Billie Buckner

Billie Kendrick Buckner, 90 of Danville, Virginia passed away on October 1, 2021 after battling cancer at the home of her daughter in Danville. She was born July 18, 1931 in Blairs, Virginia to Marion Adams Kendrick and Claude Jennings Kendrick. Billie was a graduate of Danville Polytechnical Institute, owner and operator of Billie’s Beauty Salon for decades. She was blessed to have remained in touch with many of her patrons years after her retirement. Billie was an avid golfer, former member of Tuscarora Ladies Golf Association and Tuscarora Country Club. She was a lifelong member of Grace Design United Methodist Church, Danville, Virginia. Billie enjoyed traveling, painting, playing bridge, reading and spending time with her friends and family. Billie was widowed by her husband of 68 years, Julian Randolph Buckner, October 28, 2016. She is survived by her daughter, Pamela B. Riedel, son-in-law Leonard W. Riedel, Jr. and granddaughter Katherine Elizabeth Riedel. Billie is also survived by her sister, Joyce K. Simpson, brother-in-law, Garland W. Buckner and sister-in-law Adelle R. Buckner. Also left to cherish her memory are Billie’s beloved nieces and nephews, Charles Simpson, Patricia Anderson, Judy Bradner, Janet Wyatt, Judy King, Lisa Gearhart, Glenn Williamson, Terri Clark, Vicki Montgomery and Ronda Barts. Billie leaves behind the family loved beagle, Pepper Riedel. Billie was predeceased by her beloved parents, Claude and Marion Kendrick; sisters Bettie K. Tate and Viola S. Sparks; brothers Pritchett Kendrick, C.T. Kendrick, and Franklin Kendrick; one niece, Sandra S. Anderson. A graveside service will be held on October 7, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at Highland Burial Park Danville, Virginia with the Rev. David Williams officiating. There will be no formal visitation at the church or funeral home with the family due to Covid19 concerns, however, the register book will be available to sign at Townes Funeral Home. Flowers may be sent to Townes Funeral Home and Crematory 215 W. Main St. Danville, VA 24541. Donations in memory of Billie may be made to Grace Design United Methodist Church, 1064 Franklin Turnpike, Danville, Virginia 24540.