Billy Eason, 65, of Dover, died Dec. 2, 2015.
He graduated from Turkey Creek High School in 1968. He worked 19 years for Gardinier Phosphate Mine, where he was the president of the Electrical Union. After that, he was a security guard with Securitas for Mosaic Industries. He was a member of First Baptist Dover and was a University of Florida fan.
He is survived by his sister, Linda Crosby (Jerry); nephews, Justin Crosby (Deidra) and Ryan Crosby (Maria); great-niece, Audrey Anna; and great-nephews, Jonathan, Anthony and Noah.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Mable Eason.
A service was held Dec. 7 at First Baptist Dover.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to the First Baptist Dover Building Fund, First Baptist Dover, 3223 Gallagher Road, Dover, Florida 33527.
Online condolences may be made at WellsMemorial.com.