Billy Palmer Obituary
The family of Billy Palmer (Chicago, Illinois) announces his passing on October 31, 2026. Billy, born on May 27, 1942, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Billy Palmer or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his mothers, Ruby Grady Palmer and Era Palmer (Williams); his wife Mary Palmer; and his siblings, Easel Palmer, Eleanor Linley, Jimmy Palmer, Peggy Pedigo, Howard Palmer, Linda Kemp, Wanda Clayton, Rebecca Patterson, Norma Coleburn, Robert Palmer, Sammy Palmer and Johnny Edwin Palmer.
He is survived by: his siblings, Mary Jean Broland, Faye Pettigo, Charles Palmer (Linda) and Theresa Sher; his children, Christy Wright (David), Kim Penley (Joey) and Shane Palmer; his grandchildren, Ricky Richardson, Kayla Richardson, Shane Palmer Jr. (Nicole), Amber Parker, Ashley Parker, Tyler Penley and Brayden Penley; his great grandchildren, Lilly Richardson, Trae Israel, Auraya Parker, Evie Penley, Adonis Parker, Jeffrey Cole Palmer and Bryn Lee Richardson; his extended family, Michelle Lopez (Anthony), Anthony Jr. Tamika Lampkin, Faith, Hope Ollie, Rick and Dorothy Richardson; and his grandchildren, Kyle Parker and Jamie Parker.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 20th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Park City Community Center (333 Teske Blvd, Park City, IL 60085).
