URBANA, IL-  Billie “Bill”  Gene O’Connor, 95, of Urbana, passed away  at 7:18 AM,  December 28, 2023 at his residence in Urbana.

There will be a visitation from 10:30-11:30AM on Tuesday, January 2, 2023 at Renner-Wikoff Chapel and Crematory, 1900 S. Philo Rd., Urbana, IL with funeral services at 11:30AM.

Bill was born April 18, 1928 In Huntsville, MO, a son of Alvin and Mary(O’Bryan) O’Connor.  He married Doris M. Hewkin on May 3, 1947 in Biloxi, MS.  She preceded him in death on July 28, 2009.

Survivors include a daughter, Sharon K. Wallace of Urbana, IL, two grandchildren, Sandra G. Stove and Jennifer (David Lamb); Four great grandchildren:  Stephen B. Shove, Liam Freeman, Max Freeman and Audrey Freeman.  Also surviving is a sister, Jennie Lou Magan of Kansas City, MO and numerous nieces and nephews.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, a grandson, Stephen B.Oehmke, Jr., two sisters, Jessie Lee Valentine, Jimmie O. Fox and and a brother, Owen Jack O”Connor.

Bill was a general contractor for over 30 years and was also a propery owner and property manager.  He was a member of First Baptist Church, Urbana, American Legion Post 74, and the US Power Squadron of Ft. Myers Beach, Fla.

Memorials may be made to donor’s choice.  Condolences may be offered at www.renner-wikoffchapel.com.