Billy was a United States Navy veteran having served as a boatswain’s mate on multiple sea tours in Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Billy participated in readiness response during the Iranian Hostage Crisis and rescue efforts during the Cambodian Humanitarian Crisis. Billy enjoyed watching Green Bay Packers football games, spending time with his family, and being a grandfather. Billy had a big heart and was always counted on as a dependable family member and friend.
He was preceded in death by a son, David Schoenberger; his mother, Sharon Burnes; and his sister, Sherry Stockton.
Surviving are his loving companion of 35 years, Brenda Schoenberger Fox; his children, Christopher Burnes of San Diego, CA; Dustin (Sarah) Burnes of Wentzville, MO, and Michelle Burnes of O’Fallon, MO; his grandchildren, Andrew Baker of O'Fallon, MO, and Rowan Burnes and Kason Burnes of Wentzville, MO; his father, Richard Burnes, Sr. of Venedy, IL; his siblings, Gwynne (Pete) Allison of New Baden, IL, Richard (Teresa) Burnes, Jr. of Venedy, IL, and Eric (Heather Cates) Burnes of Festus, MO. He was also a dear brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend.
Condolences may be expressed care of Heiligtag-Lang-Fendler Funeral Home online at dignitymemorial.com.
Memorials may be made to any veterans service organizations.
Burial will be in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri. on Friday May 25, 2023 at 11:00 am.
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