Billye Kovar

Billye Ruth (Walters) Kovar of Emory passed away on Monday, October 5, 2020.  Billye was born July 1, 1929 to Walter Wiggins Walters and Clemmy Wyrick in Ruston, Louisiana.  She was married to Charles Weldon Kovar in Dallas, Texas on September 4, 1948.  Billye enjoyed woodworking, gardening, and spending time with her family.

Billye is survived by: Son, Charles William “Bill” and wife Janis Kovar; Daughters, Madelene and husband Ronald Minyard; Marsha Wood; Grandchildren: Michelle Minyard, Kelly Kovar, Kyle Kovar and Cooper Wood; 7 Great grandchildren.

Billye was preceded in death by her husband and parents.

Visitation will be at Wilson-Orwosky Funeral Home on Thursday, October 8, 9am-3pm. Graveside services will be held at Emory City Cemetery on Friday, October 9 at 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope Hospice, 6501 Wesley St B, Greenville, TX 75402.