Billy M. Waugh

Billy M. Waugh, 81, of Ashland, passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at his residence. Billy was born Nov. 6, 1935 in Carter County, KY, a son of the late Charles and Cosby Jordan Waugh. Billy’s father moved the family to Ashland when he was just seven years old. He was a 1952 graduate of Ashland High School and attended the Ashland Junior College. He was a dedicated member of the Gospel Light Baptist Church and along with his wife served faithfully in the food and clothing pantry and the care and upkeep of the church. He also attended the Durbin Independent Baptist Church and was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He delivered meals on wheels in Ashland for several years and worked at Armco Steel Company briefly before a long and distinguished career with 33 years of service at DuPont’s Wurtland Plant as a Chemical Operator. Survivors include his loving wife of 47 years Charlene Rowe Waugh of Ashland, sons Stuart Waugh and wife Lauren of South Point, OH, Charles Eric Waugh of Ashland, sister Eldora “Dody” Greening of Ashland, grandchildren Lucas Samuel Waugh and Baby Boy Waugh expected soon. A private graveside service is planned for Friday, Aug. 25, 2017 at the Rose Hill Burial Park. There will be no visitation. Burial will follow with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ashland First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box, 1670, Ashland, KY 41105 Online condolence to www.steenfuneralhome.com

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