Lay, Billy (J.T.) 83 of Knoxville, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2014. Jay retired from Knoxville News Sentinel. He was preceded by parents, John and Vicey Lay; brother Jim, Rina, Herbert, Willis, Leonard and Limon; sisters, Bertha and Georgia. Survived by wife of 63 years Bettye (Rudder) Lay; grandchildren, Marcus Lay, Raquel Lay, and Victoria Lay; special family members, Tammy Kitts, Tiffany Kitts, and Catlin Kitts; special friends, Heather, Haley, Angie, and Ashley. Family will receive friends Friday, January 24, 2014 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Berry Funeral Home. Family and friends will meet at Sherwood Chapel and Memorial Gardens Saturday, January 25, 2014 for a 3:30 pm graveside service. Rev. Allen Smith and Steve Allford from Grace Covenant Baptist Church will officiate. Arrangements by Berry Funeral Home. Condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com