UNION: Services for Mr. Billy Ray Ethridge, Sr will be held 11 am, Wednesday, April 08, 2026, at Arkadelphia Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Bro. Keith Lovett and Bro. Michael Pogue will officiate.

Visitation will be held 10 am- 11 am, Wednesday, April 08, 2026 at Arkadelphia Baptist Church.

Mr. Ethridge, age 82, of Meridian died Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Survivors:

2 Daughters: Lynn Garret (Russell) and Tammy Ethridge

1 Son: Bill Ethridge

2 Grandchildren: Michael Garrett (Brooke), and Kristin Partridge (River)

3 Great-Grandchildren: Kailyn Garrett, Tripp Garrett, and Nayomi Partridge

Mother of his children: Ruth Ethridge

Mr. Ethridge is preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Dorothy Ethridge; Grandson, Mason Pinson, five brothers and one sister.

Mr. Billy Ray Ethridge Sr. was a member of Midway Baptist Church.

Pallbearers: Bubba Ethridge, Michael Yancy, Scottie Ethridge, Johnny McClure, Brisco James and Michael Garrett

The family would like to thank ACG Hospice for their care and compassion.