Obituary of Billy Clyde Myers

Billy Clyde Myers of troutville, born March 20, 1944, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, March 5, 2016. His parents John and Blanche Myers, brother, David Myers, a sister, Joann Dize, and a brother-in-law, Jerry Moore preceded him. Left to cherish his memory are the love of his life, Sharon Moore Myers, his wife of 47 years; Also surviving are his siblings, Patty and husband Junior Johnson, Jean Collins, Jerry and wife Mary Jo Myers, Betty June and husband Melvin Reed; sisters-in-law, Kathy Moore, Peggy and husband Edward Speed, a special brother-in-law, Amon and wife Margie Moore; his dedicated border collie, Molly B Maid. Billy also enjoyed great blessings from his nieces, and nephews, Cassie, Keen, J.D., Tony, Scylenea, Michael, Heather, and Mark, Tamera, Katrina, Pamela, and Karen. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Billy was a founding member of Roanoke Advent Christian Church. He was an avid Ford classic car lover and owner, a hobby that he enjoyed along with many close friends. His legacy includes being a “hero” as many called him. He was awarded numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals as a Paralympian. While weighing only 147 pounds, he held a Pan American Light Weight Bench Press record of 350 lbs. for 11 years. Billy was a proud member of Roanoke Star City Saints wheelchair basketball team and received many All Star and Most Valuable Player awards. Billy told many people “I do not focus on what I cannot do; I am just determined to do whatever I want and can do”. There really was not much he could not do. The family would like to give a special thank you to those individuals who have been encouraging, and helpful to Billy, especially his Adams Construction family during his recent retirement and employment. He was a long time employee at Adams Construction Company for forty-seven years. The family will receive friends on Saturday March 12, 2016 from 2:00-5:00pm at Simpson Funeral Home; Roanoke, Virginia. Interment will be private.