Beaver, Billy

BEAVER, Billy Wayne

Billy Wayne Beaver, 95, formerly of Flowery Branch, passed away May 26, 2024. Graveside service will be held Monday, June 3, 2024 at 11 AM, at Crest Lawn Memorial Park, Atlanta.

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