Billy Ingram Jr.

After a brief illness, Billy Ingram Jr., 55 of Andalusia, died on January 28, 2023 at Baptist South Hospital, Montgomery.

Born in Lansing in Michigan in 1967, Billy then moved to Athens as a child. Billy was a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ, and had been saved when he was 10 years old. He relied on Jesus for his support as he battled Gorlin Syndrome, a genetic condition that affects many people. He battled valiantly with numerous health problems throughout his life and relied on Jesus for all of it.

In 1999, Billy met Jennifer Ingram, his wife of 22-years, and they were married. He was married to her in 2000. His daughter Samantha Sanders (Jeremy) is his survivor. He is also survived his brother Lester (Kimberly), Ingram, and their children Leslie, and Austin, all from Andalusia. He is survived by his two sisters, Patsy King and Becky Bass, both from Georgia. His niece Hailey Modisett, who hails from Monroe, North Carolina. Many of his closest friends are like brothers to him or have adopted children. This group includes Ron Roeting and Taarna Moser, Chloe, Christene (Damian), Richardson with Zane, Kai, and Christene Richardson. Ruby Ingram, his mother, and the late Bill Ingram are his father.

Stock car racing was Billy’s passion. He especially loved dirt car racing. After his career ended due to a broken neck, he decided to help others with their cars. He enjoyed Auburn football, golfing and singing, especially southern Gospel music, as well as deep-sea fishing. Although Billy was quiet and private to many, once you got to know him, you’d find that he was a friend for life. To truly get to know Billy was love.

Harmony Baptist Church will hold services on February 11, 2010, 10 a.m. You may send memorials to Harmony Baptist Church ATTN: CHOIR FOUND, 20932 Harmony Church Road Andalusia AL 36421.

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