He was a member of Greeneville First Church of God and was retired from the Doehler-Jarvis Company.
Billy was an avid reader and enjoyed listening to music.
Billy is survived by his sister; Mary (Jerry) Lane of Greeneville and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Almeta Lamb; a brother, Ross Lamb, and his wife, Betty; and a sister, Maxine Kirk, and her husband, J.V.
There will be a private graveside at GreeneLawn Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Greeneville First Church of God Joy Group at 1505 W Main St. Greeneville, TN 37743.
Kiser-Rose Hill Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.