Finding out the news about Billy’s death has been a very rude awakening that has made me realize that nothing is promised in this world, and to live everyday to it’s fullest! My heart goes out to Billy’s family and friends may you all find peace.
I am so incredibly sad that I will not be there for the services so I wanted to share a simple word that will FOREVER allow me to think Of Billy. “Smile” that was my immediate reaction every time he walked in a room!! He was truly more than words can ever describe & I am missing him dearly…..
I pray for peace to you & your family Billy……Always!
Our thoughts and prayers are with Billy’s family and everyone whose life Billy touched. His sincerity is what made him shine so much. He could definitely light up a room with his smile. There are very few people you meet in life that make such an impact on you and Billy was that person. Heaven has certainly gained a special angel.
I went to turn on my light in my bathroom last night and it did not come on right away. It’s about to short out like my other bathroom did. I thought to myself, “Better call Billy and get him over here to help me fix it” (we spent over two hours trying to figure out the last one due to 40+ year old wiring). Then it really hit me that he would never be coming over again. Such a great person has been taken from us and he will be missed. My prayers go out to all of his family and friends. May he rest in peace…
First of all, thank you Mr. Dennis and Mrs. Peggy for the amazing blessing you gave to this world in your son, Billy.
Billy, you was always one of the corner stones in everything we did as a group. We were more than just a group of friends, we were like family. And like such, we will miss you so much. Although your time here was so short, you touched so many lives. And forever will remember you and cherish you like one of our own.
You were an inspiration to many of us when you was with physically with us, and now, it’s obvious, you’re still an inspiration to all of us, in how to become someone loved by so many for being how you were.
Thank you brother, we love you.
-Nelly
“It’s only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth — and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up — that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had.”
This, I feel Billy did every day!
Thank you Mrs. Peggy and Mr. Dennis for raising such a wonderful man! Our prayers are with you!
Billy, I can see your halo and you are so beautiful!
Billy,
Thank you for being a part of our lives. You have inspired us time and time again……
Your love, Your friendship, Your sincerity is unmatched!!!
Mr. Dennis and Mrs. Peggy, Thank you for raising such a blessing!
~DRE~
billy you were more than a friend , you were a brother and im miss you soo much my friend. you were one of kind , and i know there will be no other. if i ever needed u, u were just a phone call away. u persuaded me to do numerous adventures that u stood side by side with me , giving me that positive energy. i thank you, i’ll miss that special friendship and that happy person that lived life to the fullest. today im goin to walk with my head high, and put a smile on my , cause that the way i want to remember my friend and brother. love you man….
Billy was the nicest guy you would ever meet. He was caring and loving. He made everyone he came in contact with feel specail. Thank you to Billy’s parents for raising such a great guy. Words can not express the sadness that has swept over all of his friends. It seems we are in some kind of fog that we can’t come through. I think we should all learn from Billy’s life he was always smiling.
Smile on Billy you will be always remembered and greatly missed. Becky
Billy had a way of putting a smile on your face even when you didn’t want to smile.I would always look forward to what Halloween costume he would come up with next.Now,they will will never be the same.I’m a better person for having known you and your memory will forever live on.Until we meet again….
Mr. Dennis and Mrs. Peggy, thank you so much for you son. You should be very proud parents. You couldn’t have done a better job raising such a wonderful person. Billy had a way of making you laugh, he always had a smile on his face and would give you the shirt off his back. He is going to be deeply missed. Just know that God has a great angel in his army now. We love you and are praying for you.
My deepest Sympathy goes out to Billys family… Our group of friends has really pulled together and as a team we will all get through this, When I walked into my office today the Sunshine came through the blinds and made a perfect cross of the wall, I knew it was Billy shining through. He will always be with us and around us. Heaven Sure got an Angel… I love you Billy…
Love Brandy
“•What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we…” Angela Sasser (Pensacola, FL)
Billy was without a doubt, the best person I have even known. His charm, charisma, and generosity drew people to him. He had the most beautiful heart and soul and I will forever miss him. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with his family as he has moved on from this life to the next. I’ll see you again someday ‘dorkfish’……until we meet again.
Much love,
Amy
The first thing I feel I must do is say THANK YOU to Billy’s Parents, it’s because of you all of us found a true friend.
I can’t say it enough, Billy is an amazing person/friend. We will miss him but I know he will be watching from above wishing we were all there with him. Even if you met Billy one time you became a friend, he had a way about him to make you feel special. The world will not be the same with out Billy, he will be forever missed and loved. He is in a much better place now and is watching over us and this is what will get us through.
You don’t know how beautiful you are but BEAUTIFUL Billy….is all that you could be!
My heart is broken and I will miss you more than you know but the lord needs you, his Angel with him in heaven, so spread your wings and fly my friend, your memory will live on! I love you Billy!
Billy … You are indeed possibly the sweetest person I have ever met .. You can never do any wrong .. I will miss you for ethernity .. I luv you buddy .. Than
k you for all the wonderful memories
Billy, you will always hold a large part of my heart. Your spirit and soul are the purest that I have ever known. I will forever miss you. My thoughts and prayers are with the family always. May the lord embrace you with his love and guide you through this time.
I saw the most perfect rainbow this morning set against the darkest, stormiest sky… and then I smiled.
Three days later and we’re all still in shock. We may have lost a friend, but truly gained an angel. We’ll miss you Billy…
Love, Ginger
You will be missed.. RIP Billy
Billy is the most amazing person ‘anyone’ could have ever met. He always had people smiling, laughing, etc. it was an honor to de his friend. We didnt just lose a close firend. We lost a family member. We will always and forever love you Billy. Love Jason & Edie
Even though I haven’t known Billy as long as others have, I felt like I did. This article is beautifully written and it truly sounds like the Billy I met 4 years or so ago… He truly was an extraordinary and remarkable person… He is one of a kind… I would like to say Thank You to his parents for raising such a perfect angel… and although he may be gone from this earth, he will never be forgotten and he is always here with us in spirit… We love you Billy and we will miss you dearly!