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Billy was born in Lebanon to Cora Ella Stewart Sanford and Porter Douglas Sanford.

Billy would talk to anyone who would listen, and Arlice Lanier loved to listen to him so much that he married her. He had a love for God’s earth and the will to be a hard-worker throughout his life. He enjoyed playing softball for many years, but he always loved riding his lawnmower, seeking that perfect cut of the grass. Billy worked at Lux Clock for 26 years, retiring as a supervisor. He always farmed, growing vegetables and giving them to his neighbors, friends and family.

The Sanford’s attended Bartons Creek most of their lives but have belonged to Calvary Baptist for the last several years. Billy was also a certified auctioneer and worked for J.R. Hobbs and Sons and Richard Macon.

Billy is survived by his loving wife and partner of 54 years, Arlice Sanford; children, Steve (Sheryl) Martin, Doug Sanford, and Vicki (Mike) Vaughn; daughter-in-law, Ana Duarte Cowan; and many beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Mechelle Steverson; son, Lindy Cowan; and parents, Cora and Porter Sanford.

Sellars Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements, 615-444-9393.