Billy Wayne Gwin of Leflore, Oklahoma was born January 17, 1951 in Leflore, Oklahoma to Charlie and Mildred (Walden) Gwin and passed away July 2, 2020 in Leflore, Oklahoma surrounded by family at the age of 69.

He is survived by:

Two daughters:

Tina Goff and husband Gary of Spiro, Oklahoma

Billie Gullick of Leflore, Oklahoma

One son:

Michael Gwin and Tommie Walker of Leflore, Oklahoma

Five brothers:

Frankie Gwin and wife Wanda of Batesville, Arkansas

Johnny Gwin and wife Nancy of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

David Gwin and wife Peggy of Onapa, Oklahoma

Roger Gwin and wife Kathy of Pocola, Oklahoma

Randy Gwin of Chickasha, Oklahoma

Four sisters:

Judy Yates of Hinton, Oklahoma

Debrea Bohannon and husband Allen of Shawnee, Oklahoma

Phyllis Rouzer and husband Harry of Shady Point, Oklahoma

Martha Reddin and husband Allen of Muskogee, Oklahoma

Eight grandchildren:

Billy Gullick, Jake Gullick, Kaydon Goff, Ericka Goff, Ethan Goff, Jason Goff, Klarissa Taylor, and Shenna Lisher

Four great-grandchildren:

Camden Gullick, Colt Zellers, Elijah Lisher, and Liam McMillan

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loved ones, and host of friends

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Mildred Gwin; and two brothers, Charles and Jerry Gwin.

Billy was a long-time resident of the area, a retired school bus driver for Leflore Public Schools, and a musician/singer. He loved to sing and play music, hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors. Billy played several instruments and taught himself how to play by ear. He also loved spending time with his family and friends. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Billy will be deeply missed by all whom knew and loved him.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at Leflore First Baptist Church in Leflore, Oklahoma with Brother Sam Ingle officiating. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers will be: Billy Gullick, Jake Gullick, Kaydon Goff, Charlie Gwin, Travis Gwin, and Rodney Ford.

Viewing will be from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m., Sunday; 9 a.m. until 8:30 p.m., Monday; 9:00 a.m. until Noon, Tuesday at the funeral home.

The family will have visit with friends on Monday from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

To sign Billy’s online guestbook please visit www.dowdenrobertsfuneralhome.com.

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