William Garrett Adair, Jr.
William “Billy” Garrett Adair Jr., 78, of Gray Court, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 10, 2025.
Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late Bill and Nell Adair. Billy was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was married to the love of his life, Doris Case Adair, for 52 years.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two children, Roby Adair and Anna Hood, and their spouses Laura Adair and Aaron Hood, and four grandchildren: Walt, Caroline, Mac, and Carson. Billy is also survived by his sister Rachel Mahon. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Bill Mahon.
Billy dedicated much of his life to a long and successful career with Duke Energy. He was also a lifelong member of Green Pond Methodist Church. Billy was famous for his chicken stew, vegetable soup, and chili beans that he often shared with his family and friends. He also took great pride tending to his azalea bushes each spring. Billy will be remembered for his warm heart, sense of humor, and deep love for his family.
The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 3:00 pm at Green Pond Methodist Church with Jeff Sims and Bryce Keely officiating. Interment will follow in the Green Pond Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church starting at 1:30 pm prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to: Green Pond Methodist Church, 168 Stoddard Mill Road, Gray Court, SC 29645.
Doris,
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace & comfort for you & your family. 💕
Doris, I was sorry to read Billy’s obituary on Cannon’s page .
You, Roby, Annie and Rachel are certainly in my thoughts and prayers. I would love to be able to give you a big hug and maybe some words of comfort.
I will try to let as many of our friends from Cryovac know.
Love you my friend..
Doris, Rachel. D family.
I was saddened to hear about Billy’s passing and was blessed to have been his pastor. I will always remember his laughter and naughty shananigans, and of course the communion bread. Love and blessings and praying for Gods comfort and peace
Doris, Rachel and family.
I was saddened to hear about Billy’s passing and was blessed to have been his pastor. I will always remember his laughter and naughty shananigans, and of course the communion bread. Love and blessings and praying for Gods comfort and peace
Doris,
I am so sorry to hear this! Billy was a lot of fun. Know that I will be praying for your sweet family in the coming days. I’m sure you have many wonderful memories to give you peace and comfort. Love you!
Hello Doris, I heard about Billy’s passing on Sunday. I live in Myrtle Beach and won’t be able to attend the funeral. My oldest brother Ron went to school with Billy, they were the same age. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family. Terry Cooley
I love you family My heart breaks for your loss. You are so special to me
Doris, we were so sorry to hear about Billy! Our love and prayers go out to you and your family in this sad time! It is so hard to say goodbye to our love ones but our God will carry us through!
Adair….I’m SO SADDEDNED to See this News‼️😭😢😭‼️ I Remember How Much FUN it was to “CUT UP” with Billy ‼️🤣‼️ And I’ll NEVER Forget the Story About him Fryin’ Up Turkey Nads Fo the GovNah‼️🤣😂🤣‼️ No Doubt He’ll Be MISSED DEARLY & REMEMBERED FONDLY‼️😃‼️ LIFTIN’ YOU & Your Family Up in My Prayers‼️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼‼️ Sutter
Doris and family we are so sorry to hear of Billy’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you in days to come.
With love,
Ken and Peggy Richardson
Doris, Rachel, and the Adair family, My heartfelt sympathy, It is with much sadness that I am sending this note. Billy and I have known him for many years.. We have had lots of laughs together. Billy was a great guy . He had lots of friends at Duke Power, and that was where I first met him. He was a fun person and could keep you in stiches. I know that he will be missed by all that knew him.
May GOD make smooth the path before you in the days ahead, Just knowing that you will see him again can and will be a comfort to you. Will have each of you in my thoughts and prayers . RIP my friend will miss you at McDonalds
Ray Brown, Your friend in Christ
Doris and All the Family
What a wonderful, sweet service today! And all the people to support all of you, Showed their love for Billy Adair! I kept looking at the screen of his picture – and all I could hear was “Hey Cuz” then a hug every time I got to see him. I will miss those 2 words!! Know you all will be in my prayers. May the Lord comfort everyone of you. Love y’all
Mary Adair Poole,
Billy Adair’s Cuz
Hey guys I guess that was my “Name” and I loved hearing it every time he said it to me
Sending Love and Prayers
Anna and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you all are in my prayers.
Sending big hugs and prayers in your loss of Billy. I saw him last at Marilyn’s funeral, and it was great seeing all of you and the old crowd from way back. May all the days ahead bring you nothing but peace and warm memories! ❤️Jennie
Doris and family, we are so sorry for the loss of Billy! He was a fine man and a dear friend! He will be missed by so many. We hope and pray for you in the coming days and years. He willed be greatly missed. Love you, Betty and Ron
Doris and family,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy at this difficult time. Billy was a great guy, loved by many. I pray you find comfort in the many memories you and family enjoyed together. Just know, you are in our thoughts and prayers.