Billy Joe Erwin

Billy Joe Erwin of Goodlettsville TN was born June 1st, 1929; and left to be with the Lord on May 24th, 2025; he was 95 years old.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Bessie Erwin and father Charlie Erwin. Also, brothers John (Sarah) Erwin and Burnell Erwin. Billy Joe is survived by his wife of 70 years, Rita Erwin. Also, his son, Bob (Amy) Erwin, granddaughters Julianne (Spencer) Goodwin, and Bethany (Luke) Mitchell. As well as great-grandchildren Graham Goodwin and Oliver Goodwin.

Visitation will be from 4:00pm – 8:00pm on Wednesday, May 28th at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home. Then we will have services at Connell Memorial United Methodist Church on Thursday, May. 29th. Visitation will be from 11:00am -12:00pm. Funeral service to be held at 12:00pm with internment to follow at Hillcrest Municipal Cemetery in White House TN.

Bily Joe was born in White House TN where he lived until serving his country in the Korean war. After his return from active duty, he first worked at Dupont. After which he was employed by Sears in Springfield, TN. After his employment with Sears, in the mid 1960’s, he went to work at B. F. Myers Furniture in Goodlettsville, TN. Within a few years he went from salesperson to owner. After years of building relationships within the community, he retired in the 1990’s. The continuation and success of the business by his family is something he was very engaged in and proud of.

After years on employment and ownership of B. F. Myers, BJ enjoyed playing golf most every day. Summer months at Bluegrass CC in Hendersonville and winter months in Naples Florida. BJ was known for competitiveness, but more so for his enjoyment in spending time outside and with friends.

Billy Joe loved engaging in conversation with anyone and always wanted to be up to speed on what his family was doing. Another love was the Vanderbilt Commodores, who he followed for years. He was a faithful member of White House United Methodist Church in White House for many years, and later moved his membership to Connell United Methodist church in Goodlettsville, TN.

Billy Joe’s outgoing personality and love for others will be missed by many.