Billy Wayne Lovelace, age 72 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on July 22, 2015. He was born on October 17, 1942 and graduated from South High School in 1961. Billy was a member of Sevier Heights Baptist Church and a faithful member of the Carroll Reagan Sunday School class.

Billy was a Master Plumber and owner of Lovelace Plumbing Company. He began his working career with John F. Humphries Mechanical Contractors before going into the plumbing business. He said, "I will work until the day I die", and he did. Billy was a Mason, a member of the Charles H. McKinney Lodge #433 F & A M and a member of the A & A Scottish Rite of Freemasonry.

Billy was preceded in death by his parents, William (Bill) and Mary (Green) Lovelace. Billy will be deeply missed by his loving family his wife of 41 years, Rosemary Dotson Lovelace; daughter, Lauran E. Lovelace; son, Daniel R. Lovelace; special friend of the family, Cheryl Boyd. He is also survived by brothers, Ricky (Tammy), Roy (Kathy); sister, Kay Lovelace Beal (Jim); several nieces and nephews; aunt, Mrs. Robert Green.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, July 25, 2015 from 11:00am to 1:00pm at Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Highway. Graveside services will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery with Dr. David Butler and Rev. Don Wilson officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Humane Society or charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com.