Mr. & Mrs. Venable and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I attended Ridgecroft with Billy. Even though I have not seen him in about 5 years, I always remember him as being so outgoing, full of jokes, and laughter. He always knew how to make everyone around him laugh. There was a never a dull moment when you were with him.
I know this is a very dificult time for you. I pray that God will be with you, comfort you, and help you deal with this terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely,
Celeste Lewis Baisey
Ridgecroft School
Class of 1983

While working at Williamston Yarn Mill, I had the pleasure of working with both Billy and Mr. Venable through E.M.S. My prayers are now with the Venable family during this difficult time. May you lean on God, family and friends to help ease your pain and bring peace. May your heart be filled with fond memories of your son / brother, Billy.

Dear Ernie and Jennie, Our hearts were saddened to hear about your son's death. Please know that you will remain in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult days. Love Aubrey & Jane Wright

My thoughts and prayers are with you at such a time in your life. The Venable family has always been and will be a insperation to me. May God be with you in these trying times.

Richard Jernigan

I'm very sad to hear about Billy. I remember him as a very funny guy who loved family and friends. Even though I lost contact with Billy after graduation, I keep the memories of spending weekends with him and his parents at the river home and their home in Ahoskie. We spent hours riding his motor cycle and go-cart, fishing and general mayhem. Both of us enjoyed shaking up our sodas so we could enjoy drinking the ‚??foam‚?ù.
Even though are hearts are broken from this, we all should find comfort that he has gone to a better place and one day, we will see him again in the glory of God.
God bless the family and friends of Billy. May the Lord bring comfort and peace to each one of us.

Mark Parker
Class of ‚??83‚?ù

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Billy brought so many smiles and laughs to the Ridgecroft Class of 1983 and will certainly be missed by all of us! God must have needed someone to bring some humor to heaven!

We are so sorry to hear of your loss....if there is anything at all we can do, please let us know.

Leland and Gail

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Billy was a good friend and classmate, and I have so many fond memories of him.
Distance and prior commitments will not allow me to attend the service, but know that I will be thinking about you tomorrow.

Susanne

I'm sorry to hear the news. As a cousin, I only saw him on rare occasions, but Billy was always kind to me. My thoughts and prayers go out to my Great Aunt and Uncle and to my cousins for the loss of such a precious life.

This is to Terry.

I am so sorry for your loss. I know it has been probably 40 years since I have seen you or your family but I remember Billy as a little kid - and all of my memories of you and your family are good. May you experience a supernatural peace during this hard time.

Dear Ernie and Jennie:
I'm so sorry to hear about Billy's passing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hadn't seen him for quite a few years, since Courtney and I moved to Manteo but have some good memories of our time back when we all lived at the river. My sincere condolences.
Lucy

Mr. & Mrs. Venable, Terry and Donnie,

I am so sorry for your loss. Billy and I were close in college and although I had not seen him in years, I have many fond memories of him.

Gina Phillips Freuler

I am so sorry to learn about Billy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love to you all,
Barbara Matthws

We would like to express our sympathy to the family of Billy. I have known Billy for about 20 years and thought he was a good man. He will be missed.

Deepest Sympathy,
Jimmy, Kathy Cooke

Mr.&Mrs.Venable,sending my regards to you and your family at this difficult time. So sorry to hear of your loss. I have such fond memories of Billy and being neighbors. We had so much fun when we were little kids!! Sending my deepest sympathy.

May the sharing of your grief with other family members and with friends help to ease the pain. Look forward to the fulfillment of God's promises for comfort, strength and hope. (John 5:28,29)

Praying God will wrap his arms around each of you during this time and days to come. I have many wonderful memories of Billy from RHS from sports/cheerleading, proms, concerts, etc. Billy, Leisa and I were talking about "the good ole days/memories at RHS" the other day!

With fond regrets to Billy, his wonderful parents and sibblings.

We will miss you Billy!!! Your Atlantic Christian College Buddies will always remember you and Jeff and Gina!!!

Donnie, Vickie and the Venable family, we are so sorry for your loss and are lifting you and your family up in our prayers.

Venable Family,
My sincere condolences are sent to you all in the loss of Billy. I have many fond memories of playing together as kids. Our paths did not cross much, but whenever they did Billy always would relay a story from our youth. He will always be remembered.

May God be with you through this difficult time.

Mr. & Mrs. Venable
I am so sorry to hear of Billy's passing. I hadn't seen him in 3 years but I think of him often and will always love him. He was a good man. May God give you peace.