Billy Ray Livingston

Billy Ray Livingston,84, of Candor, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at his residence.

A graveside service will be held Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at Long Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Candor, officiated by Rev. Johnny Lamonds, Jr. The family will receive friends from 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at Bumgarner Family Funeral Service prior to the service at the church cemetery.

Born April 19, 1941, in Montgomery County, he was a son of the late William Harrison and Cora Ledbetter Livingston. Billy was a long-time member of Long Hill Baptist Church and attended Faith Baptist Church. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, being outdoors, playing his guitar, and harmonica. Billy was a loving father, husband, and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Janie Lamonds Livingston, of the home; daughters, Susan Gordon (Bumpy) of Littleton, Sandra Beaver (John) of Mt. Gilead, Karen Livingston of Candor, and Kimberly Simmons (Casey) of Troy; eight grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Sharon Livingston; grandson, Brandon Blythe; brothers, Sherman Livingston, Clyde Livingston, and Monzie Livingston; and sisters, Pauline Menius and Doris Mauldin.

Bumgarner Family Funeral Service is serving the Livingston family.

Online condolences may be made at www.bumgarnerfunerals.com