Billy Joe “Bill” Black, 73, of Pickens, passed away on November 6, 2016, at Greenville Memorial Hospital. Born in Travelers Rest, he was the son of the late William David and Geneva Covil Black. He was the owner of Bill Black Electrical Company, a member of East Pickens Baptist Church and the Shriners Club- The Royal Order of the Jesters. Surviving are his wife Frances Black; three children, Curtis Black (Debra), Melissa Black (Nate), and Miranda Looper; three siblings, Dennis Black, Mary Lowe, and Danny Black; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Along with his parents, Mr. Black was predeceased by one brother, Donald Black. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2016, at 2 p.m. at East Pickens Baptist Church, with a greeting of guests following the service from 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. in the East Pickens Baptist Church Miracle Building. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to East Pickens Baptist Church, 2244 Gentry Memorial Hwy, Pickens, SC 29671, or to a charity of choice.
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