Billy Vickery

Billy Floyd Vickery, age 88, of Bowersville, Georgia, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center.

Born on January 13, 1938, in Hart County, Billy was the son of the late James Tye Vickery and Sara Nell Floyd Vickery. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Billy was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Janice Moorhead Vickery; his son, Brent Vickery; his sisters, Gale Burgess and Malinda Welborn; his sister and brother-in-law, Jackie and Wilton “Punk” Morgan; and his brother-in-law, Darby Welborn.

A graduate of Lavonia High School, he worked as a poultry farmer and was a devoted member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Lavonia. His service to the church was extensive; he served as a deacon, song leader, and was an active participant in the Brotherhood. Billy had a deep love for the great outdoors; he especially found joy in hunting and fishing. He was also a gifted painter and woodworker, where he spent countless hours perfecting his craft.

He is survived by his grandson, Ethan Vickery; brothers-in-law, Mike Moorhead and Truman Burgess; nieces and nephews, Michelle (Jeremy) Jorschumb, Molly (Josh) Harris, Chuck (Renee) Burgess, Lyndon (Robin) Burgess, Gina (Joseph) Weaver, Donna (Jerry) Riggins, and David (Ashley) Morgan; and many great nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Lavonia. Rev. Brandon Crunkleton will officiate the service. A private burial will follow at Nancy Hart Memorial Park in Hartwell. The family will receive friends at the church from 3:00 p.m. until the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church at 250 Pleasant Grove Road, Lavonia, GA 30553.

Strickland Funeral Home of Lavonia is in charge of the arrangements. To sign the online guest register please visit stricklandfh.com.