Billy H. Dunn

Age 89 of Wilmington, Illinois, passed away on January 24, 2025 at his home under the loving care and comfort of his family and Lightways Hospice.

Born January 10, 1936 in Nashville, Tennessee, Billy Howard was a son of T.A. and Demmie (Taylor) Dunn. Over the years, he dedicated himself to his work, retiring after 30 years of service with Kerr Glass. Billy went on to work for Dial Corporation for 8 years and then the Wilmington Post Office, where he gave 13 years of service. Billy loved the Kansas City Chiefs Football, NASCAR racing and old westerns.

Survivors include three children: James Mikel of Braidwood, Daryl Dwayne of Shelbyville, Tennessee and Kimi Dunn of Wilmington; grandchildren: Amanda Holst of Ft. Dodge, Iowa and Rachel (Randall) Steverson of Tullahoma, Tennessee and great grandchildren: Macey and Benjamin of Tullahoma; one sister-in-law, Alice Dunn of Wheel, Tennessee and several nieces and nephews.

Billy was preceded in death by his parents; a son, William Bryan Dunn on January 24, 2008; sisters: Lila Mae Oakley, Elizabeth Prince and Carolyn Throneberry, and one brother, Joe “Tim” Dunn.

Per Billy’s wishes, services will be private and he will be laid to rest in the family plot in Wheel, Tennessee at a later date.

Family and friends are encouraged to log onto www.BaskervilleFuneral.com to sign the guest book, upload photographs and share Billy’s memorial page online through social media.

Cremation services and arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves & Baskerville Funeral Homes and Crematory in Wilmington. (815-476-2181)