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William “Billy” Thomas VanVeckhoven

June 23, 1958 - July 11, 2020
Service
Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church
318-322-5168 |
Tuesday 7/14, 2:00 pm

Under current Covid – 19 Guidelines

Charity
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY - MID-SOUTH DIVISION
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A funeral mass celebrating the life of William “Billy” Thomas VanVeckhoven will be held at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, July 14, 2020, under current Covid-19 Guidelines, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with Father Tim Hurd officiating. Billy VanVeckhoven passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2020,Continue Reading

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Larry Golson left a message on July 17, 2020:
John, Mike and family Van, My deepest condolences from the Golsons for your loss and countless blessings for heaven's gain. What a special person Billy was; so many fond memories of Billy especially his acts of kindness on the Bayou Desaird and around Monroe in general. God bless, Larry
Libby Ellis left a message on July 16, 2020:
So sorry to hear the sad news about Billy. He was one of a kind! Loved his energy and passion. Sending my best to all your family.
Bill Lockhart left a message on July 15, 2020:
People remembered are never gone, and Billy will always be with us because he was kind, generous, and a good listener. Billy has simply gone into another room.
Gary Hart left a message on July 15, 2020:
Milburn and the VanVeckhoven family, Jan and I are sorry to learn of Billy's passing. May he rest in peace and may your family be blessed with happy memories of him. Jan and Gary Hart
John Zagone left a message on July 14, 2020:
Billy was a good friend. Lots of memories. You will be missed. May Gods peace be with you.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Carol and Bruce Hanks left a message on July 14, 2020:
We are so sorry for your loss of Billy. He was truly a bright spot wherever he went, especially when talking about his precious grandchildren. He will truly be missed by so many and by our community. You are all in our prayers for comfort and peace.
Aimee and Tim Kane left a message on July 14, 2020:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kelsey and Adam Hudson left a message on July 13, 2020:
We are truly heart broken over billy.. We will remember him as a kind, busy, ambitious man. He will be truly missed by many many people.
Jane Campbell left a message on July 13, 2020:
Gus and I are both very sad and very glad for this news. We both loved him tremendously. Gus has memories of all the fun they shared waterskiing( and other things too I am sure). I have always admired the love this man displayed for everyone and his incredible spirit. It must have been a long painful last six months. So we celebrate his leaving and know we will see him soon. I am sure there will be a great car and a fast boat in heaven with Billy there to show us a good time. But for now we mourn the loss of this friend . We have been praying that he is now seamlessly in heaven.
Debbie (Searcy) Rankin left a message on July 13, 2020:
My deepest sympathy to you, Mary Ann, Chandler & Laine, & the entire Van Veckhoven family. Once very close with you all during my tenure at VanTrow, I felt like extended family in a big way! Still do...extending prayers for peace during this time of loss in your life. Billy was a kindhearted soul. He will truly be missed! With Kindest Regards, Debbie Rankin #keep the faith
Chris Craighead left a message on July 13, 2020:
So sorry to hear of Billy's death! Lifting the VanVeckhoven Family in prayers for comfort and peace. Chris and Debra Craighead
Ann Hart left a message on July 13, 2020:
Mary Ann and family... I feel so fortunate to have watched your family throughout the years. You all have always been in my prayers even though physically we have not been together as much as we were years ago. That seems like a lifetime ago ... then again it seems like just a little while ago. I was with you at the being of Billy’s journey with Cancer, and my sweet girl... you two fought it as hard as any couple I have ever seen. Your children are so very lucky to have had you two as examples of love, life, and the conviction of going through bad as well as good. I’m very lucky to have watched from afar. Billy was such a cute little boy... full of life and curiosity..... he grew to be such a courageous man. God bless you all today and everyday (as he has always). Your friend. Ann
Alan R Mitchell left a message on July 13, 2020:
I'm sorry for your family's loss of Billy
Susan Marcovitz Hatten left a message on July 13, 2020:
My prayers to Billy’s family and especially his wife Mary Ann for always being by his side. Billy was an amazing man!!
Joseph P Farr left a message on July 13, 2020:
Billy was a kind and gentle man, that was a great neighbor and friend for a lifetime....he will be truly missed but he showed us the way to fight the fight and make the BEST of life that you can!!!! with love and sympathy drew and joe farr
Kay Godfrey Walker left a message on July 13, 2020:
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Billy was a wonderful man who will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. May you feel comfort and peace knowing God is wrapping you in His loving arms and knowing Billy is new again and dancing with Jesus.
Michael and Betsy Manship left a message on July 13, 2020:
Mike and I send our deepest sympathy to you, Mary Ann, and your entire family. May you all feel God’s comfort and grace during this most difficult time.
Will Johnston left a message on July 13, 2020:
In memory of William "Billy" Thomas VanVeckhoven, Will Johnston lit a candle
Nancy and Alan Williams left a message on July 13, 2020:
We were so sorry to hear of your loss of Billy. He inspired so many during his illness. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. He was a wonderful man that never met a stranger!
Connie Beavers left a message on July 13, 2020:
Mary Ann, I was shocked to hear about Billy. I did not know his cancer came back. It has been a while since I have seen or talked with ya'll. My prayers are with you and the rest of the family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Amy Jackson dixon left a message on July 12, 2020:
Prayers for all! Loved Billy Van!!!❤️?
Jim Kennedy left a message on July 12, 2020:
My deepest sympathy to the family. May GOD bless your family during this difficult time.
Gayle Searcy left a message on July 12, 2020:
I went to school with Billy and saw him at a high school reunion. Prayers to his family.
Gayle Searcy left a message on July 12, 2020:
I went to school with Billy and saw him at a high school reunion. Prayers to his family.
Larry & Sharon left a message on July 12, 2020:
We're so sorry to hear about Billy, you all are in our prayers. Billy was a wonderful man we're praying for you and your family. Larry and Sharon Braggs
Judy Edmondson left a message on July 12, 2020:
Bill and I are so sorry for your loss. Billy was a wonderful family man. Prayers for you all.
Jimbo and Dawn Hardin left a message on July 12, 2020:
We have wonderful memories of our fun times with Billy and are so sorry for his loss. His was a life well-lived and he was truly blessed by the love of his family and friends. Going forward, the world will be different...Sending warm thoughts and prayers of strength.
Bob & Sandy Sale left a message on July 12, 2020:
We were saddened to hear of Billy’s passing. We will remember him as a gentle and kind man with a big heart... our thoughts are prayers are with the family.
Lisa Herlevic left a message on July 12, 2020:
I am so sorry for your loss.Billy was a very special man who was well respected in our community and will be greatly missed! Prayers for peace and comfort for your family Lisa Herlevic
Betty Gifford left a message on July 12, 2020:
Sorry for your loss. All of you are in my prayers. Rest In Peace my dear friend. I know he will be missed.
Beth Woods left a message on July 12, 2020:
you'll be missed uncle Billy
DIANNE GREEN left a message on July 11, 2020:
Sending love and prayers to all the VanVeckhovens. Billy will be missed by so many people.
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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