Billy Martin Sr. 79, of Alexander passed away on October 12, 2019 with his family by his side. He was born on February 7, 1940 to the late Ben and Opal Martin in McCrory, Arkansas. Billy enjoyed working on four wheelers and watching his son race them, horse races, fishing, and bull riding in which he was a professional up until 1979. He also enjoyed working on his farm after he retired from Central Heat and Air after many years of service. Billy got most of his enjoyment out of spending time with his family and grandkids.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, James Forrest Martin; and daughter, Heida Lea Martin.

Billy is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Linda Sue Martin; two daughters; Alesha Martin, and Mira Evans and husband Shawn; son Billy Wade Martin Jr and wife Karen; six grandkids, Madison Martin, Lane Medlock, Mary Evans, Taylor Wade Martin, Ben Evans, Jude Evans; one great grandchild, Aubree Medlock; nephew, Dennis Martin and wife Jennifer; great niece, Jenna Martin, and a host of other family and friends who will miss him and love him very much.

Visitation will be from 6-8 PM on Wednesday October 16, 2019 at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home in Bryant, Arkansas. Celebration of life will be Thursday October 17, 2019 at 10:00 AM in the chapel at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home with graveside service to follow. To sign online guestbook, please visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.