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Billy Zale Dodd, Sr.

Billy Zale Dodd, Sr. 76, of Brookhaven went home to be with his Heavenly Father

on August 30, 2020, surrounded by his family. He was born July 29, 1944, to

Wesley Louie Dodd and Lucille Robinson Dodd, in Crystal Springs, MS.

Mr. Dodd was known for his loving heart, playful personality, and generosity.

He was fun loving and had a zest for life. He never met a stranger and could be

counted on to lend a helping hand to those in need.

He married the love of his life, Joan Kathryn Douglas, on April 17, 1965. They were

blessed with a son, Billy Zale Dodd, Jr. and a daughter, Sherri Camille Dodd.

Mr. Dodd was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. He worked hard and

earned many awards during his career as an insurance agent, including a multitude

of trips to destinations such as Hawaii, England, France, and Atlantis. He also became

a member of the prestigious Doctors Club with Physicians Mutual Insurance Company.

He took pride in working in his yard along with tinkering in his shop prior to his illness.

There was hardly an auction that he would miss.

Preceding him in death were his parents; brothers, W.L. Dodd, Jr., and Edwin Irvin Dodd;

and sister, Mary Linda Dodd Townsend.

Survivors include his loving wife of over 55 years, Joan D. Dodd; son, Billy Zale Dodd, Jr.

“Tiger Dodd” and wife, Lisa; daughter, Sherri Dodd Ethridge and husband, Chris; grandson,

Zale Warren Dodd; and sister, Anne Dodd Berry, along with a host of nephews and nieces.

He will be dearly missed by all that knew and loved him. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

The family would like to express appreciation to the Deaconess Hospice staff, who so

faithfully and lovingly cared for him during the final weeks of his life. A special thank you also

to Dr. Ray Montalvo for his care and nurturing through the many years as his doctor.

5 comments

  • Comment Link Larry and Pat Gerdes Thursday, 10 September 2020 11:32 posted by Larry and Pat Gerdes

    May God's peace be with you, Joan, and family. We always enjoyed seeing you guys at every conference and convention. We all really liked that ole rock and roll. Billy was a wonderful person and it was an honor to have known him.
    Larry and Pat Gerdes

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  • Comment Link Ronda Ashley Monday, 07 September 2020 07:50 posted by Ronda Ashley

    Thinking back to all the good time at the Homochitto camps and how Billy was the life of many get togethers. He certainly knew how to celebrate each day. May the joy he gave to others return to your family after your time of sorrow.
    With deepest sympathy,
    Ronda & Kathleen Ashley

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  • Comment Link Sherry Lenoir Brown Saturday, 05 September 2020 10:00 posted by Sherry Lenoir Brown

    Condolences to the family. Praying for your Strength and Comfort

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  • Comment Link Sharon Hodges Friday, 04 September 2020 14:24 posted by Sharon Hodges

    Mrs. Joan, Sherrie, Tiger and family, I am SO sorry to read this! You guys are in my prayers. I love you Mrs. Joan!!!

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  • Comment Link Mary Flynn Nettles Wednesday, 02 September 2020 08:20 posted by Mary Flynn Nettles

    Oh Joan praying for you and family . Even though I haven’t seen y’all in years I remember meeting y’all at 500 Cahal street in Hattiesburg. We were so excited that somebody from ole brook area lived by us!! Prayers for strength in the days and weeks ahead???❤️❤️❤️

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